Taking place in London from 22 – 24 May 2017, Going Global 2017 is set to attract an anticipated 1200 delegates from more than 80 countries - including university and college leaders, government ministers and education policy makers. The conference is a unique forum to debate issues surrounding global higher and further education.

We are looking for innovative, thought-provoking speaker proposals that support the conference theme - Global cities: connecting talent, driving change.

Cities are at the beating heart of innovation and universities and colleges are today’s global connectors between the world’s fast-evolving knowledge economies.

Going Global 2017 will explore how institutions can support city-regional economies and social and civic engagement internationally, connecting the world's cities to global talent, and addressing global challenges. We will look at this through four lenses:

• research and innovation
• talent development and flows
• societies and communities
• leadership

You could either propose to speak in a session as a presenter, panellist or chair, or alternatively you may prefer to present a poster, which will be displayed at the conference.

Perhaps you want to present new research or lead a debate? Share examples of effective practice or propose new solutions to industry challenges? As a presenter, you can raise awareness of issues that are close to your heart and explore ways the education community can work together.

Submit your proposal now: The deadline for proposals is Monday 3 October 2016.

Find out more and apply on our website.