

The Symposium is a one day, ticketed event designed for leaders and decision makers shaping their organisations approach to child safety.
Why the Symposium matters
When it comes to protecting children from child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA), technology sits at the heart of both the problem and the solution. As digital platforms, AI systems and online services evolve, so do the methods used to facilitate harm to children. This year’s Symposium explores how a modern “safety stack” – spanning technical tools, organisational culture and workforce capability – can prevent, detect and disrupt harm at scale.
Foster cross-section connections
The symposium provides ample opportunities for attendees to connect meaningfully with the public sector, specifically those in government agencies, law enforcement and academia as well as to engage with peers from a broad range of industries including:
Learn through expert-led, real world insights
Through panels, high-impact discussions and real-life case studies, attendees will gain visibility into:
The event operates under the Chatham House Rule, creating an environment for honest and candid dialogue, enabling attendees to share challenges and learnings more openly.
As organisations confront rapidly evolving risks, the Symposium provides a vital forum for problem-solving, knowledge exchange and capacity building.




e.g. law enforcement, government, not-for-profits, and academia.
e.g. financial services, travel, telecommunications, consultants, technology, social media, data providers, etc.






Purchase an early bird ticket to ICMEC Australia's Symposium 2026 before EOFY (30 June 2026) and go into the draw to win a ticket to a Financial Integrity Hub event. This combination of events is ideal for any financial crime professional looking to upskill and network with leaders in the field.
Financial Integrity Hub events bring together senior representatives across the entire financial crime landscape – including regulators, law enforcement,financial services, and academia, both nationally and internationally, to discuss the latest in AML/CTF.
And don't forget you can claim your Symposium ticket on this year's taxes – they can count as a business expense, self-education or professional development depending on your field!
Tickets must be purchased before 30 June 2026 to be eligible. Already bought an early bird ticket? You're already in the draw!

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