Conferences

Here, you can find detailed information about our diverse range of conferences, designed to provide professional development opportunities for our affiliated institutions. Each conference offers a unique platform for networking, learning, and sharing best practices. Below is an overview of our key annual conferences:

Governance Conference
Our 2-day residential Governance Conference is designed for the boards of affiliated institutions. Featuring keynote speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities, this conference aims to provide a yearly update on compulsory ACNC reporting and Governance Standards. Board members will receive training on their roles and responsibilities, including topics such as Board-Head relations, executive supervision/delegation, financial governance, legal compliance framework, risk management, conflict of interest, and related party transactions.

EP Residential PD
This workshop is a 2-day residential professional development opportunity specifically for school executive principals. It concentrates on the latest trends and best practices in education, offering attendees a platform to share their recent experiences through presentations. Gain new insights and strategies for enhancing student learning and achievement. Designed to be informative and interactive, this PD fosters in-depth discussions among participants, helping to develop common strategies for our sister schools in Australia.


Educational Leaders Conference
The Educational Leaders Conference is a 2-day residential professional development event for school principals and heads of curriculum. The conference focuses on the latest trends and best practices in schools, providing attendees with opportunities to network with their counterparts from AUF sister schools. Share your most recent experiences through presentations and gain new insights and strategies to improve student learning and achievement. The conference is designed to be both informative and interactive, with ample opportunities for discussions with peers and guest speakers.

Pastoral Care Leaders Conference
This 2-day residential event is tailored for individuals responsible for providing spiritual and emotional support to students. The conference includes presentations, group discussions, and breakout sessions aimed at enhancing pastoral care services in AUF-affiliated institutions. Network with colleagues from other institutions, share best practices, and discuss challenges and solutions to ensure students receive the support they need to thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Finance Conference
The Finance Conference is the premier event for business managers to discuss the latest trends and developments in finance. Over two days, attendees will have the opportunity to network with finance departments from sister organisations and hear keynote speeches from industry leaders. The conference features a variety of sessions and workshops designed to provide valuable insights and practical knowledge to take back to their organisations.

Community Engagement Conference
This 2-day residential conference is an excellent opportunity for Community Engagement Managers and Coordinators to share practices and experiences. The event aims to review yearly plans and explore new development areas for our communities. Attendees will work on new methods and programs to increase parent and community engagement, ensuring our communities are vibrant and inclusive.

LS Conference
The LS Conference is an annual event that unites Learning Support coordinators from all AUF sister schools. This event offers an opportunity to broaden knowledge and skills, network with peers, and stay updated on the latest research and best practices in learning support. The conference showcases workshops and presentations covering topics such as identifying disabilities, implementing necessary adjustments, and retaining evidence for NCCD reporting. Participants will present insightful case studies and engage in mutual learning experiences.

Careers Conference
Our annual Careers Advisors Conference brings together professionals specialising in career guidance from all AUF sister schools. Attendees can enhance their knowledge and skills, connect with colleagues, and stay informed about the latest research and best practices in career development. The conference features diverse workshops and presentations on career trajectory guidance, skill development, and industry trends.

Counselling Conference
This annual event gathers counsellors and psychologists from AUF sister schools. The conference offers a platform for expanding knowledge and skills, networking with peers, and learning about the latest research and best practices in counselling. The event includes a variety of workshops and presentations on topics such as trauma, addiction, child and adolescent counselling, and NCCD.

We invite you to join us at our upcoming conferences to enhance your professional skills, gain new insights, and network with your peers from AUF-affiliated institutions. Stay tuned for more information on dates, venues, and registration details.