CALL FOR PAPERS: International Summit of Island School Leaders (PAKSI 2026)
Attention to all Faculty Members, Researchers, and Postgraduates/Undergraduates,

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to showcase your research on an international stage. Submissions are now open for the International Summit of Island School Leaders 2026 (PAKSI), co-organized by the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation Sabah, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), and Institut Aminuddin Baki.

This year's summit will explore the critical theme: "Strengthening Digital Leadership and Collaborative Partnership for Quality, Equitable, Inclusive and Sustainable Education."

📅 Event Highlights
Date: 12 October – 13 October 2026

Venue: The Pacific Sutera Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah (Physical and Online attendance options available)

🔍 Featured Sub-Themes
Researchers from diverse academic disciplines are encouraged to submit papers addressing:

Technology & Innovation: Digital Education Transformation, Innovation and Technology, STEM Education and TVET.

Leadership & Management: Educational Leadership, Financial Management, Resource Development, Infrastructure Development, and Networking.

Society & Environment: Student Well-being, Arts, Culture and Heritage, Environmental Conservation and Sustainability, Action Research.

⏱️ Deadlines & Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 31 July 2026

Notification of Acceptance: 12 August 2026

Full Paper & Payment Deadline: 12 September 2026

💰 Registration & Special Student Rates
Special Early Bird Rates apply for submissions completed before 31 July 2026:

Domestic Student Presenter: RM200 (Physical) / RM150 (Online)

Domestic Professional Presenter: RM250 (Physical) / RM200 (Online)

Standard rates apply after 31 July 2026. Non-presenter participant options are also available.

📥 How to Apply
To submit your abstract or view the detailed registration fees, please scan the QR code on the official poster or visit the submission portal at [Insert University Submission Link/URL].

For immediate inquiries, you may contact the secretariat representatives directly:

Dr. Carolyn Salimun: (+6) 019-589 6679

Dr. Robit Yusie Fus Han: (+6) 012-861 9275

Don't miss the chance to network with international academic leaders and contribute to the future of sustainable education!

Organizing Committee
PAKSI Summit 2026