IAF England and Wales | #Facilitate2026
Designing space, time and collaboration – Shaping impact!
17-18 April 2026 | Birmingham, UK
Facilitation happens in meetings, workshops, conferences, and events, in addition it happens in youth work, community engagement and schools.
As facilitators we are always supporting others to grow and change. This conference is a space for your own development. A chance to meet others you can learn from, look at different tools and techniques to improve your skills, and to grow your business.
Everyone interested in facilitation is welcome, whether you are brand new to this work or have been doing it for years, whether you work in-house or externally and whether you facilitate some or all of the time.
IAF Americas | Facilitating on the Edge
Join world-class facilitators from across the Americas
30 April – 2 May 2026 | Monterrey, Mexico
The IAF Conference of the Americas 2026 is a premier regional gathering of professional facilitators, coaches, consultants, leaders, and educators from across the Americas and beyond. Hosted by a group of volunteers of the International Association of Facilitators (IAF), this bilingual conference offers immersive learning through workshops, keynotes, panels and networking – advancing both the art and science of facilitation.
- World-class professional development with immediately applicable tools
- International exchange, with facilitators and participants from diverse backgrounds
- Deep professional networking across sectors and cultures
- Opportunities for IAF Certification: the global standard on facilitation excellence
IAF Africa
Facilitating Africa’s future in the digital era: People, processes and platforms
17 – 19 August 2026 | Kigali, Rwanda
The International Association of Facilitators (IAF) Africa Region is excited to announce its upcoming conference, which will explore the transformative role of group process facilitation in driving innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship across Africa.
The three-day event will bring together facilitators, academics, industry leaders, policymakers, and students for an engaging program of plenary sessions, breakout discussions, and networking opportunities. Participants will have the chance to:
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Explore best practices in facilitation for fostering innovation and collaboration
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Engage with thought leaders shaping Africa’s digital and entrepreneurial landscape
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Exchange ideas and experiences across sectors and disciplines
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Connect with the Carnegie Mellon University Africa community and other regional stakeholders
More details about ticket sales is coming soon!
IAF Oceania | Facilitation in action
It’s all about creating the space for you!
14 – 16 October 2026 | Geelong, Australia
It’s more akin to a delightful combo of conference, summit, festival and celebration of facilitation. All in the one place over 5 days of vibrancy, innovation and learning.
The main conference will be held on 14-16 October, book-ended either side by a range of professional development workshops and professional accreditation.
Leading into the event you’ll be able to attend a series of online taster sessions for you to sample a few enticing entrees from the menu. You’ll also have the chance to connect with some of the fantastic people (aside from yourself!) who’ll be attending.
As a conference delegate, you’ll have direct access to a range of resources provided by session facilitators and attendees. You’ll also be able to connect with other participants to help you to build your networks and grow your professional facilitation practice for positive change.
IAF Asia | (和) HE | Harmony in the making
At the threshold: From attunement to co-creating resonance
31 October – 1 November 2026 | Hangzhou, China
This gathering brings together educators, leaders, and change practitioners to explore how facilitation helps us work with complexity, diversity, and transformation in a rapidly shifting world.
The pre-conference workshops will take place on 29 – 30 October 2026, followed by the conference on 31 October – 1 November 2026.
Proposals are welcomed across areas including complexity, relationships, inner development, innovation, and social impact.
We invite you to submit your proposals by 31 March 2026, and acceptance notifications will be shared on 17 May 2026.
Bring your practice and perspective and contribute to harmony in the making!