Meetings & Events

Where the SAPS community
gathers.

From general meetings and scientific roundups to community days, our calendar reflects the rhythm of pediatric surgery in Somalia.

Next event
08
FEB 2026
09:00 – 17:00
Hybrid

SAPS Annual General Meeting

Yearly assembly of members reviewing impact, electing leadership and setting the strategic agenda for the year ahead.

Mogadishu, Banadir Hall All members
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Upcoming calendar

  1. 08
    FEB

    SAPS Annual General Meeting

    Feb 08, 2026 09:00 – 17:00
    Hybrid

    Yearly assembly of members reviewing impact, electing leadership and setting the strategic agenda for the year ahead.

    Mogadishu, Banadir Hall All members
  2. 22
    APR

    Quarterly Members' Town Hall

    Apr 22, 2026 19:00 – 20:30
    Online

    Open conversation between the SAPS board and membership on programs, finances and emerging clinical priorities.

    Online — Zoom Members & invited fellows
  3. 14
    JUN

    Regional Members' Roundtable

    Jun 14, 2026 10:00 – 14:00
    In-person

    Regional meeting focused on referral pathways, training opportunities and resource gaps in the north-east.

    Garowe, Puntland North-east region members
  4. 30
    AUG

    Pediatric Surgery Awareness Day

    Aug 30, 2026 09:00 – 16:00
    In-person

    Community-facing day with free consultations, health education and stories from children we have served.

    Mogadishu Stadium Grounds Public & families
  5. 12
    OCT

    SAPS Board Strategic Retreat

    Oct 12, 2026 All day
    In-person

    Annual leadership retreat for long-term planning, partnerships and governance review.

    Hargeisa Conference Center Board & committee leads
  6. 05
    DEC

    Year-End Scientific Roundup

    Dec 05, 2026 15:00 – 18:00
    Online

    Showcase of the year's most impactful clinical research, fellowship outputs and collaborative studies.

    Online — Webinar Members & partners