The objectives of the congress are derived from the World Physiotherapy strategic pillars. 1. Evolving and sustainable 2. Influence and reach 3. Knowledge connector Specifically, the World Physiotherapy congress will: • be the leading international forum for exchange of physiotherapy research and discussion of professional issues supporting the advancement of the profession in the interests of all World Physiotherapy member organisations • reflect the diversity of a unified international profession • attract international interest and participation facilitating involvement for as many people as possible • provide a sense of community and connectedness for the global physiotherapy profession • create a lasting impact/legacy in the host destination and/or profession as a whole • contribute to the ongoing development of World Physiotherapy • provide a platform for industry to showcase their products/activities, sponsor and interact with the profession • support accessible, healthy and sustainable communities* *Note: this includes approaches to support physical and information accessibility, health promotion (eg exercise opportunities, sufficient breaks), environmental, green meeting initiatives and embracing the diversity and history of Tokyo.