WIL Around the World: November 11, 2026
Topic: Supporting neurodivergent students through the WIL recruitment process and during the WIL experience
Speaker: Amy Edwards, EdD, Director, and Margaret “Peg” Monaghan, MBA, MSVC, Associate Director, Drexel University’s Center for Autism & Neurodiversity
Times:
Toronto, Canada: Wednesday, November 11 at 9:00 AM EDT
London, United Kingdom: Wednesday, November 11 at 2:00 PM BST
Cape Town, South Africa: Wednesday, November 11 at 4:00 PM SAST
Sydney, Australia: Thursday, November 12 at 1:00 AM AEDT
Auckland, New Zealand: Thursday, November 12 at 3:00 AM NZDT
WACE's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on November 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada).
Zoom Meeting
Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom which will enable you to add the scheduled meeting time and date to your calendar through selecting "Add to your Calendar".
Join WIL professionals from around the world for the WACE 2027 Leadership Institute in Bangkok, Thailand!
Designed for both established and emerging leaders in cooperative and work-integrated learning (WIL), this interactive two-day Institute provides an opportunity to strengthen leadership skills, exchange ideas, address current challenges, and build meaningful connections with professionals across the globe.
Through engaging discussions and collaborative learning, participants will explore innovative leadership strategies, gain practical insights to apply within their organizations, and expand their international WIL networks. Participants will also be eligible to receive a WACE Certificate of Completion.
Institute Schedule:
Friday, June 4, 2027: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (GMT +7) (Dinner included)
Saturday, June 5, 2027: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (GMT +7)
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
The Institute takes place ahead of the WACE World Conference 2027. Registration includes participation in both sessions and dinner on June 4.
For additional information, please visit the WACE 2027 Conference website.
Registration for the Leadership Institute includes the afternoon session and networking dinner on June 4, 2027, and the morning session on June 5, 2027.
Spaces may be limited, and interested participants are encouraged to register early.
Global Partners & Full Institutional Members
*All prices are in Canadian dollars
This exceptional event offers presentations of current research, case studies, and opportunities to exchange knowledge and build valuable networks. Following the successful WACE International Research Symposium in Auckland, New Zealand, we're excited to host the next conference at Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, from June 7 to June 9, 2027. We look forward to seeing you there! Click Here for Terms and Conditions
Registration Dates:
Early Bird: November 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027 Regular ticketing available: March 1, 2027 *At least one author/presenter must be registered for the Conference by May 1, 2027
$1,100.00 CAD
*All prices are in Canadian dollars *All tickets for the conference include the Gala Dinner. Extra tickets can be purchased.