35th Elets World Education Summit Set for January 2026 in Dubai

A new chapter in global education leadership is about to unfold. The 35th Elets World Education Summit (WES) is officially set to take place in January 2026 in Dubai, a city that symbolises bold innovation, multicultural synergy, and future-forward thinking.

With the theme “Reimagine Education for a Sustainable, Inclusive, and Tech-Enabled Future”, the 35th edition will bring together the world's most influential education leaders, government decision-makers, policy shapers, edtech disruptors, investors, and global institutions to shape the next era of learning.

Education leaders and innovators from around the world will come together to have meaningful conversations, showcase new technologies, and build lasting partnerships.

A Grand Confluence of Top Education Leaders: Key Highlights

Expect an unmatched confluence of 350+ global delegates, 200+ institutions, 100+ influential speakers, and 25+ exhibitors, all converging to co-create a future where education is more inclusive, sustainable, and digitally empowered.

With dual tracks on School and Higher Education, and a specially curated EdTech Innovation Hub, WES 2026 will empower change agents from every corner of the education value chain. From pioneering educators to edtech leaders, government stakeholders to investors, this summit will bring forth fresh ideas, bold collaboration, and impactful partnerships.

What to Expect at WES 2026

• School Education Track: Explore new-age learning models, digital pedagogy, and world-class school strategies through curated keynotes, panels, and showcases.
• Higher Education Track: Delve into future-ready curriculum, AI-led governance, global university partnerships, and innovation in lifelong learning.
• EdTech Innovation Hub: Witness the future in motion with dynamic demos, pitch sessions, and showcases from emerging and established edtech players.

A Summit That Delivers Tangible Value for Every Stakeholder

The Elets World Education Summit is committed to nurturing inclusion, relevance, and real-world impact in education.. This platform is built on a shared vision: to bring together every voice that shapes the learning ecosystem, from policy-makers to practitioners, from innovators to changemakers.

WES 2026 in Dubai offers:

• Government leaders: A platform to exchange reform ideas, build alliances, and shape forward-thinking education policies.
• Educational institutions:An opportunity to showcase achievements, connect globally, and adopt best practices that elevate their impact.
• EdTech startups: Visibility to validate innovations and attract investment to scale transformative solutions.
• Investors:Access to disruptive education models and future-ready technologies revolutionizing learning outcomes.
• Educators & thought leaders: A welcoming space to share insights, inspire dialogue, and drive meaningful global change.

The 35th Elets World Education Summit in Dubai is thoughtfully built to deliver real, tangible value to every participant who shares the passion for reimagining education and building a better future for learners everywhere.

Celebrating Excellence Across the Education Spectrum: The World Education Awards 2026

As part of the 35th Elets World Education Summit 2026 in Dubai, the prestigious World Education Awards will honour outstanding contributions that are transforming education worldwide. This landmark event will present 100 awards across 7 distinct categories, reflecting the depth and diversity of the global education ecosystem.

The awards spotlight phenomenal individuals and institutions spanning K-12, higher education, vocational training, policy-making, EdTech, inclusive education, and more. Participation is by invitation only, with shortlisted nominees invited to submit detailed entries for final evaluation.

We've Done It Before. We're Doing It Again — Bigger and Bolder.

From its inception in 2011, WES has emerged as a global education innovation platform, a convergence of educators, policy-makers, edtech entrepreneurs, institutional leaders, and government stakeholders who are united in one mission: to future-proof education for the next generation of learners.

With 34 editions behind it, WES has connected:

• 7500+ Higher Ed Institutions
• 11,000+ Schools
• 3,000+ Global Speakers
• 5,000+ EdTech & Corporate Leaders
• 2,000+ Partners & Sponsors
• 1,100+ Government Representatives

Organised by Elets Technomedia, with a 22+ year legacy in curating impact-driven platforms across education, governance, health, and BFSI.

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