Talanoa 2026 will be a platform for folx to talanoa (tell storied realities, invite conversations, explore ways forward) around the “arts of negotiation” in/from their life situations, and to unpack the “gifts in negotiation” for their communities and for the rest of us.

The theme for this conference is “negotiation,” and there will be keynotes (2), presentations (24), and panels (4). The keynotes will address “Indigenous justice” (from UAICC) and “Migration and Climate justice” (MP Anasina Gray-Barberio).

The presentations will address topics in the general areas of Pasifika cultures, theology, bible, climate justice, pastoral care, CPE, art, queer, decolonization, gender justice, youth justice, and more. The panels will be on “Justice matters,” “Negotiating identities in diaspora,” “Raising families in diaspora,” and “Youth matter!”

Thursday, 9 April 12pm–8pm

Canterbury Balwyn Uniting Church

15A Balwyn Rd, Canterbury 3126

Friday, 10 April 9am–8pm

Centre for Theology and Ministry

29 College Crescent, Parkville 3052

Saturday, 11 April 9am–4pm

Centre for Theology and Ministry

29 College Crescent, Parkville 3052

Cost

Registration fee includes conference materials and meals.

Full cost $ 120

Student $ 50

14yo and under $ 1

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