3rd WCTCIM welcomes sessions, workshops, and cultural experiences connected to global TCIM themes.
Submissions are now open until May 14, 2025, for activity proposals to be included in the official program of the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (3rd WCTCIM), which will take place from October 15 to 18 at Riocentro, Rio de Janeiro. The call is aimed at professionals, researchers, educators, and community representatives interested in organizing sessions, workshops, discussions, experiential activities, or other innovative formats aligned with the core themes of the event.
The objective is to build a diverse, interactive, and inspiring program that reflects the plurality of knowledge and practices in Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM), in line with the WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034. Selected activities will become part of the official Congress program and gain visibility among participants from over 50 countries.
Types of activities that can be proposed
- Pre-Congress activities (Workshops, Seminars, Training Sessions, etc.);
- Parallel events (subject to room availability and rental conditions), held either before or during the Congress;
- Theoretical-practical workshops, Clinical Case Discussions, Symposia;
- Lectures (approx. 15 minutes);
- Thematic sessions (approx. 90 minutes);
- Cultural and experiential activities;
- Other innovative formats.
Proposals will be evaluated by the Program Committee based on criteria such as relevance, innovation, feasibility, and alignment with the themes and values of the Congress.
3rd WCTCIM: A global platform for innovation and cooperation in TCIM
From October 15 to 18, 2025, Riocentro in Rio de Janeiro will host the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (3rd WCTCIM). This historic edition, the first to be held in Latin America, will gather experts from more than 50 countries to foster unprecedented exchanges between traditional knowledge and emerging technologies—such as artificial intelligence in TCIM research, Indigenous health, and the discovery of new medicines from medicinal plants.
With a multilingual and inclusive program, the event will address strategic topics such as scientific evidence on critical public health issues, planetary health, sustainability, and the integration of Traditional and Complementary Medicine into health systems. More than a congress, the 3rd WCTCIM is regarded as a milestone in the global TCIM field for launching and discussing the WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034, with real impact on health systems in over 170 countries committed to this agenda.
Organized by the Brazilian Academic Consortium for Integrative Health (CABSIN) in partnership with the International Society for Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine Research (ISCMR) and the European Society of Integrative Medicine (ESIM), the event is also a strategic opportunity to present concrete proposals — such as SIGs — and to consolidate global networks that will contribute to the future of planetary health in the context of the climate crisis.
With the theme “Strengthening Global Public Health through Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine: Knowledge Diversity, Well-Being Societies, Planetary Health”, the congress will bring together participants from more than 50 countries to address the major challenges and opportunities of TCIM on a global scale.
The core thematic axes to be discussed in plenary sessions include:
- (A) Diversity in the field of Traditional and Complementary Medicine
- (B) Integration of TCIM into health systems across the six WHO regions
- (C) Evidence-informed contributions of TCIM to public health
- (D) Lifespan care using TCIM
- (E) Education and training in TCIM
- (F) Planetary health, OneHealth, and well-being societies
These themes structure the program and reflect the multidimensional approach of the event, connecting traditional knowledge, scientific innovation, and sustainable policies across all six regions of the world.
How to submit a proposal
To submit a proposal, fill out the online form available at:
https://wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/proposals-for-activities/
Proposals will be evaluated by the Program Committee based on criteria such as relevance, innovation, feasibility, and alignment with the themes and values of the Congress. Priority will be given to proposals that include participatory methodologies, participant diversity, and connection to regional or global TCIM experiences. Proposals should clearly outline objectives, activity structure, and logistical feasibility. The potential impact on training, networking, and dissemination of best practices in integrative health will also be considered.
Important dates
Submission deadline: May 14, 2025
Notification of selection: June 14, 2025
For questions or additional information, contact:
general@wctcim.cabsin.org.br
Other opportunities to participate in the 3rd WCTCIM
In addition to activity proposals, other participation opportunities at the 3rd WCTCIM remain open:
Scientific abstract submission
Researchers can submit abstracts in the categories of Research, Case Report, and Experience Report until April 21, 2025. Approved abstracts may be presented at the event and published in an indexed journal. Learn more:
https://wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/submission
Special Interest Group (SIG) Proposals
SIGs bring together professionals and experts around strategic TCIM topics, with a focus on international collaboration and tangible outcomes. The submission deadline is also May 21, 2025. Details:
https://wctcim.cabsin.org.br/new/sig-submission/
Learn more and register now: wctcim.cabsin.org.br
Contact Information: general@wctcim.cabsin.org.br
