The Art of the Possible; Connecting the Dots
16th European Supported Employment Conference
European partners: better together
One North Star. One European community. Join us in Liverpool as ASEE and BASE bring the Supported Employment world together around quality, evidence and real careers for everyone.
📅 7–8 December 2026 📍 Liverpool Experience Campus (LEX) 👥 Up to 750 delegates per day
ASEE is delighted to announce the 16th European Supported Employment Conference, taking place in Liverpool from 7 to 8 December 2026 in partnership with BASE, the British Association for Supported Employment.
Under the theme “The Art of the Possible; Connecting the Dots”, the conference reflects our community’s shared commitment to high-quality services, inclusive workplaces and evidence-informed practice, on an international scale.
Our shared North Star
“Supported Employment must remain rooted in something bigger than politics: values, evidence and a shared commitment that good careers must be possible for everyone.”
Across Europe, we are working towards a common language and understanding of the ingredients that we know work when supporting disabled people, neurodivergent people and those facing complex barriers into employment. This North Star does not recognise borders. It travels across countries, translates across languages and still leaves room to make support personal to each individual.
The fidelity journey so far
The Supported Employment Quality Framework grew from work across Europe, and the journey towards model fidelity shows what we can achieve when we learn from one another.
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It started in Europe
The foundations of the quality framework were built through work across European countries.
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Developed in the UK
Fidelity was taken further in the UK, where nationally funded Supported Employment is now delivered in local communities.
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Now adopted across Europe
A common approach that can be robustly researched and strengthened together.
At a time of limited resources, pressure on public budgets and growing economic inactivity, more people than ever could benefit from high-quality Supported Employment. As the model grows, we must collectively champion model fidelity and make sure quality is never compromised. This conference is our moment to build confidence, strengthen our shared evidence base and make the case for the investment needed to fund the models that work.
What to expect
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Inspiring keynotes & expert insights
Hear from international leaders in Supported Employment, employer partners, government representatives and practitioners driving innovation across the sector.
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Workshops & panel discussions
Practical break-out sessions on values-led practice, job coaching, employer engagement, quality assurance, digital innovation and inclusive recruitment.
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Networking at scale
Hundreds of delegates from across Europe and beyond, plus an expanded exhibition area with supported businesses, technology partners and training providers.
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Awards evening
A festive celebration of excellence, innovation and impact across the Supported Employment community, for up to 800 guests.
Conference programme at a glance
Practitioners and researchers from across Europe and beyond will explore quality in Supported Employment, young people’s transition from education to work, what the evidence tells us about sustainable employment outcomes, employer engagement and retention, and digital skills training for people with disabilities.
Please note: the conference agenda is subject to change as we work to bring you the best possible experience.
Be part of the conversation. Be part of the movement.
Let us show the world that, as European partners, we are strong, committed and ready to deliver Supported Employment with fidelity, quality and shared ambition.
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We are better together, and this conference is our opportunity to keep moving forward, together.