The conference aims to equip Christian academics to follow Jesus more closely in their academic roles and personal lives. It provides opportunities for spiritual and intellectual growth, networking, and addressing challenges faced in the academic setting.

The conference will be held from Monday, August 25, 2025, to Thursday, August 28, 2025, at Credo House, in Wilderswil, near Interlaken in the Alps, Switzerland. For travel logistics and more details, please check the Travel Logistics section of the website here.

Postgraduate students or husbands or wives with an academic spouse are welcome to attend and benefit from the program.

The conference is open to Christian academics who live and work in Europe, regardless of their academic discipline. Postgraduate students are encouraged to attend as well. Spouses and children who are five and older are also welcome to attend, with specific sessions designed for wives.

The registration fee covers accommodation, meals during the conference, and access to all sessions and workshops. Additional costs, such as travel to the venue and optional excursions, are not included.

For exact pricing, please check the registration section of the website here.

Registration started on January 13, 2025. Due to limited space, early registration is encouraged.

Details about cancellations and refunds can be requested by contacting the event organizers at conference@leadershipanvil.org.

Yes, scholarships that partially cover registration fees are available for a limited number of applicants from Central and Eastern Europe and some countries in southern Europe. If you wish to apply for a scholarship: 1. To be eligible for a scholarship, you must submit a scholarship application before you register and pay your conference fee. 2. Go to https://www.leadershipanvil.org/scholarships and download the application form, fill it out, and send it to conference@leadershipanvil.org. 3. If your application is approved, you will receive a Promo Code which you can enter when you register for the conference. This will enable you to receive the scholarship discount. Scholarship applications are reviewed considering the history and quality of the applicant’s roles and commitments within the academy.

Scholarship decisions will be communicated promptly after they are carefully reviewed.

Participants can travel by bus, train, or car to Interlaken, Switzerland, and then use local transportation or a provided shuttle to Credo House. For travel logistics and more details, please check the Travel Logistics section of the website here.

Lodging at Credo House is included in the registration fee. Rooms are comfortable and designed to also accommodate families if needed. Not all rooms however are en suite.

Yes, and there are also planned activities. Pre-conference hiking is available on Monday, August 25, and post-conference hiking and excursions are available on Thursday afternoon and Friday, August 28-29. Additional nights at Credo House can be arranged by contacting the organizers at conference@leadershipanvil.org or by securing them when registering here.

Single rooms are not available since Credo House is designed to accommodate large groups of people. They provide multiple beds in one room, or rooms with double beds. You may designate a roommate(s) you would prefer. For more information on this topic, please contact the organizers at conference@leadershipanvil.org.

Yes, Wednesday afternoon (27th of August) is reserved for enjoying the Alps through organized hikes, nature walks, or personal leisure time. Hikes are also available before and after the conference.

Topics include integrating faith and academia, dealing with challenges like secularism and isolation, evangelism in the academic world, spiritual growth, discipleship, and more. Keynote sessions and workshops are led by experienced Christian academics.

A few families bring their children, but usually not children five or younger, simply because of the distraction caring for a child brings to the parents and to others. The whole purpose of the conference is to be an intellectual and spiritual retreat. Tending to younger children makes it difficult to be fully engaged in the sessions. We want every participant to be refreshed and able to receive new insights and build relationships. That is not usually possible when also tending to young children. However, children six or older can enjoy their own activities during the sessions since they don’t require as much care. There are a few organized activities for children six or older, but they may sometime require the assistance of a parent.

Yes, there are specific devotional sessions for non-academic wives, focusing on their unique role in supporting academic work. Children can enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere and activities around Credo House.

The plenary sessions will be recorded and made available after the conference.

Yes, meals and coffee & tea breaks are provided and included in the registration fee. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with prior notice and by mentioning them when registering here. Please indicate your needs during the registration process.

Bring comfortable clothing, suitable shoes for outdoor activities, your Bible, and materials for note-taking. A general packing list will be sent closer to the conference date, and it is also available on this website here. Since some rooms are not ensuite, this can add items to pack.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available at Credo House, though the connection may be slower in some areas. This is a great opportunity to unplug, enjoy the scenic surroundings and connect to other participants.

Absolutely! The conference emphasizes building a supportive academic network. Breaks, meals, and group activities are structured to facilitate connections.

Workshops and plenary sessions will offer tools and best practices for integrating Christian values into research and teaching.

While the conference is not structured as a traditional academic conference with research presentations, there will be plenty of opportunities to discuss your work informally with others.

We will share a contact list (with participants' consent) and encourage starting and joining local academic networks. You’ll also receive information about follow-up events and resources.

Yes, there will be time for informal mentoring and discussions during meals, breaks, and free time. Our speakers and many attendees will be happy to share their insights.

Yes, the conference includes sessions on launching academic networks, and you will be equipped with strategies to start or strengthen a network in your area.

Information about pre- and post-conference activities, including hiking, will be sent out closer to the conference. You can sign up at that time.

The hikes will vary in difficulty, and we’ll provide detailed descriptions to help you choose one that suits your fitness level.

There is no dress code for the conference; however, many will be dressed smart-casual. Hiking requires comfortable clothing and footwear, however. Bring suitable attire for hiking and nature walks if you plan to participate.

Yes, English is the sole language for all sessions and materials.

You can reach the conference organizers via email at conference@leadershipanvil.org.

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