Today we are excited to share major updates about ISSA Conference2026.
From registration details to our Call for Contributions, all the information you need to join us in Lisbon, Portugal (21–23 October2026) is now live on the conference website.
This landmark gathering will bring together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, civil society leaders, and advocates from across the globe toexplore how we can build stronger and integrated early childhood systems that place every child’s wellbeing at the centre.
PLEASE NOTE: For this year’s conference, in-person capacity is limited,so please be sure to reserve your ticket early. Online tickets are alsoavailable.
Why join ISSA Conference 2026?
Over two days, from October 22-23, we will come together to learn, collaborate, and shape solutions that strengthen early childhood systemsacross sectors. We are also planning pre-conference events on October 21st,which we will announce later.
This year’s conference will introduce dynamic, highly interactive formats, including:
· Integration labs and policy–practice hackathons
· Experience-based dialogues and collaborative sessions
· Opportunities to co-create practical, actionable solutions that extend beyond the conference itself.
Together, participants will explore how governance, financing, andrelationships across sectors—such as health, education, social protection, andfamily support— horizontally and vertically in the early childhood system canwork in better coordination to support young children and their families.
📣 What’s new today
Starting today, you can now explore:
✔ Registration information (including early bird rates)
✔ The Call for Contributions — share your work and contribute to shaping the program
✔ Key conference dates and deadlines
✔ Practical information to help you plan your journey to Lisbon
📅 Important dates
· Call for Contributions opens: 10 March 2026
· Submission deadline: 10 April2026
· Early Bird registration available until: 31 July 2026
🔗 Explore the conference website
Visit the website to discover everything you need to participate, contribute, and share this opportunity with your networks.
👉 https://issa.nl/issa-conference-2026/home
We warmly invite you to join us in Lisbon—and help shape stronger, more coordinated early childhood systems for every child.
Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues and partners who may wish to attend or contribute.
We look forward to seeing you there!
