‘Safe Spaces’ has been announced as this year’s theme at the 2025 AUCSO (Association of University Chief Security Officers) Conference – the group’s 41st annual conference.
Registration is now open for the conference (available to member institutions only), which will run from Monday, April 7, to Wednesday, April 9, at the University of Warwick. The host is Mark Kennell, Head of Community Safety and Security at Warwick. Delegates can take advantage of the Early Bird Rate up until January 12) on this link.
The programme of speakers is being finalised and will be announced soon. Last year the conference saw record attendance of over 250 worldwide delegates from Australia, USA, Europe and South Africa; alongside AUCSO members and guests and industry exhibitors and partners.
And 2025 will see new suppliers and AUSCO partners supporting the conference again with an exhibition of products and services. Partners are encouraged to sign up early if they would like to exhibit at the conference this year to ensure space. Delegates will be able to visit the exhibition in between workshops and talks.
Partners that have already signed up include: CriticalArc, which will be showcasing its emergency management planning tool, Safezone, as used on campuses; Dataminr, offering a real-time AI platform for the earliest signals of events, risks and threats from within public data; and CSE Crosscom, which integrates technologies such as Two-Way Radios, Body Worn Cameras, Cellular Radios (PoC), Video Analytics and CCTV to protect people, property, and places.
An Exhibition Opening and Welcome Reception on the Monday evening in the Mead Gallery at the University of Warwick will be an opportunity to meet suppliers, exhibitors and AUCSO people. On the Tuesday evening a Networking Evening will be nearby at The Stables, Stoneleigh, accompanied by an evening of games and entertainment. A Black Tie Gala Dinner and Awards Evening on the Wednesday evening will be at The Slate at the University of Warwick, attended by AUSCO delegates, guests and exhibitors. The winners of the annualAUCSO Awards will be announced at the Gala Dinner.
AUCSO Chief Operating Officer, Julie Barker, pictured, says: “We are delighted to welcome members, visitors and valued supply partners to our 41st Annual Conference, where we look forward to reconnecting with colleagues, making new connections, and sharing insights. This year’s theme, ‘Safe Spaces’, will guide a carefully curated programme, which we will reveal soon. Take advantage of our Early Bird Discount, available until 12th January, and register now to ensure your place at what promises to be a thought-provoking and engaging event.
“We’re also inviting businesses and charities to exhibit at the Conference – an excellent opportunity to showcase your products and services to a targeted audience of university and security professionals. A highlight of the event will be the Gala Dinner and Awards Evening on Wednesday night, where we will celebrate the remarkable achievements of security teams in 2023 and announce the winners of the 2025 AUCSO Awards. It’s sure to be an inspiring evening of recognition, networking, and celebration.”
The Conference is open to AUCSO members. For further details and to register your place at the conference, at the Early Bird Rate, visit: https://eu.eventscloud.com/ereg/index.php?eventid=200283190&.
The cost of £625 per person (£575 for Early Bird Registration) includes:
Attendance at all Conference sessions, refreshments, and lunches.
Attendance at all social events including:
Monday 7 April: Welcome Reception with refreshments at the Mead Gallery at the University of Warwick.
Tuesday 8 April: Networking Evening with refreshments which will take place at The Stables, Stoneleigh Abbey.
Wednesday 9 April: Gala Dinner and Awards Evening which will take place at The Slate at the University of Warwick.
Accommodation at the Conference hotel (Check in on Monday 7 April and check out on Thursday 10 April).
Registration for this year’s Conference closes on Friday, March 7.
