World Conference 2026

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Overview

IABC World Conference is the flagship event for communication professionals worldwide. Each year, hundreds of attendees gather to learn, connect, and share ideas that shape the future of our field.

Designed for today’s communicators, World Conference offers a dynamic mix of global perspectives, expert-led sessions, and meaningful peer-to-peer engagement. Whether you're looking to elevate your career, expand your network, or bring fresh insights back to your organization, this is the place to be.

This year’s theme explores the communicator’s evolving role in a rapidly changing world:

• How do we stay agile in the face of constant disruption?
• How do we balance business savvy with ethical responsibility?
• How do we lead through change and innovation?

Every session during World Conference 2026 will be aligned to the IABC Career Roadmap. Meaning, you’ll gain actionable strategies to grow your impact, no matter where you are in your career. Join us in Toronto, Canada, from 14-16 June 2026.

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Call for Proposals

The Call for Proposals for IABC World Conference 2026 has now closed! Thank you to all who submitted. Please contact learning@iabc.com with any questions!

This year’s event will take place 14–16 June 2026 in Toronto, Canada, bringing together communication professionals from around the world.

The focus for 2026 is on the evolving role of the communicator. In a world shaped by constant disruption and rapid shifts in technology and ethics, how do we stay smart and adapt?

We’re looking for insights, experiences, and best practices from speakers that demonstrate meaningful connections can drive engagement, collaboration, and success in our field.

Are you ready to shape the future? Prepare to submit your proposal to speak at IABC World Conference 2026 and be part of the conversation in Toronto.

 

The submission deadline was 11:59 p.m. CT on 7 November 2025. Contact learning@iabc.com with questions.

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Schedule at a Glance

A snapshot of what you can look forward to at World Conference 2026.

Sunday 14 June

• 8 a.m.-12 p.m. SIG Summits
• 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Master Classes
• 1-4 p.m. SIG Summits
• 1-4 p.m Master Classes
• 1-4 p.m. Gift of Communication
• 6-7:30 p.m. Welcome Reception 
• 7:30-9 p.m. Dine Arounds

 

Monday 15 June

• 8-9 a.m. Awards Breakfast
• 9-10:30 a.m. Welcome, Blessing of the Land, Opening Spotlight Session
• 10:30-11 a.m. Networking Break
• 11-11:45 a.m. Breakout Sessions
• 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Lunch 
• 1:30-2:15 p.m. Breakout Sessions
• 2:30-3:15 p.m. Breakout Sessions
• 3:15-3:45 p.m. Networking Break
• 3:45-5:15 p.m. Networking Roundtables
• 5:30-7 p.m. Region Receptions

 

Tuesday 16 June

• 8:30-9 a.m. Breakfast
• 9-10:15 a.m. Spotlight Session
• 10:15-10:45 a.m. Networking Break
• 10:45-11:30 a.m. Breakout Sessions
• 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch 
• 1-2:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions
• 2:30-3 p.m. Networking Break
• 3-4 p.m. Breakout Sessions

As of 14 October 2025. All times are listed in Eastern Daylight Time (ET) and are subject to change.