Thursday 26 – Saturday 28 June 2025
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – Business, Zentralstrasse 9, 6002 Lucerne
We are thrilled to announce the SIETAR Switzerland 2025 Conference, focusing on the theme of Intercultural Leadership. This prestigious event will be held for the first time in the stunning city of Lucerne, Switzerland, from 26 to 28 June 2025. This will be an inspiring and impactful gathering of experts and practitioners from around the world!
The Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research (SIETAR) Switzerland warmly invites all professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts interested in intercultural leadership and related fields to join us for this exciting opportunity to exchange ideas, learn from top experts, and expand your professional network.
Highlights include a welcome address by the dean of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – School of Business, Prof. Dr Christine Böckelmann, keynote speeches from Assoc. Prof. Dr Katharina Addington-Lefringhausen, Dr Milton Bennett, and Prof. Dr Ida Castiglioni, as well as dedicated tracks on intercultural leadership and refugee support initiatives featuring special guests Prof. Dr Gianni D’Amato and Prof. Dr Eric Davoine.
Program
A PDF version of this program will be available soon. In the meantime, use the links below to explore more information about the Conference.
Registration
Early-bird registration has just been extended!
Now available until 15 April 2025.
Refunds are possible until 15 April 2025. After that date, if you are unable to attend the conference, you can transfer your registration to a colleague. Inform us of the new name and contact details.
Prices
Early-Bird prices have been extended until 15 April 2025:
- Early-Bird SIETAR Switzerland Member CHF 195
- Early-Bird Member Other SIETAR CHF 295
- Early-Bird Non-Member CHF 395
- Early-Bird Student CHF 95
- Guest pack (apéro + dinner) CHF 95
- Confirmed Presenters and Poster Presenters: Your conference fee will be waived as a thank you for your contribution. Please still register.
Prices if registering from 16 April 2025:
- Non Early SIETAR Switzerland Member CHF 295
- Non Early Member Other SIETAR CHF 395
- Non Early Non-Member CHF 495
- Guest pack (apéro + dinner) CHF 145
Hotels
There are several accommodation options within a short distance from the conference venue. See this map for our recommended hotels, some of which offer significant discounts – click on the hotel name for further details: SIETAR Conference Hotels – Google My Maps
Academic Lead Institutions and Scientific Committee
Prof. Dr Eugenia Arvanitis, University of Patras, Greece, Editor of The Swiss Journal of Intercultural Training and Research
Prof. Jillaine Farrar, Associate Editor of The Swiss Journal of Intercultural Training and Research and Co-President SIETAR Switzerland
Editorial Review Board, The Swiss Journal of Intercultural Training and Research
Gundhild A. Hoenig, Co-President SIETAR Switzerland
SIETAR Switzerland Board
Sponsors
Sponsorship Opportunities
Would you like to support our conference and gain visibility within the intercultural community? We invite potential sponsors to connect with us at president@sietar.ch and welcome@sietar.ch
Sponsors will receive special acknowledgment on our social media channels and during the event. Depending on the sponsorship level, fee-waived admission to the conference may be arranged for you and a guest.