2023 VATE Leadership Conference

Join together to other experienced and aspiring English department leaders to learn, grapple with and discuss the opportunities for empowering students through their learning in the English classroom. At the annual VATE Leadership Conference, hear from a range of presenters as they explore the ways in which they’re leading departments, supporting colleagues and inspiring students to embrace change, lean into challenges and find their voice in English.

COVIDSafe

VATE prioritises the health and safety of our staff, members and the wider education community. It is a requirement of all in-person events that VATE staff and event delegates follow directions issued by Victoria’s Chief Health Officer, COVID government requirements and recommendations, and venue safe practices. VATE will endeavour to provide delegates with current COVID information, however, this is subject to change at any time without notice. Please visit the following websites for further information: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus and https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be emailed to events@vate.org.au. Cancellations received by 12pm five working days prior to the event date will be charged a 15% cancellation fee. Cancellations received after this will receive NO REFUND. Registrations can, however, be transferred to another staff member. Please email events@vate.org.au the details. If you do not attend and have not notified VATE according to the above policy, you will receive no refund.  Please note: If this event is cancelled due to COVID government or venue restrictions, you will receive a full refund.

Catering and special diets (in-person events only)

Coeliac, vegan and other special diets (medical related) can be requested. Please email your special diet request to events@vate.org.au at least seven working days prior to the event. Please note: Approximately 50% of the catering will be vegetarian. You do not need to request this.