Hillbrow’s Annual Community Health Symposium 2026

Join Hillbrow Health & Wellbeing to share ideas, build partnerships and improve prevention, proactive health and community wellbeing.
About this Event

What Does a Healthier Eastbourne Look Like?

Join Hillbrow Health & Wellbeing for our Annual Community Health Symposium 2026- a free event bringing together local residents, community organisations, healthcare professionals, local authorities and partners to explore how we can work together to improve health and wellbeing across Eastbourne.

This year's symposium will focus on prevention, proactive healthcare and stronger community partnerships, with expert speakers and panel discussions covering:

• Frailty & Falls
• Cardiovascular Health
• Dementia
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• Prevention & Healthy Ageing
• Community Partnerships

Hear from leading experts from healthcare, local government and the physical activity sector as they discuss the challenges facing East Sussex, share examples of successful initiatives, and explore practical solutions to improve health outcomes. The afternoon includes panel discussions, audience participation, networking opportunities and demonstrations showcasing innovative approaches to community wellbeing.

Why attend?

• Hear from leading experts
• Meet local organisations and partners
• Learn about local services and initiatives
• Share your ideas and experiences
• Help shape the future of health and wellbeing in Eastbourne

Whether you're a healthcare professional, voluntary sector organisation, community leader, local resident or simply passionate about creating a healthier Eastbourne, we'd love you to join the conversation.

Agenda

🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
12:30pm: Registration & Arrival
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:10 PM
Welcome

Info: Opening remarks and introduction to the symposium, reflecting on progress over the past year and setting the scene for the day's discussions.

🕑: 01:10 PM - 02:00 PM
Expert Panel Discussion

Info: Hear from leaders across healthcare, public health and physical activity as they explore:

The key health challenges facing East Sussex/ Successful prevention initiatives and lessons learned/ Barriers to improving health and wellbeing/ Priorities and actions for the next 12 months.

🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:10 PM
Audience Discussion

Info: Share your reflections, discuss ideas with fellow attendees and put your questions to the panel.

🕑: 02:10 PM - 02:20 PM
Panel Q&A

Info: An opportunity to ask questions and hear practical insights from our expert speakers.

🕑: 02:20 PM - 03:00 PM
Networking