SCANZ Conference 2019: Inspiring Change
Ōtautahi, 27-29 Whiringa-ā-Rangi
Christchurch, 27-29 November
Together we’ll explore ways in which all of us can help inspire positive change in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.
At the conference, you'll experience:
Welcome wai & kai, drinks and nibbles
Upskilling and knowledge-sharing workshops.
Keynote speakers Acushla Dee Sciascia and Sarb Johal.
A wero challenge panel around accessibility and diversity with panellists Upulie Divisekera, Joseph Hullen, Aurynn Shaw and Susan Rapley.
Lightning talks - a series of five-minute talks about fascinating topics.
Hākari, Dinner (limited places - ticketed separately)
And, based on last year’s success, a dedicated ‘unconference’ half-day for in-depth whakawhanaungatanga networking and matapaki discussions.
main event start time and venue:
The conference begins just after 10am on Rāpare 28 Whiringa-ā-Rangi Thursday 28 November and will be held at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street (map).
View the final conference programme
View speakers and workshops
Information for attendees
All venues are wheelchair accessible. The Piano also has a hearing loop, is equipped with the latest audio-visual technology, and has a dedicated quiet space for those who need it.
We are aiming for this to be a zero waste event. Please take home any packaging you bring in.
Kai a te ata morning tea is not provided due to the late morning start. If you would like to eat beforehand, we recommend the many cafes on New Regent Street next to The Piano.
Code of conduct
Harassment and hostile behaviour is not welcome at SCANZ.
If a participant engages in harassing behaviour - whether intentional or unintentional - event organizers or their designees may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender, expulsion from the event, or contacting a higher authority such as a representative from the offender’s institution.
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of the local event staff, event organizers, any member of the SCANZ team or executive committee. Please be assured that if you approach us, your concerns will be kept in strict confidence, and we will consult with you on any actions taken.
We expect participants to follow our code of conduct at all conferences, meeting-related social events, workshops, community gatherings, and online communication channels.
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