2026 Annual General Meeting - Australian Pasifika Educators Network

APEN Annual General Meeting 2026

Reflecting on Our Progress. Shaping Our Future.

Thursday 26 November 2026
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm AEDT (Sydney time)
Online via Zoom | Free registration

Kia ora, Talofa lava, Mālō e lelei, Ni sa bula vinaka, Namaste, Kia orana, Taloha ni, Ia orana, Fakaalofa lahi atu, ’Alii, Mālō ni, Halo Olaketa, Mauri, Aloha mai e and warm Pacific greetings!

You are warmly invited to the Australian Pasifika Educators Network (APEN) Annual General Meeting 2026, an opportunity to come together, reflect on our collective achievements and help shape the future of our network.

APEN is a national community of Pasifika and non-Pasifika educators, researchers, students, community leaders and allies committed to advancing equity, representation and culturally responsive education across Australia.

Our work is grounded in Pacific values of respect, reciprocity, relationality and collective responsibility, alongside our commitment to solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples and knowledge holders of these lands.

What to Expect

Our 2026 AGM will provide an opportunity to:

• Reflect on our journey: Celebrate APEN’s achievements, impact and growth throughout 2025–2026.

• Hear from our leadership: Receive updates from the Board, Treasurer and Executive on our activities, governance and strategic priorities.

• Shape our future: Discuss priorities and opportunities for 2027 and beyond.

• Participate in governance: Confirm office holders and conduct elections for any vacant Board positions, in accordance with APEN’s constitution.

• Connect through talanoa: Share reflections, ideas and aspirations for strengthening Pacific education across Australia.

Who Can Attend?

We welcome APEN members, Pasifika educators, students, researchers, community leaders and allies who are interested in learning more about our work.

All are welcome to attend. Formal voting and nominations for Board positions are reserved for eligible APEN members, in accordance with our constitution.

Not yet an APEN member? You’re welcome to join us and learn more about becoming part of our growing national network.

How to Attend

Attendance is free, but registration is required.

Please RSVP through Humanitix to receive event reminders and important AGM information.

The meeting will be held online via Zoom, with joining details provided to registered attendees.

Eligible members will receive further information about nominations and elections for any vacant Board positions.

Cultural attire is warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Stay Connected

For questions or further information:

Email: info@pasifikaeducators.com.au

Instagram: @australianpasifikaeducators

We look forward to coming together in the spirit of talanoa, collective leadership and shared commitment to advancing Pacific education.

Australian Pasifika Educators Network (APEN)

Connecting educators. Strengthening communities. Advancing Pacific education.

Be Part of a Growing Pacific Education Collective

Join a national network of Pasifika and non-Pasifika educators, researchers, students, community leaders and allies working together to strengthen Pacific voices, representation and leadership in Australian education.

APEN membership connects you to:

• Community and connection: Networking, mentoring and opportunities to collaborate across Australia and the Pacific.

• Professional learning: Culturally responsive workshops, seminars and educator development.

• Research and scholarship: Pacific research networks, publications and opportunities for knowledge sharing.

• Advocacy and influence: Collective action to advance equitable education policy and practice.

Membership is open to individuals and institutions, with affordable options for students, casual and full-time educators, concession holders and Pacific international members.

Membership starts from just $20 per year.

JOIN OUR COLLECTIVE. STRENGTHEN THE VĀ. SHAPE THE FUTURE.

BECOME AN APEN MEMBER