Community Sector Education Forum

Invitation only

The Community Sector Education Forum is a flagship event held annually by the Victorian Council of Social Service (VCOSS) supported by the Victorian Department of Education. 

The 2024 Community Sector Education Forum will explore the theme:  Recommitting to the Education State: Driving another decade of excellence and equity in education in Victoria. 

This year’s free event will be held in person and will feature interactive components.  

Speakers will include the Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, The Hon. Ben Carroll MP and the Minister Children and Minister for Disability, The Hon. Lizzie Blandthorn MP, who will participate in a Q&A session. 

The forum will also include a keynote address by world renowned Finnish professor of educational leadership Pasi Sahlberg, as well as presentations featuring community sector leaders and a series of interactive breakout sessions. 

Together we will explore the connections between education and community services and how the two sectors can effectively work together to shape supportive environments and communities for all Victorian learners and spark fresh ideas to drive another decade of education reform in Victoria.  

Please note: This is an invite-only forum. You may delegate to another representative from within your organisation. We allow 2 representatives per organisation, but contact us if you need more. 

If you have any questions about the event or access needs, please get in touch:  Joanna Hatcher (Policy Advisor)