Hosted virtually by the Local Community Services Association (LCSA) in partnership with the International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS) and proudly supported by the Australian Neighbourhood House & Centres Association (ANHCA), the IFS Conference brings together the global network of Neighbourhood and Community Centres to engage around the theme of “Social Justice: The Unfinished Journey, Global Issues – Local Solutions”.

**Conference update**

The IFS Conference 2021 program will be delivered entirely online in order to give our attendees, speakers and organisers certainty and peace of mind during this rapidly changing time of COVID-19.

IFS Conference 2021 remains committed to providing a unique opportunity to learn, connect and participate in a global network of Settlement and Neighbourhood Houses and Centres. Despite not being able to meet in-person, much of the program remains unchanged as we extend our online format to include most of the previously advertised content. We have planned an engaging, meaningful and dynamic event to meet our aim of fostering renewed thinking and dialogue about our sector's role in a complex world, gaining insight into social justice challenges and how we can proactively respond to these in our practice and advocacy.

The IFS Conference aims to foster renewed thinking and dialogue about our sectors role in a complex world, gaining insight into social justice challenges and how we can proactively respond to these in our practice and advocacy. One of the focus points of the conference will also be the contribution Neighbourhood Houses and Centres make towards the United Nations Social Development Goals (UNSDGs).

With 38 hours of content over 4 days, we have a fantastic line-up of international speakers, panelists, presenters, and performers who will help shape our thinking and discussion around our theme of Social Justice: The Unfinished Journey, Global Issues - Local Solutions. All registered attendees will have access to the conference from anywhere in the world, join sessions in relevant time zones, participate in live discussions and Q&A, develop global partnerships, friendships and cultural exchange through formal and informal networking.

***SPECIAL TICKET OFFER***

If you purchase 3 or more tickets from the same ticket type, you will receive a 10% discount!

For more information and to view the program, visit https://ifsconference.sydney/

IFS has more than 11,000 members all over the globe. If you are part of a local Neighbourhood or Community Centre or House that is a current member of a state or national body with IFS Membership, then you are also considered to be a member of the IFS Network and eligible to select Member rates when purchasing IFS Conference tickets. Members Rates apply to anyone who is a member of one of the following organisations:

- Local Community Services Association (LCSA)
- Neighbourhood Houses Victoria (NHVic)
- Neighbourhood Houses Tasmania (NHT)
- Queensland Families and Communities Association (QFCA)
- Community Centres South Australia (CCSA)
- Linkwest
- International Federation of Settlements and Neighbourhood Centres (IFS)

If you are unsure about your membership status or if your membership fees are up to date, please contact your association directly.

If you are currently experiencing financial hardship, please contact LCSA Executive Officer, Can Yasmut by emailing can@lcsansw.org.au

Please see our Refund Policy for more information.