WINHEC AGM and WIREC Conference 2026: Reaffirming Indigenous Education
Join us in Treaty Six Territory, for the World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium (WINHEC) Conference 2026. This vital gathering is dedicated to recognizing and reaffirming the educational rights of all Indigenous peoples globally. We invite you to engage in collaborative discussions, share groundbreaking research, and strengthen the future of Indigenous higher education. Your participation is key to our collective journey.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
WIREC – World Indigenous Research Education Conference
A triennial event inviting Indigenous Scholars to share their work to advance our Knowledges, Languages, Identities, Priorities, Aspirations, Histories.
THEME: Learning for Life
- Learning from Ancestors
- Learning to Live
- Life long Learning
- Learning is Life
SUB-THEMES: Life is / Learning From
- Earth/ Land
- Air/ Wind
- Fire/ Light
- Water/ Birth
How does your work/ research address the theme and one or more of the subthemes?
LOCATION: UnBQ in Treaty Six Territory (Alberta, Canada)
Our Mission at WINHEC
The World Indigenous Nations Higher Education Consortium (WINHEC) is driven by a profound commitment to Indigenous educational sovereignty. Our conference at UnBQ, is more than an event; it's a testament to our ongoing dedication to recognizing and reaffirming the educational rights of all Indigenous peoples. We foster an environment of intellectual growth, cultural preservation, and global Indigenous collaboration, ensuring that every voice contributes to a brighter future in higher education.