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LET US DREAM
3rd Triennial International Community Conference 2026
Local Wisdom. Global Influence.
Resilient Glocal Communities for Meaningful Humanity
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The Triennial International Community Conference 2026 brings together educators, researchers, practitioners, students, and community leaders from around the world to explore innovative approaches to community engagement, social transformation, and sustainable development. Through dialogue, collaboration, and shared learning, participants will co-create solutions that strengthen resilient glocal communities and promote meaningful humanity.
Learn More About UsCollaborative Action
Build partnerships that inspire meaningful community transformation.
Research & Practice
Connect academic insights with real-world community impact initiatives.
Sustainable Innovation
Explore innovative solutions for resilient glocal communities.
THEME CONCEPT
Local Wisdom. Global Influence
A global gathering celebrating how local communities, volunteers, and youth leaders create meaningful change through collective action and shared humanity.
2026 SPECIAL FOCUS
United Nations International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development
The conference aligns with the global call to celebrate volunteerism as a force for sustainable and equitable communities.
Rooted in Local Wisdom
Meaningful solutions often emerge naturally from communities, neighborhoods, and local experiences.
The Glocal Spirit
Connecting grassroots perspectives with global collaboration to build a more equitable future.
Global Influence
Stories and ideas shared locally can inspire transformation across countries and cultures.
HUMANity
Harmony, Unity, Mindfulness, and Action for Nurturing communities through volunteerism.
50+
Speakers
10+
Countries
25+
Universities
50+
Community Partners
PROGRAM TRACKS
Three Days. Three Themes.
One Shared Purpose.
Each day of the conference explores a key dimension of community transformation through dialogue, storytelling, research, and collaborative action.
DAY 1
Education: Rethinking Learning Ecosystems - A GLocal Multigenerational Approach
By addressing the limitations of conventional education we consequently promote deeper learning, creativity, and access. With an emphasis on holistic approaches to educational systems and spaces, discussions will focus on exploring alternative educational structures with a multigenerational lens that considers global reach and local designs.
Non-conventional Education
Spaces
Global Reach
Systemic designs
Creativity
Learning
Access
Holistic Approaches
DAY 2
Health: Building Holistic Health - Local Wisdom meets Digital Reality
The possibility to democratize safe and wholesome solutions to health care issues using digital platforms in a local context is the challenge of our times. The urgency to empower healthcare providers with distribution of knowledge and resources on the ground in order to make healthcare more accessible is the priority for decision makers of today.
Wholesome Health
Accessibility
Physical Care
Digital Health Literacy
Mental Wellbeing
DAY 3
Social: Bridging Heritage and Equity: Empowering Communities Through Indigenous Knowledge for Resilient Futures
Highlights how local knowledge, cultural identity, and equitable systems can address global challenges. It connects grassroots realities with global discourse, fostering inclusive development, preserving heritage, and enabling communities to co-create adaptive, context-driven solutions across diverse social and economic landscapes.
Equity
Heritage
Cultural Identity
Inclusivity
Indigenous Knowledge
WHY ATTEND
From Dreamers to Doers
to Changemakers
The Let Us Dream Triennial International Community Conference 2026 brings together volunteers, educators, researchers, youth leaders, community organizations, and institutions committed to creating meaningful impact through collective action.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
- Community volunteers and changemakers
- Non-profit organizations, social workers, and philanthropists
- Educators, researchers, and academic leaders
- University students, youth leaders, and mentors
- Community partners and development practitioners
- Professionals and retirees
UNIQUE VALUE PROPOSITIONS
- Globally connected, locally rooted perspectives
- Bridges research, practice, and community action
- Bringing solution focussed changemakers together
- Celebrates volunteerism and youth leadership
- Builds inclusive networks across sectors
- Free and accessible for all participants
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Learn from global speakers and changemakers
Exchange ideas and best practices
Build meaningful collaborations
Discover innovative community solutions
Share your own impact stories
Share your own impact stories
OUR PARTNERS
Working Together for
Greater Impact
Collaborating with institutions, organizations, and communities to create meaningful and lasting change.
CORE COMMITTEE
Meet Our Organizing Committee
A diverse team of educators, researchers, community leaders and professionals working together to shape TICC 2026.
