NSJLE 2026
- Date: October 30-31, 2026 (Fri-Sat)
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Address: Brunton Ave, Richmond VIC 3002
2026 NSJLE Schedule
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2026 Theme
The theme of the 2026 National Symposium on Japanese Language Education, Empowering Educators, Enriching Education, recognises the essential role teachers play in shaping the future of Japanese language learning in Australia. While the field continues to navigate shifting priorities, increased pressures and changing expectations — both from outside the classroom and within our own professional contexts — empowering educators remains crucial.
This theme highlights the importance of strengthening teacher capability, confidence, and connectedness so educators can continue to provide meaningful and engaging learning experiences for all students. It also acknowledges that the challenges we face are real, but that our collective experience, creativity and resilience continue to guide us forward.
The 7th NSJLE will explore how we can support one another, share practical strategies, and grow together as a professional community. By investing in educators and fostering collaboration, we can enhance classroom practice, deepen student engagement, and work toward a more sustainable future for Japanese language education in Australia. Together, we can navigate challenges with purpose—and enrich the learning journeys of our students.
Symposium Dinner
- Date: October 30, 2026 (Fri)
- Time: 7pm-10:30pm (Venue opens at 6:30pm)
- Venue: Long Room, Melbourne Cricket Ground (120 seats available for symposium delegates) Dress code apply
- Registration Open: April 1, 2026 – October 10, 2026 *Registration will close once the maximum number is reached.
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Stallholders
If you are interested in holding a stall, please contact us on arts-mjlec@monash.edu
Application open: April 1, 2026
Application deadline: June 1, 2026
Enquiries
Monash Japanese Language Education Centre
Phone: 03 9905 9478
Email: arts-mjlec@monash.edu
The National Symposium on Japanese Language Education (NSJLE) is a biennial two-day conference for Japanese language educators at all levels and sectors from all Australian states and territories. It is organised by the Monash Japanese Language Education Centre and The Japan Foundation, Sydney.
NSJLE aims to provide a platform for teachers and stakeholders to discuss issues of national interest and network with their peers from around the country to encourage a stronger national network of Japanese language educators.
This symposium is a direct response to a recommendation in the 2010 report, The Current State of Japanese Language in Australian Schools and to the need for Japanese language educators to engage with important developments in language education policy under way at national and state levels, including the development of the Australian Curriculum – Languages.
NSJLE covers a wide range of topics related to Japanese language education, including sharing best practice, advances in classroom ICT, articulation, the Australian Curriculum and leadership and advocacy.