Ka Mua, Ka Muri

"Ka mua, ka muri", is derived from a whakatauki many will know that means “to walk backwards into the future.” It suggests time exists on a continuum where our past, present, and future co-exist and are inherently linked by ancestry and action.

Working to imbed some of the significant and meaningful changes currently happening in education, we must look to our histories, learning from those who have gone before us as we forge new paths, building links to indigenous knowledge systems, culture, and identity.

Alongside keynote presenters, who will challenge and encourage teachers and practitioners, will be presenters who are leading the way sharing inspiring classroom activities and innovative approaches to take away and share with your colleagues.

The world of art is constantly evolving. This constant change demands resilience and continual up-skilling. Conference provides an opportunity to create, with practical workshops throughout the three-day programme.

There will be focus groups targeted to areas of interest and need, allowing those who are leading to connect with those who wish to build a support network.

Vendors and institutions will be onsite, showcasing products and providing resources to support and inspire.

ANZAAE Conference is three days of immersive, collegial sharing of ideas and building of skills for Visual Arts practitioners and educators in early childhood, primary, secondary, and tertiary sectors.  Conference delegates will have plenty to do, see and talk about when they leave, with new skills, strategies, ideas and a stronger sense of identity, community, and connection.  We hope to see you there!