IH Directors' Conference 2025
Details about the 2025 IH Directors' Conference.
Read MoreJoin us in Palermo, Sicily, from 5th - 6th May 2025 for our annual IH Study Abroad Event!
We are excited to welcome both local and international agents to this conference, which serves as a global platform to connect with decision-makers from IH schools. It's the perfect environment to foster collaboration and partnerships and explore thousands of courses across various disciplines, ensuring you stay ahead in the competitive study abroad landscape.
Meet all your students' needs in a single, dynamic workshop.
At this year's conference, agents will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of study abroad programmes offered by IH schools. Our schools provide excellence in language education in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish, with centres located across Europe, South America, Asia and Oceania.
Delegates will enjoy insightful presentations by industry experts, face-to-face meetings with IH schools, and invaluable networking opportunities.
Date: May 6th, 2025
Location: The Grand Hotel et Des Palmes, Palermo, Sicily.
Monday 5th May
16.00 - 19.00 Palermo City Walking Tour
19.30 - 22.00 Welcome Aperitivo at City Sea Palermo
22.00 Return to hotels (on foot)
Tuesday 6th May
Full-day conference with industry speakers and meetings with IH schools.
19.30 Dinner on the panoramic terrace of La Rinascente at Restaurant Obicà
Wednesday 7th May
Optional FAM trip to Catania organised by International House Catania
FAM Trip Itinerary – Catania
07:00 – Departure from Palermo
09:00 – Arrival at the school in Catania and welcome breakfast featuring local specialties
09:30–10:00 – Walking tour of Catania, including a visit to the Opera House and/or the Benedictine Monastery
13:00 – Light lunch at Pescheria (Catania’s historic fish market)
14:30 – Departure to Mount Etna
15:30–16:00 – Hiking on Monti Sartorius (Mount Etna)
18:00 – Open-air aperitivo at Monti Sartorius with a stunning sunset view
19:30 – Return bus to Catania
Agents will book their own accommodation in Catania and can depart from Catania Airport the following day. All other expenses during the trip will be sponsored by IH Catania.
For agents wishing to take a flight on the same day, it is possible to leave the group after lunch.
Enjoy high-level networking as you spend the day with key decision-makers at IH schools. Our event seamlessly blends business, learning and enjoyment, providing a fantastic experience in the beautiful city of Palermo, Sicily.
IH Schools Participating
At the IH World Agents Event 2025, you'll have the chance to meet representatives from the following IH schools:
Join IH World Study Abroad Event 2025 for an unforgettable blend of business, learning, and cultural exploration. We look forward to welcoming you to Palermo, Sicily, on 5th-6th May 2025.
For any inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].