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National Indigenous Learning Support Conference Program 2026
Join colleagues from across Australia at the National Indigenous Learning Support Conference 2026, hosted by the Indigenous Education and Research Centre at James Cook University. This important sector event will bring together Indigenous learning support leaders, practitioners and educators to share innovative approaches, strengthen professional networks, and explore the future of Indigenous student success in higher education.
The conference program offers valuable professional development opportunities, featuring engaging forum sessions, expert speakers, and interactive workshop streams designed to showcase successful practices in Indigenous learning support. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, learn from sector leaders, explore emerging approaches, and build practical knowledge that can be applied within their own institutions.
Whether you are new to Indigenous student support or an experienced practitioner, NILSC 2026 provides a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to national conversations that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student achievement and success.
Wednesday 14 October - Pre-Conference
Directors & Managers Half-Day Forum
Forum Focus: Indigenous Learning Support Services in the Emerging Tertiary System
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Forum registration (Meet & Greet) |
Engineering & Innovation Place Building 506 Room 117 |
| 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | The shift from a higher education sector to a tertiary sector | |
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Lunch | |
| 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Strategic Forum Discussions: 1. What will doubling Indigenous participation require? 2. How must Indigenous learning-support services evolve? 3. What must Directors and Managers do now to prepare for 2035? |
Registration & Networking Event
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 pm | Networking registration desk opens |
Indigenous Education & Research Centre Building 301 Courtyard |
| 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm |
All delegates arrive, register and network. Join us for canapés and drinks. |
Thursday 15 October - Day 1
Morning Program
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am – 9:15 am | Welcome and Housekeeping |
The Science Place Building 142 Room 111 |
| 9:15 am - 9:30 am | Welcome to Country | |
| 9:30 am – 10:30 am | Plenary Presentations | |
| 10:30 am – 11:00 am | Morning Tea |
The Science Place Building 142 - Green Conference Marquee |
| 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Plenary Presentations |
The Science Place Building 142 Room 111 |
| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Lunch Break |
The Science Place Building 142 - Green Conference Marquee |
Afternoon Program
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Workshop 1: Sharing Successful Practices Murdoch University Boordawan (Futures) through Success Modelling – exploring what First Nations student success looks like and how culture, belonging, identity, academic capability and strong relationships can support students to succeed and thrive throughout their university journey. |
The Science Place Building 142 |
| 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Workshop 2: Sharing Successful Practices | |
| 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Workshop 3: Outreach and Recruitment - IERC Indigenous Winter School Program | |
| 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | Workshop 4: Tutoring Models – Lean In/Out, Empirical Insights, Recruitment | |
| 4:45 pm | Close | |
| 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Conference Dinner |
The Ville Resort - Casino The Pavilion Ballroom Sir Leslie Thiess Dr, Townsville City QLD 4810 |
Friday 16 October - Day 2
Morning Program
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am – 10:30 am | Plenary Presentations |
The Science Place Building 142 Room 111 |
| 10:30 am – 11:00 am | Morning Tea |
The Science Place Building 142 - Green Conference Marquee |
| 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Plenary Presentations |
The Science Place Building 142 Room 111 |
| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Lunch Break |
The Science Place Building 142 - Green Conference Marquee |
Afternoon Program
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm |
Workshop 1: Sharing Successful Practices - Murdoch University Boordawan (Futures) through Pathways – exploring how we strengthen culturally informed pathways into university through schools, communities and enabling programs, and how we support students to transition into higher education. |
The Science Place Building 142 |
| 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Workshop 2: Sharing Successful Practices | |
| 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Workshop 3: Tutoring Models – Lean In/Out, Empirical Insights, Recruitment | |
| 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | Closing Address | |
| 5:00 pm | Conference Close |
Conference Program Notice
The conference program is correct at the time of publication. However, session details, speakers, times and locations may change due to operational requirements. The most up-to-date version of the program will be available on this website.