5TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON GLOBAL & EMERGING TRENDS

ICGET2026

Exploring Interdisciplinary Innovations: People, Technology & Communities

October 14-16, 2026
Victoria University of Wellington
New Zealand

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About ICGET2026

ICGET2026 is the 5th session in the multidisciplinary International Conference on Global & Emerging Trends (ICGET) series. The conference brings together researchers, educators, students, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and sustainability on education and society. The multidisciplinary conference serves as a global platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, innovation, and collaboration across emerging technological and social trends. To be hosted by Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, ICGET2026 continues its tradition of fostering meaningful conversations, networks, and research mentorship, and supporting the growth of researcher across continents and disciplines.

Conference Sub-themes

Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

Research on AI, machine learning, data analytics, automation, and intelligent systems across sectors including education, health, business, and public services.

Education, Learning, and Human Development

Innovations in teaching, learning technologies, vocational education, lifelong learning, and human development in the age of artificial intelligence.

Social Sciences, Humanities, and Policy

Research on society, culture, ethics, governance, communication, economics, and public policy in response to technological and global transformations.

Engineering, Technology, & Smart Systems

Advances in engineering, robotics, smart infrastructure, Internet of Things, and technology-driven solutions for sustainable and intelligent societies.

Health, Medicine, and Life Sciences.

Applications of emerging technologies in healthcare, medical innovation, biotechnology, public health, and life sciences for improved human well-being.

Sustainability, Environment, and Future Industries

Studies on sustainable development, climate action, green technologies, circular economies, and emerging industries shaping the future of work and society.

Doctoral Consortium

A flagship event of the ICGET series, targeted at current or intending research scholars. A forum for upcoming and established researchers to connect for mentorship and research collaborations. Participating research scholars receive live feedback on on-going projects from senior scholars

Hands-on Workshops

Expert-facilitated hands-on workshops with tangible output. Live (face2face/online) sessions during ICGET sessions.

Expert Talks

Keynotes, plenaries, demos and special presentations on global trends

Publications

Opportunities for publications in conference proceedings and indexed and non-indexed books and journals.  

Panel Discussions

Panels addressing key issues on the theme and technological advancements.