Dress Code

Consistent with our conference theme and the Association's core values, the APATAP Committee recognises that dress codes have historically imposed European cultural expectations on colonised peoples, and we commit to providing a safe environment where culturally-diverse, gender-diverse, neurodivergent, person with disability, and bigger-bodied people may dress in ways that affirm their identities and sensory needs.

Attendees are encouraged to dress for their authentic selves and support others in doing so. This may include diversity in clothing styles and materials, avoidance of language that equates conformity with professionalism, dressing for comfort and practicality over compliance (e.g., suits and/or heels are not expected), and similar mindful behaviours that will contribute to the creation of a more equitable and just society.