We’re delighted to announce that our 2026 online conference is officially in the works, and we invite you to save the date and be part of it. This online event forms part of our 10-year anniversary celebrations and we’re looking forward to marking the milestone together.
Dates: October 4–9, 2026
Format: Fully online
Opening: Sunday 4 October (World Animal Day)
Core programme: Monday 5th through Friday 9th October
This week-long event will bring together practitioners, researchers, changemakers, and curious minds for a rich programme of learning, discussion, and practical exploration. Book your spot here.
What to expect
Across the week, participants will be able to access a blend of recorded and live sessions delivered through our online learning platform and live video events.
We are designing the programme to include a variety of formats and styles so participants can learn in ways that suit them best. Planned elements include:
- Expert talks and keynote sessions
- Short “lightning” presentations
- Interactive workshops
- Practical case studies
- Panel conversations and interviews
- Community and co-creation sessions
- Wellbeing and movement sessions such as guided exercise, mindfulness, or creative activities
New content will be released across the week, alongside selected live sessions to create shared moments and discussion opportunities.
A conference designed for practical impact
This event is being built around applied insight and practical value. We want participants to come away with:
- New tools and frameworks
- Fresh perspectives
- Evidence-informed approaches
- Practical ideas that can be applied immediately
- Connections with others working toward meaningful change
We’re especially keen to include sessions that are interactive, grounded in real challenges, and open to multiple perspectives.
Call for contributions (coming soon)
Some of the content will be invited, and some selected from submissions. We will soon be inviting abstract and session submissions from across our community and networks. We’re interested in a wide range of contributions from research insights and field reports to practical demonstrations and creative formats.
More details on how to submit will be shared shortly.
What happens next
If you’re interested in attending, contributing, or partnering with us, now is the perfect time to mark your calendar and watch for updates.
We’re excited to build this with and for our community — and we hope you’ll be part of it. For more information, visit our conference page here: 2026 Online Behaviour Change Conference
Book now to secure your spot!
