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Geneva to host AC Forum Annual Meeting in 2030

Geneva has been selected for the first time since the event's creation in 2001

Nov 11, 2026

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The Geneva Convention Bureau and AC Forum are delighted to announce that Geneva has been selected to host the AC Forum Annual Meeting in 2030 for the first time since its creation in 2001, bringing together senior representatives of leading international associations from 31 January to 2 February 2030.

Held annually in a different European city, the AC Forum Annual Meeting is a key event in the international association calendar. Its educational programme addresses the evolving challenges and opportunities facing associations, combining peer-to-peer discussions, practical case studies and insights from industry experts.

A unique ecosystem for international associations

As a major hub for international organisations, NGOs and global associations, Geneva offers much more than world-class meeting infrastructure. Its unique ecosystem brings together expertise in global health, science, technology and international cooperation, with leading scientific and academic institutions such as CERN, the University of Geneva (UNIGE), Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) and Campus Biotech, alongside international organisations including the United Nations and the World Health Organisation.

This concentration of expertise creates valuable opportunities for associations to connect with leading researchers, institutions and industry experts, enriching congress programmes and encouraging collaboration. Combined with excellent international accessibility, high-quality services and infrastructure, as well as a safe and stable environment, Geneva provides an ideal setting for international association meetings.

Zoé Senn, Senior Manager, Geneva Convention Bureau, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome the AC Forum Annual Meeting to Geneva for the first time. It has been a real pleasure to work alongside our destination partners, Palexpo, the Geneva International Conference Centre (CICG), Hilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre, Manotel hotel group, Restaurant Parc des Eaux-Vives, the City of Geneva, the State of Geneva and the Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau, to develop a strong, collaborative proposal that showcases the very best of Geneva. We look forward to bringing this shared vision to life in 2030.”

Finola Quinn, Association Manager, AC Forum, added: “Geneva’s international character, strong association community and exceptional scientific and institutional expertise make it a natural choice for our Annual Meeting. We look forward to bringing our members together in 2030 to exchange ideas, strengthen connections and experience everything the city has to offer.”