This year, the AFT board are excited to face the challenges of our first online conference through a creative collaboration with Friends of KCC and the Coordinated Management of Meaning Institute (CMMI). Whilst this move to online has been necessitated by the global pandemic, we believe that it brings great opportunities, not least in a theme well known to systemic thinkers; that we are all interconnected and interdependent. We hope to revisit and reflect on the values, ethics and practices emanating from the KCC school of therapy, consultation, management and research, the great influence of the CMM Institute’s theory of communications and the outcomes of their special collaboration over many years. Presenters will also share new developments in systemic constructionist practice (and theory). Throughout the Conference we will be seeking to demonstrate how, by connecting with our roots, we can make a better and more just future for humanity, the natural world and the whole planet. We are seeking to achieve this through a creative, novel, enjoyable and collaborative experience, which draws on the spirit of systemic thinking and a sense of mystery. Bookings Now Closed.

After a fantastic three days, the AFT Conference 2021 has now concluded. We would like to thank all the presenters and panelists for making the event such a resounding success. We would also like to thank the 500 plus delegates who attended the event, without whom the event couldn't have happened.

The replays from all the core presentations and all site content will be available to registered attendees for the next two months before the site is closed down in early December. You will need to log-in to access the replays and presentation slides.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to the 2022 AFT Conference (more details available soon).

Conference Information. Dates: The AFT Conference 2021 takes place over three days from Thursday 23 September to Saturday 25 September 2021. Format: The AFT conference 2021 is a fully virtual conference. All sessions take place online. There will be a combination of live and pre-recorded sessions. Replays will also be available for many of the sessions (not all sessions will have replays). How to use this website. This is a brief guide on using this website. For more detailed instructions and helpful screen shots, please refer to our Help & FAQ page. Step 1: Purchase a ticket: Our tickets are all inclusive, providing access to all sessions and replays over the three days. Step 2: Log-in to your booking: To manage your schedule and join conference sessions, you must first log-in to your booking. To log-in, click ‘Log-In’ from the menu at the top of this website. You will then need to enter the email you used when you first purchased your ticket to receive a sign-in email. If you don’t see ‘Log-In’ in the menu, then you are already signed in to your booking. Instead click the 3 dots on the menu at the top of the website (...) and select ‘Personal Schedule’. Step 3 - Manage your schedule: When you initially purchase your ticket you will be automatically signed up for all conference sessions. The conference programme is designed so you can attend the sessions that suit you and you will be able add or remove sessions later. The list of the sessions you have signed up for is called your ‘Personal Schedule’. Step 4 - Watch / join conference sessions: We will send you email reminders with web links for any sessions you have signed up for. Click the session you would like to watch from your personal schedule or on the reminder email and at the start time a ‘Watch Now’ button will appear. For live events, this will connect to Zoom (live sessions will be hosted on Zoom). Help & FAQ.
Ticket Prices. AFT / FKCC / CMMI Member Ticket: £120.00. A valid AFT, FKCC or CMMI membership number or reference must be provided at the time of booking. Sold Out. Non-Members Ticket: £140.00. Open to non-members. Sold Out. Student Ticket: £100.00. To be eligible for the student rate, you must be in full or part time education at an accredited higher education institution. You will need to provide the name of your academic institution at the time of booking. Sold Out. Tickets Include: Access to all three conference days. Access to all sessions. Access to replays (not all sessions have replays). CPD: Attendance at this conference is equivalent to 18 hours CPD. Terms & Conditions: Terms and conditions of booking apply, including cancellation fees. See link at footer of website and during booking for more details. Payment Methods: Credit or debit card. Bookings Now Closed. Contact Us: If you need assistance and your query is not answered on the help & FAQ page, then please contact us on: aftevents@mintevents.co.uk.

WHAT'S ON....

A fantastic virtual programme, leading international speakers, networking and creative sessions and much more. Don't miss the AFT Conference 2021, taking place from Thursday 23rd to Saturday 25th September. Book your ticket today.

  • Conference Committee AFT, Friends of KCC and CMM Institute

    Conference Opening and Welcome

  • FKCC Team

    FKCC Film: Stories Lived, Stories Told, living legacies and future dreaming

  • Discussion Facilitators

    DISCUSSION [optional] ---------- follow up discussion for FKCC Film - KCC: Stories Lived, Stories Told, living legacies and future dreaming

  • Aline Mugisho Executive Manager, Young Africa Works, Youth In Agribusiness

    Gender, resilience and the power of self care for African women leaders: unpacking the psychological effects of being 'strong'

  • Kate Campbell & Susana Carr

    CMM Fellow Projects - Session 1

  • Discussion Facilitators

    DISCUSSION [optional] ---------- follow up discussion for Gender, resilience and the power of self care for African women leaders: unpacking the psychological effects of being 'strong'

  • Discussion Facilitators

    DISCUSSION [optional] ---------- follow up discussion for CMM Fellow Projects - Session 1

  • Tracey Johnston & Peter Robinson

    A New ‘U’ in Systemic Bereavement: Undigested Grief, Embodied Stories and CMM

Core Presentations. Core presentations are the main conference sessions. They cover a wide range of exciting and relevant topics delivered by over 20 expert international speakers. There are four core presentation slots each day. Some of these slots have presentations running in parallel, so you will need to choose which presentation you would like to attend. Click to view Programme.
Discussion Sessions. Discussion sessions follow 15 minutes after each core presentation. They give attendees the chance to discuss the presentation they have just watched in a more interactive way with their colleagues and presenters Discussion sessions are completely optional and you may prefer to use this time as break time, however they are a great opportunity for you to get involved in the discussion, should you wish. Twitter #AFTConference2021.
Fringe Events. Pre-Conference Meditation & Coming Together Session. We are very pleased to announce that Chris Hannah has very kindly agreed to present a pre-conference mediation and coming together session, on Fri 24 Sep and Sat 25 Sep before the opening plenary on those days. These optional sessions are 15 minutes in duration and a great way to start the day. See programme for more details. Meet the Editor of the Journal of Family Therapy. Philip Messent presents a session, explaining the work of the journal and how you can contribute. This hour session is optional and takes place on Sat 25 Sep at 11:30.
Bookshop. Psychological Therapy Books by Bookmark, are running a special virtual bookstall for the conference. The bookstall will feature a range of relevant titles, including books recommended by our speakers. Please note that the bookshop is operated by Bookmark. Any queries relating to book purchases should be made directly with Bookmark. Visit the Bookshop.

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We couldn't be more excited about our lineup. Which conference sessions will you be checking out?

Hosted by AFT in collaboration with Friends of KCC and CMM Institute

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