Conferences

  • 2025 - Hong Kong 11-12 DECEMBER 2025

 

 The International Conference for the Health, Safety and Welfare of Jockeys (ICHSWJ) will take place on 11-12 December in Hong Kong.  

The conference, which is being organised by the Jockeys Health and Wellbeing Committee (JHWC) of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA), and is proudly supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC), will take place between the International Jockeys’ Championship (IJC) and the Longines Hong Kong International Races (HKIR).

“Jockey health, safety and welfare are all non-negotiable aspects of our sport,” said JHWC Chair Darragh O’Loughlin. “This year’s conference will take a deep dive into a wide range of topics that play a crucial role in improving the lives of jockeys, while also facilitating meaningful networking opportunities between attendees from around the world.”

Opportunities for networking, fostering connections and collaborations, and sharing valuable resources will also be a key part of the event, and themed roundtable discussions will be held.

There will also be a dedicated poster presentation session themed “Developing and Protecting the Jockey,” which will provide delegates with the opportunity to showcase research, applied practice, country updates and current projects.  To present in the poster session, interested parties should submit their name, country, and presentation overview to ICHSWJ Poster Submission by 30 September.  Details will subsequently be provided to successful applicants.

The conference is open to all those who work with jockeys and are interested in further enhancing their health, safety and welfare.  Media are also welcome.

To attend the conference, please submit this registration form 

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The 2025 conference, themed Performance Medicine in Racing – Developing and Protecting the Jockey, will take an applied, evidence-based approach featuring impactful presentations followed by dynamic panel discussions with leading experts in the field.

Confirmed sessions for the 2025 ICHSWJ include:

  • Inside the Mind of the Jockey: Performance, Wellbeing, and Lessons from the Field
  • Fit to Ride: Physical Preparation and Rehabilitation for Jockey Performance
  • Advancing Safety in the Saddle: Injury Surveillance, Prevention, and Protective Innovations
  • From Turf to Recovery: The Concussion Journey in Horse Racing
  • Minimum Riding Weights: Towards a More Individualised and Evidence-Based Approach
  • On the Track: Live Outdoor Simulation of Raceday Medical Practice
  • Beyond the Finish Line: Supporting Jockeys’ Careers and Transition into Retirement
  • Fuelling the Ride: Practical Insights and Evolving Strategies in Jockey Nutrition 

 

ICHSWJ registration also includes (optional) attendance at the following HKJC social events:

  • Happy Valley races (featuring the IJC) entry and dinner – Wednesday, 10 December
  • HKIR Gala Dinner – Friday, 12 December
  • International Trackwork Breakfast – Saturday, 13 December
  • HKIR entry and lunch – Sunday, 14 December

 

To register, fill in this registration form 

For any inquiries, please contact ichswj@gmail.com.

Teamwork and Cooperation:
We foster an atmosphere of trust, collaboration, openness and cooperation to achieve our common purpose

Advocacy:
We speak for the jockeys, acting with and for them to achieve the highest standards of care both on and off the rececourse

Empowerment:
We will empower jockeys to participate in their wellbeing and care to jockeys

Effectiveness:
We will make evidence-based recommendations, which are based on the best research to assist the delivery of effective wellbeing and care to jockeys

Excellence:
We give our very best within the resources available to us

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