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Invitation to host the 20th EPEA Training Conference 2027

Every 2 years, the EPEA holds its International Conference in a different European country

so that members and non-members can come together to explore topical issues; experience new approaches and innovations, and highlight good practice in the field of prison education.

The EPEA Steering Committee is beginning to plan for the 20th International EPEA Training Conference to be held in 2027, and is inviting organisations, agencies or institutions interested in hosting this conference to contact us.

The benefits of hosting the conference are many. In addition to enhancing the international reputation of the host organisation, it provides an opportunity to showcase new developments and innovations, to forge international links, and to help shape the future development of prison education across Europe and beyond.

If you are considering hosting the next conference and would like more information, please contact the EPEA Chairperson, Thomas Wüthrich. He will explain what is involved in hosting an EPEA conference and provide guidelines on how to make a successful conference bid.

What’s next?
  • If you are interested in hosting the next conference, please contact Chairperson Thomas Wüthrich at chair@epea.org for further information. Or if you prefer, you can also ask him for a video call.
  • Submit a formal bid by June 30th, 2026, according to the guidelines and additional documents published below, and any additional information provided by the Chairperson.
  • The new elected EPEA Steering Committee in June will then reach a decision on the successful applicant and will contact shortlisted applicants for a more detailed discussion.

March 25th, 2026

The Steering Committee

Hosting Guidelines
Model of the programme & services
Event Management Tasks