Call for Presenters and Speakers is now open for the 2026 SIEBA HUI

We are delighted to announce that opportunities to present at the 2026 SIEBA HUI are now open! Join us on 13–14 May at Te Pae Convention Centre in Christchurch. Connect with colleagues from across the international education school sector as we come together for another inspiring year of collaboration and innovation.

Delegates: The HUI unites delegates from the school sector across Aotearoa including senior school leaders, international directors, accommodation staff, international administrators, government agencies and stakeholders, partners and exhibitors.

Theme: “Under One Sky – Schools Shaping the Future,” evokes unity and a global community, inspiring a future-focused look at how we can grow international education together in New Zealand.

Why Present at the SIEBA HUI? 

We invite inspiring speakers from all areas of the international education sector to help us create a dynamic and diverse programme at the 2026 SIEBA HUI. Whether you’d like to join a panel, lead a breakout session, present in an inspire session or presentation, facilitate a Café discussion, or share your expertise in another creative way, your contribution will help shape the future of international education in the school sector in New Zealand.

Benefits of Presenting:

• Connect with thought leaders in the international education sector
• Collaborate and inspire others
• Elevate your personal brand and profile
• Engage with a captive audience
• Influence the future of the international education industry
• Join the largest education conference for the school sector in New Zealand

Session Formats 

You can propose to:

• Join an existing panel
• Lead your own breakout session
• Join an Inspire session alongside other speakers
• Facilitate a Cafe session
• Or share your expertise in another creative way

Before submitting your proposal, please review the HUI Session Formats and Key Interest Areas to select the best fit for your session.

Ready to share your expertise or innovative ideas?

To submit your expression of interest or proposal, please complete the following form:

Presenter Expression of Interest Form

Please note: The submission deadline is Friday 13 February 2026.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your ideas before submitting, please contact Melissa Heyrick at SIEBA. Melissa@sieba.nz