XV International Workshop and Congress on Kangaroo Mother Care & II Brazilian Congress on Kangaroo Care

November 18-21, 2026

Brasília, Brazil

Under the theme “Kangaroo Care in a Diverse World: An Encounter of Cultures, Knowledge and Care,” the XV International Workshop and Congress on Kangaroo Mother Care will bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, students, families, and organizations from Brazil and around the world.

The event is divided into two complementary parts. International workshops on November 18-19 will bring together working groups and international delegations to discuss the implementation and strengthening of Kangaroo Care. The international congress on November 20-21 will feature keynote lectures, scientific and multicultural panels, oral and poster presentations, and discussions incorporating family experiences and perspectives.

Key topics include skin-to-skin contact, care for critically ill and extremely preterm newborns, neuroprotection, breastfeeding, family-centered and individualized care, psychosocial aspects, follow-up care, innovation and technology, public policy, and sustainability.

The 2026 meeting marks the second time Brazil has hosted the World Congress on Kangaroo Care, following the 2004 congress in Rio de Janeiro.

For more information, visit the official congress website.