# International Confederation of Principals' Convention

- Dates: 16 September 2026 to 18 September 2026
- Location: Auckland, New Zealand
- Organiser: International Confederation of Principals' Convention 2026
- Industry: EdTech

## About

The International Confederation of Principals' Convention 2026 is a conference for school principals and senior leaders across all sectors. It focuses on topics such as equity, indigenous culture revival, curriculum, staffing, wellbeing, and technology. The event includes keynote speakers and breakout sessions for global discussion and solutions.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://www.icp2026nz.com/)
- [Registration](https://www.icp2026nz.com/registration/registration)
- [Agenda](https://www.icp2026nz.com/programme)

## Topics

- Education & Training

## Speakers

- Jehan Casinader, MC
- Gilbert Enoka, Mental Skills Coach
- Ian Taylor, Founder and Managing Director of Animation Research
- Stacey Morrison, Broadcaster, Author, and Te Reo Māori Advocate
- Scotty Morrison, Broadcaster, Academic, and Cultural Leader
- Louka Parry, Education Futurist
- Professor Peter O'Connor FRSNZ
- Hana O'Regan, Māori language advocate and academic
- LaQuanta Nelson, Leadership & Culture Strategist, BOSS Educator

## Sponsors and partners

- Christchurch
- ASB Bank
- CrestClean
- Fujifilm Business Innovation
- Furnware
- Fusion
- OfficeMax
- PhotoLife
- ScholasticNZ
- Edsby
- Linewize
- NZ Uniforms
- Resene
- SmartGrass for Schools
- Accounting For Schools
- Footsteps Dance Company
- InterLEAD Consultants Limited
- Learning Architects
- Learning MATTERS
- Programmed Property Services

## Where to stay

- **President Hotel**: 70 m from the venue, 27 Victoria Street West
  - [Hotel website](https://cpghotels.com/hotels/president-hotel)
- **SkyCity Grand Hotel**: 130 m from the venue, 5 stars, 90 Federal Street, Auckland, 1010
  - [Hotel website](https://www.skycityauckland.co.nz/hotels/skycity-grand/)
  - Phone: +64 9 363 6000
- **Crowne Plaza Auckland**: 140 m from the venue
  - [Hotel website](https://auckland.crowneplaza.com/)
  - Phone: +64 9 302 1111
- **Citylife Auckland**: 150 m from the venue
- **Chiftley Suites**: 170 m from the venue
  - [Hotel website](https://chifley-suites.besthotelsauckland.com/)
- **Rydges Auckland**: 170 m from the venue
  - [Hotel website](https://www.rydges.com/accommodation/new-zealand/auckland/)
  - Phone: +64 9 375 5900
- **Ibis Budget**: 180 m from the venue
- **Voco Hotel / Holiday Inn**: 220 m from the venue, 13 Wyndham Street

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