We are excited to announce the SA Philosophy in Education Conference for 2027! For the first time in SA, this conference will bring together educators and philosophers from across the educational continuum (K–University) to share pedagogical and curricular practices, participate in philosophical dialogues, learn about historical and emerging topics in philosophy, and form a community.
Where: Adelaide Botanic High School, Frome St., Adelaide 5000
When: Term 2, Saturday the 8th of May, 2027
Keynote address: Dr. Phil Cam
Dr. Philip Cam is an Honorary Associate Professor in the School of Humanities and Languages at the University of New South Wales, in Sydney, Australia, where he was previously a member of the academic staff. Originally from Adelaide, He has a DPhil in Philosophy from the University of Oxford and is an international authority on philosophy in schools. He has run workshops for educators in many countries and, aside from his academic publications, has written numerous books for teachers and children. Listen to an interview with Phil here.
We are inviting expressions of interest in participating in this conference! Please fill out this form, so we can keep you updated and answer any questions you may have.
We are also calling for proposals for conference sessions.
Please submit your proposal here, by March 1st, 2027.
The Federation of Asia-Pacific Philosophy in Schools Associations represents practitioners of P4C across the region. We meet biennially to reflect on our practice together. In 2027, SAPEA will host the annual conference retreat at JISA Sevenhill in the Clare Valley, SA. Arrive on Friday evening to share 3 nights and 2 days of reflective practice with colleagues. There are also day only options and 1-day options available. All meals included. Registration is open on Eventbrite. See further details on the FAPSA Conference page.
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Where: Adelaide Botanic High School, Frome St., Adelaide 5000 When: Term 2, Saturday the 8th of May, 2027 Keynote address: Dr. Phil Cam Dr. Philip Cam is an Honorary Associate […]
The Federation of Asia-Pacific Philosophy in Schools Associations represents practitioners of P4C across the region. We meet biennially to reflect on our practice together. In 2027, SAPEA will host the annual […]