Special Events

Welcome Ceremony

Hybrid event
Open to all in-person and virtual attendees

Wednesday, November 19
5:15 pm – 6:45 pm (AEDT)

The LASA/Oceania-Asia 2025 Opening Ceremony will mark the official start of the Congress, which will be held in Melbourne, Australia. This event will be a unique opportunity to welcome in-person attendees and participants to the Congress.


Welcome Reception

On-site only
Prior registration required

USD $75

The registration fee (USD $75) includes access to both the Welcome and Closing Receptions.

Wednesday, November 19
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (AEDT)

Oriental Tea House
378 Little Collins St.
Melbourne, VIC 3000

After the Welcome Ceremony, a welcome reception will be offered for participants who registered online to attend. It will be a moment of camaraderie and celebration, while enjoying refreshments and snacks, to mark the beginning of our LASA/Oceania-Asia 2025. Please remember to bring your invitations, which will be provided at the registration area (third floor of the La Trobe University City Campus building), along with your name badges.


Closing Reception

On-site only
Prior registration required

USD $75

The registration fee (USD $75) includes access to both the Welcome and Closing Receptions.

Friday, November 21
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (AEDT)

Kirk’s Cellar, below Kirk’s Pub
382 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Access is via the entrance to Le Pub on Little Bourke Street

To conclude this first LASA Congress in Oceania-Asia, we will hold a closing event in which we will celebrate the opportunity to engage with colleagues on topics related to Latin America, Oceania, and Asia. Please remember to bring your invitations, which will be provided at the registration area (third floor of the La Trobe University City Campus building), along with your name badges.

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