Welcome Reception
Date: Tuesday 27 October 2026
Time: 17:30-19:00
Venue: International Convention Centre Sydney, AIEC Exhibition Hall
Kick off AIEC 2026 by reconnecting with colleagues, meeting new faces, and exploring the vibrant exhibition as the Welcome Reception brings the international education community together under one roof.
Held in the Expo Hall on Tuesday evening, this relaxed networking event offers the perfect opportunity to connect with delegates, exhibitors, sponsors and sector leaders while enjoying refreshments and entertainment. Whether you're continuing conversations from the day or making new connections, the Welcome Reception is the ideal way to start your AIEC experience.
View photos of the Welcome Reception from 2025
Sponsored by TAFE NSW International in partnership with Study NSW
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Key dates
9 February - Call for proposals opens
20 March - Call for proposals closes
April - Registration open
June - Program released
31 July - Super early bird registration closes
18 September - Early bird registration closes
27 - 30 October – AIEC 2026
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