MAEA Symposium 2026
Maine Adult Education celebrates 60 years! Join teachers, employers, and state leaders at Charting the Course: Building Maine’s Workforce Through Adult Education. This premier symposium unites key stakeholders at the Sebasco Harbor Resort in Phippsburg, ME, on October 15 & 16, 2026. Together, we will align classroom learning with regional economic needs, close the skills gap, and strengthen local business partnerships.
Thank you to our COMPASS SPONSOR
ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 1, 2026 (see Registration and Payment Policy)
In addition, join the pre-conference New England Regional Symposium on Wednesday, October 14. Open to anyone, discounted registration for NCL and MAEA members. Provided in partnership with MAEA. See the link below for more information.
Keynote Speaker: Amanda Bergson-Shilcock
DON’T UNDERESTIMATE US:
How Adult Educators and Learners Can Use Our Superpowers for Good
We’re excited to have Amanda Bergson-Shilcock open the conference. Amanda is a Senior Fellow at National Skills Coalition where she leads the organization’s work on adult education and workforce policies to expand opportunities for US-born and immigrant adults. Throughout her career, Amanda has worked with state and federal policymakers and skills advocates to develop policy solutions that address the challenges facing adult learners and jobseekers, including immigrant workers. Learn more about her and view some of her featured writings HERE.
Email David Watts, Executive Director, with any questions
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Thank you to our ANCHOR SPONSORS
Thank you to our FLEET SPONSORS
