
IFHE holds consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council (1981), FAO (1952) and UNESCO (1965) and is associated to the UN Department of Global Communications DPI.

We are excited to announce that the XXVI IFHE World Congress will take place from July 16–21, 2028, at the state-of-the-art Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wellington, New Zealand.

The Programme Recovery & Renewal Initiative supports communities to recover, rebuild and thrive through Home Economics education and sustainable development

takes place from 20. - 24 October 2026 at the Ambrose Alli University in Ekpoma, Edu State

Theme: Rethink and Reorganise – Home Economics bringing preparedness and resilience to everyday life.
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