THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has announced that expressions of interest for the 2026 PSA Faye McMillan Conference Grant are now open for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
The grant provides First Nations pharmacists, interns and pharmacy students the opportunity to attend the PSA's national conference, PSA26 - the Home of Pharmacists, which is taking place from Fri 31 Jul to Sun 02 Aug 2026 at ICC Sydney.
Professor Faye McMillan (pictured), a Wiradjuri yinaa (Wiradjuri woman) originally from Trangie, NSW, is recognised as the first Indigenous Australian to hold a Western degree in pharmacy.
"I am deeply honoured to have my name associated with the 2026 PSA Faye McMillan Conference Grant," she said.
"This year carries special significance for me as I honour my mum Robyn, whose unwavering love and belief in my journey continue to guide me.
"This grant opens doors for early career pharmacists and pharmacy students to deepen their professional networks, strengthen their confidence, and feel a sense of belonging within our profession, something my mum championed in her own quiet, steadfast way.
"By supporting this grant, we continue our shared commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity in healthcare."
PSA national president, Professor Mark Naunton, is passionate about supporting the participation of First Nations Australians in the pharmacy profession and the greater healthcare sector.
"The PSA is proud to honour Professor McMillan in this way, offering the grant for the fourth consecutive year," he said.
"The PSA is dedicated to increasing the health workforce participation of First Nations Australians to better meet the healthcare needs of these communities," he added.
To submit an expression of interest for a grant, see the form available HERE.
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