Future Forte Conference 2025: Thrive Beyond Borders

Future Forte Conference 2025 will bring together a diverse audience to honour the journeys, voices, and impact of international students in Australia.

This year's conference will spotlight stories of excellence, resilience, identity, and innovation — creating space for bold ideas, meaningful connections, and a shared vision for thriving beyond borders.

Over 300 attendees will gather at the iconic RMIT Capitol Theatre for Future Forte Conference 2025 - to celebrate the journeys, voices, and impact of Australia's diverse international student community.

Since 2019, Future Forte - an initiative by and for international students - has championed multicultural youth leadership, spotlighting stories of resilience, innovation, and identity to inspire bold ideas and meaningful connections.

Make this conference part of your story and register today!

Early Bird 20% discount available now until 10 August 2025.

Date, time, location and registration

Date: Friday 19 September 2025

Time: 9am-12:30pm

Location: The Capitol Theatre, 113 Swanston St, Melbourne.

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Want to know more about Future Forte?

Future Forte is a not-for-profit organisation created by and for international students and alumni to foster a supportive community that inspires, empowers and connects you on your journey in Australia.

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