Sponsorship & Exhibition

The exhibition space will be part of the exciting, interactive knowledge area located directly adjacent to the main coffee and refreshment zone. The HSRC Exhibition & Interactive Engagement Hub serves as the dynamic heart of the HSRC Annual Conference.

Step beyond the keynotes into an immersive, interactive space designed to connect delegates, showcase ground-breaking research, and shape the digital future together.

Zone A: Exhibitor Pavilion

Discover dedicated operational pavilions showcasing the core pillars of the Human Sciences Research Council. Each pavilion features interactive digital screens, live demonstrations, and expert representatives ready to engage.

• eResearch Knowledge Unit (eRKU) – Cutting-edge data repositories, digital research tools, and open-access data platforms.
• HSRC Press – Premier academic publications, book launches, and policy summaries.
• Internship Programme – Capacity building, early-career researcher development, and talent pipelines.

Zone B: Flexible Research Meet-and-Greet Hub

Located steps away from the coffee stations, Zone B is designed as an inviting, open-plan lounge where ideas meet collaboration for researcher engagement. Take a break, grab a cup of coffee, and pull up a chair. During scheduled morning, tea, and lunch breaks, HSRC researchers host informal Q&A sessions and networking chats.

Photo Opportunity Area

Capture your conference experience! Visit our eco-friendly branded backdrop designed around the conference theme: The Age of Digitality and the Future of Society. Outfitted with professional lighting for both official photographer sessions and casual delegate photos. Don’t forget to use #HSRC2026 when sharing online!