About EDC
Education and Development Conference [EDC] was established in 2006, as a platform for global stakeholders from academic, professional and governmental realms to network, share knowledge and experiences related to educational development, technology education, teaching and learning techniques and innovations in educational systems across the world.  EDC offers a unique, culturally and professionally diverse environment, carefully designed to foster personal and professional growth. 
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This international conference on education is open to any and all gender, religion, race and beliefs as our diversity in perspective is what helps broaden our knowledge, understanding and actions on the subject at hand. ​
Why attend EDC?
1. Established Track Record: EDC has been running continuously since 2006, which proves a level of experience and organization in conducting academic conferences that successfully attracted participants and maintained interest over time.
2. Peer Review Process: EDC follows a peer review process for the selection of papers and presentations. This process involves independent experts reviewing and evaluating the quality, relevance, and originality of submitted papers. ​
3. Diverse Range of Topics: EDC covers a wide range of topics, including education, technology, social sciences, and more. A broad scope attracts researchers and professionals from different disciplines, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and exchange of ideas.​
4. International Participation: EDC attracts participants from around the world, which confirms its global appeal and recognition. International participation enhances the diversity of perspectives and promotes networking opportunities.
5. Publication Opportunities: EDC offers publication opportunities for selected papers. Members of our international reviewing board consist of internationally renown scholars, distinguished experts in their respective fields of research.
Our participants:
EDC consists of two main components:
Inside the Room [Learning]:

• Experiential and dynamic learning
• Expansion of beliefs and perceptions 
• Case study reviews
• Implemented working programs​
• Themed panel discussions​
Outside the Room [Networking]:

​At EDC, we believe in the experience of life, that one learns and is more active when engaging with others and the world in which they are in.

We help cultivate and encourage connections, discussions and networking with the other attendees to have deeper conversations while connecting on lifelong levels. ​
We also believe in service and giving back. That is why at every conference we find a local business or local non-profit organizations to support and uplift while we are in country. ​For over ten years, Tomorrow People Organization has been supporting education of children from kindergarten to university levels from the Bangkok slums, in collaboration with Duang Prateep Foundation Thailand.
Key benefits for attendees:
Step out of your daily routine and experience another world. We believe that only when we expand our comfort zones do we truly learn and grow. EDC offers an opportunity to meet people you would normally not meet and spend 3 days with; An opportunity to hear stories you might otherwise not hear; And, being away from the noise of your daily life, you are given a rare and precious opportunity to reflect on what you have already learned on your journey.

EDC2024 offers knowledge, inspiration and opportunities. We promise:

  • Multicultural environment: We typically host delegates from 40+ countries, each one carefully selected to ensure that diversity of cultures, thoughts and perspectives are represented at the conference. We believe in sharing information and learning from each other and we believe that the ability to understand different cultures and perspectives is what the true education should be.
  • Inspiring speakers and dynamic panel discussions: We believe that every story matters. Therefore, we give equal opportunities to carefully selected speakers from across the world to present their research, share their experience and tell their stories. We also invite all delegates to take part in themed discussions on global issues.
  • Professional diversity: We host global stakeholders from academic, corporate, governmental and non for profit realms. This diversity of perspectives provides an opportunity to learn and understand how we can create sustainable solutions that will work for all.
  • All ages and genders: We believe we can all learn from each other and that every experience and perspective matters. We are proud to host at EDC both young professionals and graduate students as well as distinguished scholars and  leaders in their fields.
  • Meaningful and lasting connections: Dynamic program, intimate groups and numerous networking opportunities guarantee new connections and friendships established at EDC, with other distinguished delegates from across the world.
  • Safe, fun and vibrant location: Safety and well being of our delegates is our first priority. We make sure to choose not only some of the safest places on Earth but some of the most inspiring and exciting as well.
Who should attend EDC?
19th Annual Education and Development Conference [EDC2024] welcomes all those interested and working in the areas covered by the conference themes. More specifically, it targets: 
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Scholars: Present your research and share knowledge with others; Connect with colleagues and professionals working in the fields of educational development, teaching and learning, technology education and more; Find ideas and potential collaborators for future research. 

Policy makers: Learn from leading experts on issues related to educational technology and best practices in educational systems around the world. Connect with colleagues from across the globe, exchange ideas and experience. 

Professionals: Share your experience, meet colleagues and network with international community of professionals in the field of education and development.

NGOs: Raise awareness of your work, learn, share and connect with global stakeholders, possible donors and colleagues from around the world.

Graduate students: Meet your colleagues, make new friends, improve your communication skills and knowledge on the subject at hand; Get valuable feedback on your research from international audience of leading scholars and professionals.

Others: Individuals who want to contribute by making a positive change, gaining new knowledge, skills, making new friends and become more useful to their own communities.
​Reflecting on past conferences, we are proud to learn that numerous projects have been developed and implemented as a result of knowledge, inspiration and contacts gained at EDC. It makes us even more proud to learn of many international collaborations and friendships that started at the EDC as it is at the core of who we are. 
​May our journey together successfully continue!

We look forward to welcoming you to our global EDC community of educators, professionals and policy makers.