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Supporting Democratic, Alternative  and Progressive Education.

Aims, History, Organisation

Conferences, Advocacy, Support

Who, What, Where

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Who We Are

The Australasian Democratic Education Community was established in 2001 by a group of like-minded educators who had a passion for democratic, alternative and progressive education.

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ADEC provides a forum for inspiring learning communities, for discussion, debate and research; a network for sharing and support; and an incorporated association of like-minded individuals, schools, learning centres and education institutions working together on common issues.

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Central to our work is a commitment to the safety, wellbeing and rights of children and young people. Read our Commitment to Child Safety.

 Childhood needs time. It doesn’t need pressure and coercion. It needs love, it needs trust, it needs time to breathe.

Henry Readhead

Upcoming Events

  • Fri, 25 Sept
    Kinma Primary and Preschool
    25 Sept 2026, 5:00 pm AEST – 27 Sept 2026, 4:00 pm AEST
    Kinma Primary and Preschool, 127 Coolowie Rd, Terrey Hills NSW 2084, Australia
    Join us at Kinma School in Sydney for the ADEC Conference 2026, a gathering of educators, students and advocates passionate about democratic, alternative and progressive education.
  • Wed, 13 Jan
    Binsi Film Farm School
    13 Jan 2027, 9:00 am – 22 Jan 2027, 5:00 pm
    Binsi Film Farm School, Lamphun, Thailand
    Join educators, activists, families, and young people from around the world in Thailand for the International Democratic Education Conference (IDEC). Together we will co-create visions of education rooted in freedom, sustainability, and community.
  • Thu, 22 July
    Jeju Island
    22 July 2027, 9:00 am – 27 July 2027, 5:00 pm
    Jeju Island, Jeju Island
    Bringing together children and young people, educators, families, researchers and advocates from across Korea, the Asia-Pacific and around the world, the gathering will celebrate and explore democratic and alternative approaches to education.

Become a Member

Democratic Education for a Democratic Country

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ADEC acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' continuing connection to land, place, water and community. We pay our respects to their cultures, country and elders past, present and emerging. 

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ADEC also recognises the unique role of Māori as Tangata Whenua and embraces Te Triti o Waitangi recognising Māori as Tino rangitiratanga of Aotearoa while embracing the three guiding principles of the Treaty. 

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Email: president@adec.edu.au       

ABN: 26 482 700 968

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