Welcome to Cate Conference 2025

STEAM Towards the Future

Wellington
1st-3rd December 2025

The world is evolving rapidly, and so are the careers of tomorrow. This year’s CATE 2025 Conference is centred around the theme: “STEAM Towards the Future”, emphasising the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) in shaping the workforce of the future.

Our sub-themes dive deeper into the key elements shaping career education today: 

• The Future is Multi-Disciplinary – Careers no longer fit into traditional boxes; they blend skills from multiple fields, requiring adaptability, creativity, and collaboration.
• The Future is Multi-Cultural – A global workforce requires cultural competence and diverse perspectives. Future careers will demand an understanding of different backgrounds, ideas, and ways of working.
• The Future is Here – Technological advancements, AI, and automation are already transforming the job market. Educators and career professionals must prepare students for the fast-changing landscape.

The CATE 2025 Conference will be held in Wellington and will bring together career professionals, educators, industry leaders, and researchers to explore how we can best equip students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to navigate the ever-changing world of tertiary education and work.

With 500+ attendees, this is an unmatched opportunity to connect with key decision-makers shaping the future of career education in Aotearoa New Zealand.

We invite you to explore our refreshed sponsorship offerings, designed to maximise your brand visibility, engagement, and impact. We also welcome creative ideas and custom sponsorship solutions. Let’s make this an unforgettable event together!