GAPC 2026, Rio de Janeiro
Brazil 8-10 April 2026

GAPC is the leading forum for the world’s alcohol policy makers, advocates, researchers, civil society activists and practitioners.

Building on the increasing interest for and recent alcohol policy developments in the country and the Latin American region, Brazil is the perfect host for GAPC 2026.

Conference theme

Public Health and the commercial determinants of alcohol harm: responses by governments and civil Society

Your participation

Civil society organisations, academic institutions, development agencies, funding agencies and others free from any ties to the alcohol industry are invited to contact the organisers to explore co-sponsorship opportunities for the conference. These entities may also organise their own side events – closed meetings or open to conference participants, on the day prior to the GAPC 2026.

The venue

ExpoRio CIDADE NOVA is renowned for its combination of state-of-the-art infrastructure and strategic location. It has a total capacity of over 50,000 people and offers a modular space for various types of events, including trade shows, congresses, and more. It is located near the subway and bus station, and between the airports. The venue is a multi-purpose event center with over 30,000 m² of space and 1,000 parking spots. When the goal is to make an impact and provide a high-quality experience, ExpoRio CIDADE NOVA is the right choice.

GAPC is the leading forum for the world’s alcohol policy makers, advocates, researchers, civil society activists and practitioners.

Building on the increasing interest for and recent alcohol policy developments in the country and the Latin American region, Brazil is the perfect host for GAPC 2026.

Conference theme

Public Health and the commercial determinants of alcohol harm: responses by governments and civil Society

To join the mailing list for updates, or for any other queries, please email us: gapa@globalgapa.org .

 

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07.06.2025

GAPA is happy to inform that the 8th Global Alcohol Policy Conference – GAPC 2026 – will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 8-10 April 2026. 

Keep the dates and look out for more details soon.

 

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