Groningen Declaration Network Newsletter, Vol. II/ii, Jan 2017  
Melbourne, Australia
Register now for GDN 2017, Down Under
GDN's Sixth Annual Meeting in Melbourne, 26-28 Apr 2017

Early Bird Rate expires 3 February. Register now!

Extending Engagement is the theme for the 2017 Groningen Declaration Annual Meeting which will be held at the University of Melbourne (one of Australia's oldest universities) from 26 to 28 April.

In line with previous Groningen Declaration Annual Meetings, participation is by invitation.

One departure from GDN tradition: A modest registration fee. As the GDN continues to grow and reflect on its financial sustainability, the Executive Committee determined to institute registration fees in 2017. There was much consideration put to the fee structure; the fees were widely benchmarked and set at a considerable discount when compared to established organizations.

There will be dinner events on Wednesday and Thursday, 26-27 April (inclusive of the registration fee), and the day program is fully catered. Please also bear in mind that the prices listed are in Australian dollars, and the exchange rate will make a difference at your end.

On every count, the committee intends on making it well worth your while to make the journey!

Melbourne, Australia

This year's meeting again promises to be a stimulating event, featuring thought-provoking keynote addresses, workshops, case studies and roundtable discussions along with ample time for networking and connecting with colleagues. The following keynote speakers have already confirmed their particpation. (Stay tuned for additional announcements!)

  • Adrienne Fricke, Senior Fellow, Harvard Humanitarian Initiative and Coordinator, Article 26 Backpack
  • Valère Meus, Coordinator, Erasmus without Paper
  • Peter Wells, Chief of Section for Higher Education, UNESCO

Prospective Signatories, expected to sign in Melbourne