The International Conference on Adult Education is an influencial event for conversations on adult education, its definitions, policies and guidelines. It occurs every 12 years. In 2017 CONFINTEA will have a midterm review at the UNESCO Institute for Life Long Learning. The International Council of Adult Education intends to ensure a civil society presence for the purposes of critical analysis and evaluation. This is also seen as an oppoirtunity to situate adult learning with respect to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Keep a watch out for the progress that is made here: www.icae2.org