Our Events

From conferences to workshops, panel discussions and social events, the IABC provides many opportunities for learning and networking. As a member you can access international, regional and local events each year at member rates, as well as exclusive member only events. Non-members are welcome to join many of our events at standard pricing.

Our events are a range of in person, online and hybrid options. We make recordings available wherever possible.

Upcoming events - 2024

11 Dec | IABC NSW | AGM, followed by Nibbles & Networking | 4:00PM AEDT

11 Dec | IABC NSW | End of Year Nibbles & Networking | 5:00PM - 7:30PM AEDT

Global events | More IABC events from around the world | Central Standard Time (CT).
Global SIGs | Shared Intertest Groups on Change Management, Education, Health and others.
IABC On Demand | 200+ courses and masterclasses from around the world.

Did you know? Many IABC events in US and other timezones are recorded and available on IABC On Demand.

Just search the event title in the catalogue.

PSA member rates: If you are an IABC NSW member, you can also join Professional Speaker's Australia (PSA) events at their member rates. Email contact@iabcnsw.com for the code

2025 Events

We're currently planning our 2025 events, with topics including AI and robotics, Crisis communications, Federal Election communication, Regulatory change and what it means for comms, Public speaking, New comms research, Monthly talking point sessions for members and, of course, IABC APAC Fusion 2025 Conference in Manila!

2024 Past Events

21 Nov | PSA NSW/ACT | The power of you & the energy you bring to the stage | 6:30PM AEDT

14 Nov | IABC EMENA | The long game for communication leaders | Online: AEST 11am

14 Nov | PSA National | Virtual keynote speaking mastery | Online: AEST 9am

14 Nov | IABC NSW | Gala: The Future is Bright for Comms | Sydney: AEST from 5pm

18 September | IABC NSW | Play out a crisis: Decision making under pressure | Sydney

10 - 13 September | Squarely accessible | Accessible content creation classes | Virtual CAD & AEST

11 - 12 September | IABC QLD | Accessibility Masterclasses | Virtual

3 September | IABC NSW | Be Learning: Persuasion & Influence | Virtual

28 August | IABC NSW | Hunter & Coastal local catch up | Newcastle

15 August - Design Thinking Through Design Doing (in-person )

6 June | IABC NSW | Navigating the Year Ahead for Professional Communicators | Hybrid

5-6 June | IABC QLD | The Social Media and Website Content Accessibility Class | Virtual

13 June | IABC QLD | Lift your comms game with Virtual Reality| In-person

17 June | IABC VIC | Cognitive Biases in Communication: To Stay, Slay or Silence | Virtual

18 June | IABC APAC | T alking Point Discussion: Dealing with Issues and Crisis | Virtual

23-26 June 2024 | IABC World Conference | Chicago

20 March - The Future of Communications Measurement

22 February - Sydney Networking Drinks

2023 Past Events

12 December - Holiday Drinks
12 December - Annual General Meeting
9 November - The Power of Visual Communication
20 September - Gold Quill Showcase: Hear From Our 2023 Winners
4-5 September - IABC Asia Pacific Fusion Conference
30 August - IABC NSW Hunter & Coastal Group presents APRA-AMCOS on Music Licensing
16 August - Leveraging the Power of LinkedIn
19 July - Strategic Comms in the age of increased Noise (brought to you by IABC Vic)
8 June - Leveraging AI in Communications
4 – 7 June - IABC World Conference, Vancouver
17 May - In Conversation: Communicating During a Crisis
17 May - The Influential Communication Leader full day workshop, brought to you by the Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence and Artis Advisory
12 May - Federal budget, cost of living & energy crisis impact on your audiences (brought to you by IABC Canberra)
27 April - Networking Drinks
21 March - The State of Play for Communicators