MUNA 2026 Conference · Our Voice, Our Value, Our Future
Abstract submissions are now open.
Leading together for local and global health impact.
MUNA invites registered nurses from Malawi, those practising internationally and members of the Malawian nursing diaspora to submit abstracts for presentation at the MUNA 2026 Conference. Showcase your clinical practice, academic research, innovation, leadership or quality improvement work — clinical, academic and research submissions are all welcome.
Who can apply
Open to nurses across Malawi and the diaspora
Submissions are welcomed from clinical, academic, research, evidence-based practice and service-improvement backgrounds.
- Registered nurses from Malawi
- Malawian nurses practising internationally
- Nurses across the global Malawian diaspora
- Clinical practitioners
- Academics and lecturers
- Researchers and evidence-based practice leads
Guidelines
How to prepare your abstract
Your abstract must be original work that has not previously been presented at a major international conference. Structure it into the five required sections below and keep it between 300 and 500 words in total. The submission form shows a live word counter and prevents submission outside that range.
Background
Context, rationale and the gap your work addresses.
Aims / Objectives
What you set out to do or the question you answered.
Methods
Study design, setting, participants and how you evaluated the work.
Key Findings
Your main results — clearly and concisely stated.
Implications
Why this matters for practice, education, policy or further research.
Co-authors
Add unlimited co-authors with affiliation and country. One primary presenting author.
Consent & COI
Confirm originality, funding and conflict of interest at submission.
Edit any time
Come back and refine your submission before the deadline.
Topics of interest
Approved topics
Select one primary topic. Where supported, you may also add one optional secondary topic.
- Leadership and Workforce Development
- Health Systems Strengthening
- Evidence-Based Practice and Innovation
- Global Health and Diaspora Contributions
- Non-Communicable Diseases, including Diabetes
- Maternal and Women's Health
- Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence
- Wellbeing and Mental Health
- Inclusivity, Trust and Belonging
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
Key dates
Important dates
Presentation opportunities
Beyond the Paper: Making Research Live as Evidence
Successful applicants may be invited to:
- Present a poster during the conference
- Deliver a three-minute oral presentation on the day
- Contribute to discussions around evidence, innovation and nursing practice
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who can submit?+
Registered nurses from Malawi, Malawian nurses practising internationally, and members of the global Malawian nursing diaspora — including clinical practitioners, academics and researchers. Submissions are not restricted to people currently living in Malawi.
How long should my abstract be?+
Between 300 and 500 words across the required sections (Background, Aims/Objectives, Methods, Key Findings, Implications). The submission form shows a live word counter and prevents submission outside that range.
How many topics can I choose?+
Choose one primary topic from the approved list. Where supported, you may also add one optional secondary topic.
What can I be selected for?+
Selected abstracts may be invited to present a poster during the conference, or to deliver a three-minute oral presentation as part of the session 'Beyond the Paper: Making Research Live as Evidence'.
Can I edit my submission after I've submitted it?+
Yes. You can log in to the applicant portal and edit any time before the submission deadline of 20 September 2026.
Will I receive a confirmation?+
Yes — you'll receive an email with your submission reference (MUNA2026-####) as soon as you submit.
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