Dr. Phinu Mary Jose
Administrative Assistant - Watson Institute for Systems Excellence, Binghamton University
phinu.jose@letusdream.org
Dr. Mini Fernandez
Assistant Professor - Dept of Biotechnology St.Francis College for Women, Begumpet, Hyderabad
minifernandez28@sfc.ac.in
Susan Abraham Joseph
Er. Susan Joseph : M Tech Dy. Chief Engineer(Retd.), KSEB
susjoseph2000@gmail.com
Ms. Laurie Hall
IABCU Executive Director, International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities, USA
laurie.hall@baptistschools.org
Ms. Srija Santhosh
Consultant - WaSH & ClimateTech, Blue Leaf Impact Solutions, Thiruvananthapuram
sustainabilityues@gmail.com
Ms. Lauretta Philip
Head of Inclusion and Designated Safeguarding Lead - Westlink International School, Hanoi
laurettaphilip@gmail.com
Dr. Vigneshwaran S A
Assistant Professor - Department of Social Work, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore
vigneshwaran.sa@christuniversity.in
Dr. Padmakumar M. M.
Associate Professor, Department of Media Studies CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Dr. Sudha Thomas
Assistant Professor - Department of Social Work CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
sudha.thomas@christuniversity.in
Dr. Roseline Florence Gomes
HoD, Department of Psychology, Jyoti Nivas College Autonomous
roseline.gomes@res.christuniversity.in
Dr. Anna Tarnowska
Faculty of Law and Administration, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun
atarn@law.umk.pl
Prof. Agnieszka Bien-Kacala
Professor of Constitutional Law - University of Szczecin and Leader of the Research Group: Gender and Constitution in Poland
agnieszka.bien-kacala@usz.edu.plADVISORY COMMITTEE
Guiding Vision. Shaping Impact.
Our Advisory Committee brings together distinguished scholars, practitioners, community leaders, and global experts who provide strategic direction and guidance for the Triennial International Community Conference 2026.
Dr. Fr. Lijo Thomas
Director and Dean, Pune Lavasa Campus, CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
lijo.thomas@christuniversity.in
Mr. Jimmy Cherian
Global Lead, LUD Community Conference Founder, Creating Futures
jimmy.cherian@letusdream.org
Ms. Lisa Jangkamp
Head of International Office - Catholic University of Applied Sciences North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
l.jungkamp@katho-nrw.de
Dr. Susanne Mayo
FCS Lecturer II, Departmentof family and Consumer Sciences, Grambling State University
theussu@gram.edu
TESTIMONIALS
Voices of Impact.
Stories of Transformation
Hear from educators, researchers, community leaders, and changemakers who have experienced the power of collaboration, compassion, and collective action through the Let Us Dream movement.
I believe LUD in all its splendour can work wonders with its varied and beautifully designed conference. The overall conference can achieve changes in the wider society through youth. As they specify, collaboration and community awareness ... are some things that will imbibe the spirit of fellowship and growth among youth. With more frequent and more vibrant conferences with international speakers would bring about whirlwinds of change for the better for our nation.
Clara M Gerard
Participant, BangaloreThis conference has positively impacted the mindset of many young minds and I feel like it made us realise to become a more responsible citizen and contribute to the social development ... by helping and uplifting those lower than us and I'm sure that the youth will take necessary steps for the development and empowerment of others as well as themselves.
Syeda Afiya
Participant, HyderabadThis conference underscored the power of collaboration and the importance of leading with compassion, empathy, and a clear purpose. The discussions around family engagement, equity, and cross-sector partnerships showed how collective impact can truly transform systems. ... I was deeply moved by the keynote speakers' focus on "doing humane work during inhumane times" and the call to center humanity in our schools, workplaces, and communities. I also appreciated the stories of local changemakers - each one a reminder that small acts of service, when united, create lasting community change.
Jesula Saintus
Participant, USAThere is amazing work being done by so many, but so much more to do! It was great meeting new people and networking with some that I plan to connect with moving forward. Thank you for providing the platform and opportunity.
Jen Petteys
Participant, USAGET IN TOUCH
Let's Build Meaningful
Connections.
Whether you're interested in participating, partnering, presenting research, or learning more about the conference, our team is here to help.
conference@letusdream.org
PHONE
+91 99722 22553
ADDRESS
Central Campus, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road, Bangalore - India 560 029
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