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Frequently asked questions about the Annual International Conference

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The conference theme and programme

What is the chair's theme for this year's conference?

The 2026 conference theme focuses on charting the complexities of spatial inequalities and injustices, This includes those relating to society, culture and politics, to the economy, and community, and to development, climate and the environment.

More information about the Chair's theme

How do I find out what's happening at the conference?

The provisional programme is now live!

How do I find out the dates and times for sessions?

Please see the programme for more details on conference dates and session timings, as well as the structure of the conference day.

How do I tell whether a session is in-person, hybrid, or online?

Sessions are in-person, hybrid, or fully remote. The format of the session is displayed alongside the location in the programme.

Registering for the conference

How do I register for the conference?

Registration for the conference is now open. You can register through the Ex Ordo platform. You can find out more about registration, including fee categories, on our registration page.

By registering for the conference, you agree to abide by the conference's code of conduct.

What rates are available for registration?

We will have in-person and online-only rates available. In-person rates also include full access to all online sessions and content. Information on all rates are on our registration page.

Can I attend just the virtual sessions?

The conference will take place in-person in London and online. To reflect this, there are two sets of registration fees:

In-person, which include access to all in-person sessions for the day(s) you select, and to all virtual content.
Virtual only, which allow access to all online and some hybrid sessions, asynchronous content and session recordings

Please see our registration page for more details.

Do I need to register for the conference before submitting an abstract?

No, you do not need to register for the conference before you can submit a proposal for the programme. However, if your contribution is accepted, you must then register and pay the appropriate fee to attend. Both online-only and in-person rates are available. In-person registration also includes access to all online elements.

Are guest registrations available for the conference?

A small number of Research Group guest registrations are available each year, for those who meet certain eligibility criteria. Applications must be made on your behalf by a suitable sponsoring Research Group. More information on registration.

Attending the conference

Where can I find out more about accommodation and travel to the conference?

Please see our guide to planning your attendance at the in-person conference, as part of our wider guide on planning your attendance.

Can I request a letter of invitation to support my visa application?

Yes. All conference delegates who need a visa to enter the United Kingdom are advised to arrange this as early as possible.

Visa support letters may only be requested from the Society once a delegate has had a submission accepted for the conference programme, paid the in-person registration fee in full, and provided full contact details from a recognised institution. There is more information in our guide on planning your attendance at the in-person conference.

Will a creche be offered at the conference this year?

The conference organisers are pleased to offer registered conference delegates a crèche service for children of all ages. The crèche is provided by Little Hens Childcare, an Ofsted-registered provider, whose staff are all first aid-trained, reference-checked, and CRB-checked. There is more information in our guide on planning your attendance at the in-person conference. Places are limited so please enquire as early as possible if you would like to book a place for your child.

Where can I find out more about accessibility at the conference?

We are committed to making the conference as accessible as we can to all delegates, in person and online. Please see our guide on accessibility at the conference. If you have questions or specific requests please do contact us at ac2026@rgs.org