On August 19th – 21st 2026, leaders, practitioners, and advocates from across Australia will gather in Adelaide for a national conversation that matters.
The Safe. Seen. Strong. Conference is more than an event, it is a deliberate step toward shaping communities where safeguarding is not simply a requirement, but a lived reality.
The conference will bring together those who carry responsibility for safeguarding across churches, agencies, and organisations associated with the church, people committed to strengthening governance, deepening practice, and transforming culture.
Why this conference matters
Across Australia, organisations connected to the life of Churches continue to navigate the ongoing work of safeguarding reform, cultural change, and institutional accountability.
This conference creates space to:
- learn from leading voices in safeguarding, law, theology, and practice
- engage honestly with the challenges we face
- share wisdom across denominations and sectors
- and strengthen our collective capacity to lead safe communities into the future
Who should be part of this?
This conference is designed for those who carry leadership, responsibility, or deep interest in safeguarding, including:
- Church and denominational leaders and board members
- Safeguarding and professional standards personnel
- Ministry leaders and chaplains
- Researchers, policy leaders, and practitioners
- Anyone committed to strengthening safe and healthy communities
Save the Date: August 19–21, 2026, Adelaide, South Australia
More details, including speakers and registration, will be released soon.
Please Email your interest to be updated on registration details as they become available: Register your interest