Dear colleagues and friends,

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It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the European Speech and Language Therapy Congress 2027 in Porto, Portugal.

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Our congress aims to bring together clinicians, researchers, educators, and students from across Europe and beyond to share knowledge, explore innovation, and strengthen collaboration within our profession. At a time when communication health is more vital than ever, this meeting provides an important opportunity to reflect on our collective achievements and to shape the future of speech and language therapy together.

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Together with colleagues from across Europe, we are shaping a programme that fosters dialogue, interdisciplinary exchange, and meaningful engagement across areas of expertise. We are committed to creating a space for rigorous scientific exchange, lively discussion, and meaningful networking - across specialties, countries, and career stages.

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Beyond the academic programme, Porto offers a vibrant cultural setting that we hope will encourage informal conversations, new partnerships, and lasting professional connections.

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I warmly invite you to join us in May 2027 for what promises to be an engaging,

collaborative, and forward-looking congress. I very much look forward to welcoming you in person.

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All the best,
Sahra Mengal,
ESLA Chair

Dear colleagues and friends,

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It is with enormous enthusiasm, pride, and a strong sense of commitment that the Portuguese Association of Speech and Language Therapists (APTF) welcomes you to the ESLA Congress 2027 in Porto, Portugal.

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For APTF, hosting this congress represents a very special milestone. Nearly ten years after Portugal last welcomed the European speech and language therapy community, we are truly delighted to once again open our doors to colleagues from across Europe and beyond for what promises to be an inspiring and unforgettable event.

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Together with ESLA, we are deeply committed to creating a congress that reflects the strength, diversity, and future of our profession, a space where clinicians, researchers, educators, and students can come together to share knowledge, discuss innovation, strengthen collaborations, and build new ideas for the future of speech and language therapy.

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But ESLA Congress 2027 will be much more than an outstanding scientific meeting.

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Porto is a truly magnificent city: vibrant, authentic, welcoming, and filled with history, culture, and life. We hope every participant will have the opportunity not only to engage in a rich scientific programme, but also to enjoy unique social experiences, meaningful professional connections, and memorable moments throughout the city.

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From the Douro riverside to its historic streets, from its gastronomy to its cultural heritage, Porto offers a unique atmosphere that we believe will make this congress a very special experience. Scientifically, professionally, socially, and personally.

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We are working with great dedication to ensure that ESLA Congress 2027 becomes a landmark event for our community, and we very much look forward to welcoming you all to Portugal in May 2027.

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Warm regards

João Mira Torres

APTF President