Today marks the start of the annual AIEC Conference where more than 1700 delegates will convene to discuss how the international education sector can continue to thrive amid rapid changes in an ever-evolving social, political and cultural landscape.
This year’s AIEC will go through to Friday 13 October, addressing the theme “International education: visionary and transformative”. It aims to explore how the international education sector can continue to transform people, places and ideas to create a more inclusive and connected world.
Something we all need, now more than ever.
IDP Education Chief Executive Officer, Tennealle O’Shannessy said AIEC 2023 provides a forum for industry leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges in international education. “At AIEC 2023 will be able to reflect on how we can best build a sustainable future for the industry, and how we can promote the importance and benefits of international education to those outside our industry who make decisions and shape policies.”
IEAA Chief Executive Officer, Phil Honeywood, said IEAA is proud to co-host another AIEC alongside IDP Education amid Australia’s resurgence as a study destination among international students. “Australia has long played an instrumental role catalysing the development and transformation of the global education sector. It’s only fitting that this week the sector’s leaders will come together in Adelaide to find ways to continue to drive these advancements and support the sector’s ongoing growth.”
The four-day program at the Adelaide Convention Centre will include various sessions, including plenary talks, panels, presentations, and interactive campfire and roundtable discussions. Experts will come together to discuss critical themes such as artificial intelligence, the future of international student markets and the cost-of-living crisis in the context of international education.
Respected journalists and commentators Annabel Crabb and Stan Grant will be Co-Masters of Ceremonies, and the conference will feature keynote addresses from The Hon. Jason Clare Minister for Education, The Hon. Brendan O’Connor, Minister for Skills and Training, and Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC.
For more information about the conference schedule and speakers, visit www.aiec.idp.com/program
The Koala will be covering highlights of the conference.
