Association for Moral Education

Join us in Madrid to reimagine education for a shared future

Re-Creating the Social Fabric in a Fragmented World: Education for Shared Responsibility

52nd Annual Conference of the Association for Moral Education
June 12-14, 2026 | Hotel RIU Plaza España, Madrid, Spain

52nd Annual AME Conference: Rebuilding Connections Through Education

Supported by Fundación Universidad Villanueva and the Templeton World Charity Foundation, the conference will explore how education can help rebuild the social fabric in a fragmented world

Hosted by The Center for Character and Human Growth at Universidad Villanueva
Organized by Juan P. Dabdoub, Vianney Domingo, Consuelo Martínez-Priego & Ana López-Vila

Where the city meets the sky.

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Experience one of Madrid’s most iconic hotels, with breathtaking views, elegant halls, and world-class conference spaces—right in the heart of Gran Vía.

An evening among masterpieces.

Welcome Reception at the Prado Museum

On Friday, June 12, all participants are invited to a private cocktail reception in the stunning Cloister of Los Jerónimos at the world-renowned Prado Museum.

Thought leaders. Global vision.

Plenary Speakers

Internationally recognized scholars and practitioners will spark reflection and dialogue on moral growth, belonging, and shared responsibility in today’s divided world.

Our Speakers

Where ideas meet action.

Programs & practice day

On Saturday, June 13, educators, schools, NGOs, and researchers come together to showcase programs shaping moral, civic, character, and socio-emotional education worldwide.

Programme

Supporting global voices

Travel Grants

Funding available for student presenters, early-career scholars, and faculty from low and lower-middle income countries—because every voice matters in re-creating the social fabric.

Registration & Fees

Shape the conversation with us at AME 2026

We are seeking proposals for papers, panels, and workshops that highlight innovative research, practical applications, and collaborative approaches to education as a force for rebuilding connections across divides.

Proposals are welcomed from diverse disciplines and perspectives.

Key Dates

Submission Deadline January 30, 2026
Notification of Acceptance February 15, 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline March 15, 2026
Travel Grant Application Deadline March 15, 2026
Travel Grant Decisions April 25, 2026
Presenting Author Registration Deadline April 15, 2026
Cancel Registration Deadline April 15, 2026
Registration Deadline May 31, 2026