AFEA Congress Reinforces its Commitment to the UN Global Compact with 2025 CoP Report

29 Aug 2025

AFEA Congress is proud to announce the successful submission of its 2025 Communication on Progress (CoP) Report to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), continuing a journey of accountability, responsibility and sustainability that began in 2017. This year’s report underlines our steadfast dedication to the Ten Principles of the UNGC in the areas of Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-Corruption, while highlighting new initiatives and strengthened practices that reflect our evolving role in the global meetings industry.

At AFEA Congress, we view Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability not as parallel goals, but as an integral part of our operations and strategic direction. The 2025 CoP Report demonstrates how we have expanded our approach over the past year – enhancing sustainable event solutions, reducing environmental impact and fostering ethical and inclusive practices within our team and our partnerships.

The meetings and events industry is uniquely positioned to influence change, bringing together people, ideas and innovation across borders. By embedding sustainable practices into our daily work and projects, we aim to create long-term value not only for our clients and partners but also for society at large. Through transparency in reporting and action, AFEA Congress continues to set an example of how purpose-driven business can drive resilience and industry leadership.

We invite you to explore our latest Sustainability Report, which outlines in detail the steps we are taking to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while staying true to our mission of shaping a more responsible and forward-thinking meetings industry.

Our commitment is clear: to remain accountable, to innovate responsibly and to lead with integrity as we build a sustainable future together.

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IAPCO EDGE Auckland 2026

IAPCO EDGE Auckland 2026, taking place from 16–19 March 2026, marks 10 years of IAPCO EDGE and returns to the city where the EDGE journey began.

This highly interactive three-day seminar is designed for meetings and events professionals seeking to strengthen their skills, broaden their perspectives, and grow their global networks.

Combining expert-led sessions, case studies and collaborative group work, the programme focuses on practical tools, current trends and actionable insights. The seminar faculty comprises world-leading industry professionals and long-standing leaders within IAPCO: Stephen Noble, Chair of the IAPCO Training Academy and General Manager Asia Pacific, The Conference Company; Mathias Posch, IAPCO Past President, Chair of the Accreditation Committee, and President & Partner, International Conference Services (ICS); and Jan Tonkin, IAPCO Past President and Founder & Advisor, The Conference Company.

More than a seminar, EDGE is about connection, teamwork and shared experience—delivered with the distinctive manaakitanga (warmth and hospitality) that makes Auckland and New Zealand unique.

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