2026 CISWA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Description
The CISWA Annual Conference will be held on the 27th of November 2026. This year's theme is:
Navigating the Future of International Education:
Connection, Innovation and Student Success
CISWA Annual Conference 2026 is the premier event in Western Australia dedicated to international education. This year's theme
The program featured:
Opening address: Hon Dr Tony Buti - BPE DipEd MIR LLB DPhil MLA
Sector update: Hon Phil Honeywood, CEO IEAA
Keynote: "International Education in the Era of the Digital Childhood"
Jonathan Chew - Navitas Chief Insights Officer, IEAA Vice-President, Somerville House Council, Asia Society Advisory Council
How does the digital childhood change the role of universities, agents and partners?
Group work and scenario-based participation
Jonathan Chew
WA Public Schools' sector- Nancy McNally, Principal, Alkimos College
Creating the Future: Innovative Practices that Empower International Student Success
Panel Chair: Danielle Rock, Campus Manager - Kaplan Business School
StudyPerth - Derryn Belford
Student & Graduate Voices
Panel Chair: Dr Linda Yang, Managing Director -ICDI
Networking opportunities over morning tea & lunch, and post-conference drinks
It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with peers, hear from experts, and engage with the voices of students shaping the future of international education in WA.
Please subscribe to our mailing list to get updates to your inbox, or contact us at info@ciswa.com
Venue: Boola Katitjin 360.4.003, Murdoch University
Friday 27th November
9:00AM-4:00-PM
Description
Celebrating its 33rd Annual Conference, CISWA's flagship event is one of Western Australia's longest-running international education conferences. Connect with sector leaders, educators, and student support professionals while building relationships, sharing ideas, and strengthening collaboration across the international education community.
About CISWA
The Council of International Students Western Australia (CISWA) is the peak body supporting and representing international students and the international education sector in Western Australia.
Why Attend?
Join Western Australia's leading international education conference to gain insights into emerging trends, state-specific initiatives, policy updates, and best practice in supporting international students.
Who Should Attend?
International education professionals
Student services staff
University, VET and ELICOS representatives
School sector practitioners
Government and industry stakeholders
Student engagement and wellbeing professionals
Connect with colleagues from across the international education sector and build valuable professional relationships.
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