WIPCE 2025 Themes
The eight themes of WIPCE 2025 reflect the diverse spaces in which Indigenous peoples live, learn, and lead. These themes will guide the knowledge that will be shared at the gathering, while also acknowledging the connections and synergies between them. The themes for WIPCE 2025 provide context for Indigenous knowledge as a way of living, while also platforming them as fundamental parts of education as a whole.
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Studies of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment for Indigenous peoples
The nexus between science and technology and the traditional knowledges of Indigenous peoples
The natural and built environment - Indigenous strategies and solutions for emerging environmental harms to our societies
Indigenous knowledges and practices for health of the whole person - physical, emotional and spiritual, and extending to the wellbeing of families and communities
Political projects and aspirations of Indigenous peoples for self-determination and sovereignty
The revitalisation of Indigenous languages and cultures
Infusing Indigenous values and cultures in to creative arts and endeavours
The voices and aspirations of young and emerging Indigenous scholars
WIPCE 2025 Programme | Aotea Centre
WIPCE 2025 will run from Rātapu (Sunday) 16th through to Rāpare (Thursday) 20th in Whiringā-a-Rangi (November) 2025. Upon the sacred land Takaparawhau that watches over the Waitematā harbour of Tāmaki Makaurau, the waters that shine and gleam in the sun beneath the foreboding and loving shadow of Rangitoto. The guardians of the sacred fires of Tuperiri, Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, will formally welcome our guests to the shores of Aotearoa with the traditional Māori pōwhiri (welcome ceremony).
The four-day conference will include:
- Keynote and guest speakers from all Indigenous nations.
- Panel discussions.
- Abstract presentations through oral, poster and activation type presentations.
- Daily catering for delegates, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.
- Te Ao Kōrero - Knowledge café proudly sponsored by Connected North – allowing delegates to network and to be involved in discussion groups on subjects such as language revitalisation, Indigenous traditions, culture, and rights.
- Te Ao Tirotiro proudly sponsored by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited – cultural excursions featuring Te Toki Voyaging, Stardome Observatory and Planetarium, Tupuna Maunga Authority + many more.
- WIPCE 2025 social programme.
- Parade of nations, recognising all our manuhiri (visitors) to the conference.
- Te Ao Pūtahi Festival – WIPCE 2025 festival featuring kai (food), hokohoko (retail), toi (art), entertainment and more!
- Designated areas for kaumātua (elders)
Disclaimer: Programme is subject to change without notification.
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