Friday 2 August

In-person pass holders can choose one of three outstanding pre-conference workshops taking place during the morning session.

The main conference begins both in-person and online at 14:00 with a welcome address from Prof. Rebecca Crane.

We will then move straight into the first of five conference strands ‘Strand 1: Scientific Research, Theory, and Pedagogy’ followed by your choice of workshops, research presentations and connection opportunities!

Saturday 3 August

A engaging day of talks, sessions and practices, covering two key strands, each with an unmissable range of speakers from across the field of mindfulness; ‘Strand 2: Contemplative, Philosophical, and Spiritual’ in the morning followed by ‘Strand 3: Social, Cultural, and Systemic Approaches in the afternoon.

There is also the opportunity to attend a very special Conference Dinner with colleagues and speakers.

Sunday 4 August

Another enriching lineup of sessions across two strands; Strand 4: Grassroots, Real-world Application, and Innovation in the morning and Strand 5: Political, Environmental, and Global Initiatives in the afternoon.

Each keynote is a chance for us all to gather together around one topical issue, before branching off to your chosen research symposium, panel discussion, workshop or guided practice.

Online pass holders can choose to watch the panel discussion live stream or take part in an experiential online workshop after each strand keynote.

We are delighted that Jon Kabat-Zinn will be joining us (virtually) to close the main conference and lead us in a guided inquiry. This will be a unique opportunity to meditate live with Jon and hundreds of other mindfulness practitioners.

IN-PERSON 2.5 DAY CONFERENCE PASS, 2-4 AUGUST - £500.00

ONLINE 2.5 DAY CONFERENCE PASS - £250.00

Monday 5 August

Following the main conference, all full 5-day in-person conference pass holders will take part in a nourishing mindfulness retreat day guided by Rhonda Magee and Catherine McGee, held in the stunning Main Arts Building at Bangor University.

Alternatively, you are welcome to join online for the day with a special ONLINE 1 DAY RETREAT PASS - £50.00.

Tuesday 6 August

Full 5-day in-person conference pass holders can attend one of three post-conference workshops to focus on specific aspects of mindfulness, adding depth to the overall conference experience.

Or you can join this day as a stand-alone event, as part of personal or professional continuing development:

IN-PERSON 1 DAY POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP PASS - £100.00

ONLINE 1 DAY POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP PASS - £50.00

With seven different ticket options, you can tailor your ICM:2024 experience to suit your needs. You could even choose a hybrid option: join us in Bangor for some sections and attend online for others!

We know that cost can feel like a barrier, which is why the conference bursary scheme is open across all ticket options for anyone who applies before 15 July. The aim of this conference is not to make a profit - any surplus will be used to support mindfulness teaching and research -  but to create a much needed space for connection, inquiry and discussion.

Welcoming you to ICM:2024 – Mindfulness in a Changing World

Conference Chair, Rebecca Crane, and Conference Director, Ken Lunn, reflect on bringing the International Conference on Mindfulness to Bangor:

“we are deeply grateful for all who have contributed to making this a vibrant and significant event. From the steering group that first met in early 2022, through to the large team who are putting the programme together and enabling its delivery, including all that has gone into publicising and engaging the mindfulness community, to the fifty-plus partners who are supporting us, and to all of YOU who are joining the conference to learn and to contribute to shaping a vision for mindfulness in this changing world.”