WETM-IAC 2027 Antwerp
5 April 2027 - 7 April 2027|
2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Groenplaats
Hilton Antwerp Old Town
Registration open until 2 Apr 2027
Welcome to WETM-IAC 2027 Antwerp! Where connections become partnerships
The Work Experience Travel Market and IAPA Annual Conference (WETM-IAC) Antwerp provides a unique cost effective B2B opportunity for senders and receivers serving all aspects of cultural exchange, au pairing, volunteering, internship and work experience.
Join us as we explore the latest trends, connect in prescheduled 1-on1 meetings with business partners, and gain practical knowledge that you can apply to your work.
Register now to secure your spot and join us for an unforgettable experience! Checkout the Early Bird fee here.
**Note:**IAPA or WYSE members receive a link to register. If you haven´t received this link yet, please contact us directly at conference@iapa.org
Six reasons to join us in Antwerp
Meetings that matter, ideas that work, connections that last.
One-on-one business appointments:
Meet current and potential partners in pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings and build new partnerships in new markets.
Networking
Connect with decision-makers from au pair, cultural exchange and youth exchange organisations worldwide, and raise your organisation's profile across the sector.
Knowledge sharing:
The event features expert speakers who share their insights and knowledge on a particular topic. This can provide attendees with new ideas, perspectives, and strategies that they can apply to their work or personal life.
Visibility
Put your organisation in front of partners, peers and leaders from across the sector.
Best practice, exchange and inspiration
Share ideas in interactive sessions and bring home practical ways to strengthen your organisation and better support your participants.
Mingle and connect in Antwerp
Continue the conversations from the conference floor at our evening networking events, all set in Antwerp's vibrant, historic city centre.
Who is the Conference best suited for?
For everyone building the future of cultural exchange
The conference is designed for professionals from across the cultural exchange, work and travel, volunteer, and au pair industries.
Whether you’re an experienced industry leader, an au pair organisation looking to connect with the broader exchange community, or a professional working in another area of work and travel, the conference offers valuable opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and learn from peers.
As IAPA is a founding member of the WYSE Travel Confederation we invite their members to attend at a reduced fee. WYSE members can contact us to receive their registration link at conference@iapa.org.
We also warmly welcome newcomers and non-members. The event is an ideal place to get to know the industry, make meaningful connections, and become part of an international community of professionals committed to cultural exchange.
What will this year's programme focus on?
From participant care to business growth
This year’s program will feature sessions focused on supporting participants and enhancing their experience, as well as on building and strengthening your business. Together, the two tracks offer practical insights for professionals working across different functions—from participant support and programme operations to partnerships, growth, and organisational strategy.
Become a conference partner: Get noticed by the right people
Show your organisation to sending and receiving organisations from around the world at WETM-IAC 2027 in Antwerp, with a package to suit your size and budget.
Get your organisation noticed at WETM-IAC 2027 in Antwerp. As a conference partner, you can choose from many options. Have your own space at the event, where attendees from around the world can come and talk to you. Support the opening reception or another social event. Or sponsor the attendance of one of our New Voices.
Contact our Managing Director at patricia.brunner@iapa.org for our partnership brochure, and we’ll put together a package that suits your organisation.
Support the sector, build new business relationships:become a WETM-IAC 2027 partner.
Who is the organiser of the conference?
The 2027 Work Experience Travel Market and IAPA Annual Conference (WETM-IAC) in Antwerp is organised by IAPA International Au Pair Association e.V.
About IAPA
The International Au Pair Association (IAPA) is a global not-for-profit trade association founded in 1994, representing organisations in the au pair and cultural exchange sector. It promotes safe, fair, and high-quality au pair programmes worldwide by setting international guidelines, supporting ethical standards, and ensuring member organisations comply with a shared Code of Conduct. Membership IAPA membership is open to agencies, associations and authorities actively engaged in the au pair and cultural exchange industry. For further details on how you can join the IAPA community please visit our website.
For all questions regarding this conference contact us at conference@iapa.org
Contact us:
IAPA International Au Pair Association e.V.
Oetztalerstr. 1, 81373 Munich, Germany
VR 209926 Registergericht München
For questions regarding the WETM-IAC conference and registration: conference@iapa.org
For questions regarding conference partnership or IAPA memberships: info@iapa.org