Legacy

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July 15, 2026When the hosts start writing the rules ...James Lancaster asks what lessons international bodies can learn from the FIFA World Cup 2026Read More

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February 12, 2026England's convention bureau uses brain power to attract more international meetingsEngland's convention bureau has launched a scheme to harness the brain power of the country's brightest minds and attract more international meetings.

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February 11, 2026Brisbane venue launches life sciences bursaryThe Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) and Life Sciences Queensland (LSQ) have launched a bursary to support future bio innovation leaders and boost Queensland's life sciences ecosystem.

Conferli Subvention Guide

January 21, 2026Subvention guide launched to give associations clarity around destination supportConferli launches two new tools to help associations understand and compare destination support for conferences, focusing on transparency and decision-making.

Dignitaries sign the Borneo Legacy Declaration

December 24, 2025New alliance will drive Sarawak’s legacy strategySarawak bolstered its reputation as a host of purpose-driven conferences by adopting the Borneo Legacy Declaration and launching the Business Events Sarawak Alliance (BESA).

Worldspan scoop PMI award

November 24, 2025Conference organiser helps almost 7,000 refugees towards workWorldspan, the UK-based professional conference organiser, has won a top social impact award for a project that has helped almost 7,000 refugees towards employment.

IBTM Forum 2025

November 18, 2025World's event leaders support campaign to gain recognition for eventsSenior event leaders from over 20 countries are supporting a campaign for worldwide recognition of the events industry's role in job creation, education, and innovation, discussed at the IBTM World Forum for Advocacy in Barcelona.

WONCA wins 2025 ICCA BestCities Incredible Impact Award

November 16, 2025Rural doctors conference scoops $20,000 impact prizeAn association whose conference led to a string of initiatives to improve healthcare in remote areas has won the BestCities/ICCA Incredible Impacts Award.

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September 25, 2025Subvention: 'Cities aren't offering what associations want'Destinations have long offered financial incentives to attract conferences, but a mismatch has developed between the kind of subventions cities are offering and what associations really want.

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September 8, 2025Ministers hope congress will help transform Malaysia's food systemGovernment ministers in Malaysia hope an international conference being held in the country for the first time next month will help it transition to a more sustainable production system.

Autism-Europe aims to set new benchmark in accessibility

September 2, 2025Autism association wins $5,000 seed grant as Incredible Impact finalists revealed Autism-Europe, an international association championing the rights of autistic people and their families, has been handed $5,000 to help make their next congress more accessible. Show More