Category: News

Conference Report and Intelligence Briefing: ACE2024

The 16th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2024) took place in Tokyo, Japan from November 25-29, 2024 and attracted a total of 710 people from 47 countries. The conference was held in partnership with the IAFOR Research Centre at the Osaka School of International Public Policy (OSIPP) at Osaka University, Japan. A key theme that emerged

Writing a Good Grant Application: Mastering Significance, Innovation and Approach for Your Career

Accepted Presentations

One of the greatest strengths of IAFOR’s international conferences is their international and intercultural diversity. As of July 10, 2025, ACE2025 has received over 950 submissions from 81 countries and territories – including: Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, and Vietnam. Interdisciplinary,

IAFOR Grant and Scholarship Recipients

IAFOR Grant and Scholarship Recipients: The 16th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2024)

We are delighted to announce the recipients of IAFOR grants and scholarships for The 16th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2024) to be held in Tokyo, Japan in November 2024. In total, we received 261 scholarship applications. Launched in 2016, IAFOR’s grants and scholarships programme provides financial support to PhD students and early career academics, with

IAFOR Grant and Scholarship Recipients

IAFOR Grant and Scholarship Recipients: The 15th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2023)

We are delighted to announce the recipients of IAFOR grants and scholarships for The 15th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2023) to be held in Tokyo, Japan in November 2023. In total, we received 407 scholarship applications. Launched in 2016, IAFOR’s grants and scholarships programme provides financial support to PhD students and early career academics, with

Kintsugi Workshop

Cultural Event: Kintsugi Workshop

Delegates attending ACE2023 are invited to begin their conference journey with an engaging pre-conference Kintsugi Workshop. This traditional Japanese art form captures the philosophy of finding beauty in imperfection and embracing flaws by mending broken pottery with gold.

IAFOR Grant and Scholarship Recipients

IAFOR Grant and Scholarship Recipients: The 14th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022)

We are delighted to announce the recipients of IAFOR grants and scholarships for The 14th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022) to be held in Tokyo, Japan in November 2022. In total, we received 147 scholarship applications. Launched in 2016, IAFOR’s grants and scholarships programme provides financial support to PhD students and early career academics, with

Cultural Visit to Tokyo Tower

Cultural Visit to Tokyo Tower

On Wednesday, November 30, IAFOR will be hosting a cultural visit to Tokyo Tower to experience the breathtaking scenery of one of the biggest metropolitan cities in the world. With two 360-degree observation decks, delegates can gaze out at the city lights and Tokyo Bay. Participants can also stop at various shops and cafes inside

Surviving and Thriving in Times of Rapid Change

Surviving and Thriving in Times of Rapid Change: Multiple Tertiary Teaching Voices from Aotearoa, New Zealand

A panel from Manukau Institute of Technology, New Zealand, will be presenting “Surviving and Thriving in Times of Rapid Change: Multiple Tertiary Teaching Voices from Aotearoa, New Zealand” at The 14th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022). To participate in ACE2022 as an audience member, please register for the conference. This plenary will also be available

Concepts Across Contexts: How to Build Durable Skills through Transdisciplinary Teaching

Concepts Across Contexts: How to Build Durable Skills through Transdisciplinary Teaching

“Concepts Across Contexts: How to Build Durable Skills through Transdisciplinary Teaching” by Kenn Ross of the Minerva Project has been announced as a keynote to be presented at The 14th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022). To participate in ACE2022 as an audience member, please register for the conference. This plenary will also be available for

Mental Health in Action: Strategies to Build Teacher and Student Capacity

Mental Health in Action: Strategies to Build Teacher and Student Capacity

A panel from Lusail University, Qatar, and the University of Oklahoma, United States, will present “Mental Health in Action: Strategies to Build Teacher and Student Capacity” at The 14th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022). This forum discussion will identify strategies to address mental health challenges and promote well-being among teachers and students. To participate in