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11th APSPA International Conference

APSPA Hanoi Conference, June 2027

School Psychology in the Asia-Pacific: Advancing Wellbeing through Yoga, Inclusion and Educational Excellence

Jointly organised by VNU University of Education, Hanoi, Vietnam, and the Asia Pacific School Psychology Association. Join researchers, school psychologists, educators, counsellors and students on 23–24 June 2027 to exchange research and practices that support healthier, more inclusive schools.

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Abstract submission deadline: 15 March 2027 at 5.00 pm. Time zone to be confirmed by the organisers.

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Dates

23–24 June 2027

Two days of academic and professional exchange.

Venue

Hanoi, Vietnam

VNU University of Education, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

Vision

Healthy minds, inclusive schools

Supporting wellbeing, holistic development and educational excellence.

VNU University of Education

VNU University of Education is a leading Vietnamese institution for teacher education, educational sciences, research and professional development. Established as a university in 2009, it grew from the Faculty of Education founded in 1999.

Its work spans educational management, teacher development, educational technology, assessment and psychology. The Institute for Clinical Research on Society, Psychology, and Education supports research, training and practice in psychology, education and health.

Asia Pacific School Psychology Association

Founded in 2019, APSPA is a professional, non-profit international organisation advancing School Psychology across the Asia-Pacific region. It connects academics, psychologists, educators, counsellors, researchers and students.

The association promotes children's and adolescents' wellbeing, inclusive education, mental health, resilience and culturally responsive practice through training, research and international collaboration.

Conference theme

The conference explores how psychological practice, research and collaboration can respond to the diverse needs of children and adolescents across the Asia-Pacific region.

Yoga and wellbeing

Yoga, mindfulness, positive psychology and mind–body approaches supporting emotional regulation, resilience, concentration and wellbeing.

Inclusion and diversity

Equitable educational opportunities and psychological support across cultural, linguistic, social and ability backgrounds.

Educational excellence

Psychologically informed teaching, learning, counselling, teacher development and school systems.

Asia-Pacific perspectives

Culturally responsive approaches recognising regional educational traditions, community contexts and professional practices.

Major objectives

  • Advance School Psychology as a professional and academic discipline across the Asia-Pacific.
  • Examine psychological, educational and social challenges affecting children and adolescents.
  • Explore yoga, mindfulness and positive psychology in educational settings.
  • Strengthen inclusive education and responses to diversity.
  • Promote school mental health prevention, early intervention and psychosocial support.
  • Examine Artificial Intelligence, technology and digital wellbeing in School Psychology.
  • Share evidence-based assessment, counselling, intervention and psychological services.
  • Strengthen the professional competencies of school psychologists, counsellors and teachers.
  • Encourage collaboration among schools, families, communities, universities and professional organisations.
  • Promote culturally responsive and indigenous perspectives.
  • Facilitate international networking, research collaboration and professional exchange.

Publication and collaboration

Selected scholarly contributions may be considered for APSPA/InSPA academic publications, subject to editorial requirements and peer review. The conference also seeks to develop partnerships for research, training, publications and professional exchange.

Keynote speakers

Prof. David Evans

Australia

Professor of Special and Inclusive Education, The University of Sydney. His work focuses on inclusive education, special educational needs, teacher development and Universal Design for Learning.

Prof. Michiko Ishikawa

Japan

Psychology scholar and educator with experience in school teaching and university education. Her work includes bullying prevention and editorial contributions to the International Journal of Asia Pacific School Psychology.

Prof. V. S. R. Vijayakumar

India

Senior academic in organisational behaviour and management, with a doctorate in Psychology from the University of Madras. His research interests include managerial psychology, organisational culture and management styles.

Additional keynote speakers from Vietnam will be announced.

Presentation and submission

Oral paper presentation

15 minutes per presentation, within 90-minute sessions of up to five presenters. Contributions may cover theory, research, programmes, professional practice, experiences or policy relevant to the theme.

Poster presentation

Printed posters and digital formats where applicable. Sessions normally last 60 minutes; presenters should remain with their posters for discussion. Accepted posters receive an assigned board number, date and time.

Symposium

90 minutes, with a Chair/Discussant and up to five presenters. Proposals require a title of up to 150 characters, an integrative statement of up to 250 words, chair details and affiliation, and 3–5 keywords. Include a title (up to 150 characters) and abstract (up to 250 words) for each presentation.

Workshop

Normally 60 minutes, with clear learning objectives, methodology and expected outcomes. Topics include counselling, inclusive education, yoga and wellbeing, assessment, teacher development, digital wellbeing and AI.

Innovation and digital citizenship

Contributions may explore ethical AI, data privacy, digital safety, digital citizenship, AI-supported education, student wellbeing and technology for social good.

Abstract deadline: 15 March 2027 at 5.00 pm. The deadline time zone and further submission instructions are awaiting confirmation.

Sightseeing and cultural events

Details of social events, the cultural fest and sightseeing arrangements will be announced by the organising team.

Registration

Participation and fees

All participants must pay the registration fee. For each paper or poster, at least one author must register and attend. Fee amounts and payment details are awaiting announcement.

Registration includes a conference bag, notepad, pen, conference food and book of abstracts. Share a screenshot of your payment transaction in the registration form for verification.

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Cancellation policy

Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be adjusted in case of cancellation or non-attendance.

Before registering, ensure that your passport, visa and travel or medical insurance arrangements are in place.

Organising team and conference desk

Conference organising team

Chairperson: Prof. Dr. Dang Hoang Minh
Professor of Clinical Psychology and Director of CRISP-E, VNU University of Education.

International President: Prof. Panch. Ramalingam
International President, APSPA; President, InSPA.

International Logistics: Dr. R. Rajesh
Madurai Kamaraj University, India.

Vice-chairperson and further committee members will be announced.

Conference desk

Prof. Dang Hoang Minh
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Director of CRISP-E
VNU University of Education

G7 building, 144 Xuan Thuy, Cau Giay, Hanoi
C0 building, 182 Luong The Vinh, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi

Telephone: +84-24-7301 7123