Future: Forward Conference

22 + 23 May 2025

Sponsoring Future: Forward

AI in Catholic Education National Conference

Conference outline

CEnet is excited to hold its second Future: Forward Conference, a two-day national event aimed at bringing together decision makers, theologians, curriculum leaders, educators, and data, IT and security experts from Catholic education dioceses.

This year's conference, themed "Be Bold, Brave, and Brilliant – Beyond Adoption" is taking place on 22-23 May 2025. It will be a dynamic event that is focused on actively shaping Catholic education with AI, moving beyond mere adoption to explore governance, student agency, ethical AI literacy, and strategic AI integration. You'll have the opportunity to participate in hands-on explorations, deep discussions, and practical implementation strategies. We will embrace boldness in AI leadership by bridging gaps, fostering innovation, ensuring gender equity, and amplifying student voices.

Venue

Campbelltown Catholic Club
20-22 Camden Rd, Campbelltown NSW
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Dates

Thursday 22 + Friday 23 May 2025

Program

To be announced

Expected numbers

We are expecting approx. 280-300 delegates at this event

Bump in / Bump out

Bump in - Thursday 22 May from TBC

Please arrive at the main entry and proceed to the reception desk.

Bump out - Friday 23 August from TBC

Your exhibition space

All Exhibitors 

Inclusions:

  • Table (1.8m x 0.6m, 6ft length by 2ft width)

  • Black lycra tablecloth

  • Access to power

  • Access to Campbelltown Catholic Club Wifi

  • 2 chairs

All exhibition space is open-sided. Floor plan to be provided.

Exhibitors are welcome to dress their exhibition space however please note the following:

  • Decorations and displays should not be taped, pasted, nailed or tacked onto walls

  • Signs, advertising devices or merchandise can be used behind your booth however should not be displayed outside of your designated exhibition space or project into neighbouring exhibition space

  • If you are using audible electronics or open audio systems, please ensure they cannot be heard outside of your allocated space

  • Signage and decorations must not block emergency exits, obscure or cover emergency exit signs, block access to fire extinguishers or hose reels, or be stored on fire stairs

  • Ensure your booth is not a trip hazard by keeping boxes, extension cords, decorations and banners out of foot traffic areas

  • Personal care should be taken when assembling and dismantling your exhibition space

  • Please bring your own extension cords or power boards (if required). All electrical equipment must be tested and comply with the Australian Standard AS/NZS 3760:2010 and 3760.

Exhibitor badges + registration

All exhibitors and nominated delegates attending the conference and/or Canapes + Drinks networking event must register before the event.

Name badges will be available for collection at the registration desk located on Ground Floor foyer from 8am Thursday 22 May.

Delivery of goods prior to event

Due to limited space, it is preferable that deliveries are not forwarded to the venue prior to the event. If this is necessary, only very small packages can be accepted, and received no more that 5 days prior to the event. Please contact the Communication + Engagement team if you require this service. The venue will require extensive details including package dimensions, contents and expected delivery date.

AV requirements

Screens and additional AV can be used at your exhibition booth, however please ensure that any audio is reduced to a level that does not exceed your space. Please note the wireless internet is available at no cost and is designed for web browsing and checking web based email. It is not designed for accessing VPN’s or downloading large files.

Swag + giveaways

Please contact the Communication + Engagement team to discuss swag, prizes and giveaways for this event.

How to get there

From Sydney

Take the second Campbelltown Exit off the M5 motorway and veer left onto Narellan Road.

From Canberra, Goulburn & Southern Highlands

Take the Campbelltown Exit off the M5 motorway and turn right onto Narellan Road.

Continue on Narellan Road through two sets of traffic lights. At the third set of lights turn left into Kellicar Road. Turn right immediately into Camden Road and right again at the first roundabout into the Campbelltown Catholic Club car park.

Train

Disembark at Campbelltown Station.

Head West on Kellicar Road to Camden Road intersection. Turn left into Camden Road. It is a comfortable 15 minute walk from the Station. The going is flat with a sealed pathway. There is also a taxi rank directly opposite Campbelltown Station. For information on train timetables please visit City Rail at www.cityrail.info

Parking

There are over 700 off-street parking spaces available on site including a multi-level underground car park.

Accommodation

Special discounted rates are available at the adjacent Rydges Hotel.

Additional tickets to the event

Additional delegate tickets may be provided to sponsors for $100 per person excluding GST. In addition, Canapes + Drinks tickets (Day 1) are $100 per person excluding GST. These tickets are subject to availability and will be offered from 15 May 2025 depending on venue capacity. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist for additional tickets, please contact the Communication + Engagement team.

Key contacts on the day

These details will be provided closer to the event.

Any questions?

Should you have any questions about this event, please contact the Communication + Engagement team.