In our dynamic world, education is pivotal for progress, yet traditional methods fall short. Enter visionary leadership. Visionary leaders foresee trends because we are learners first. We foster trust and dialogue in our communities, which inspires innovation and transformational change. We craft agile policies, championing inclusivity and diversity, while fostering creativity. We create conditions that support teachers to skillfully reshape their teaching methods to meet students’ needs, and we prioritise adaptability, fostering environments for experimentation and improvement. Students are counting on us to become visionary leaders who catalyse sustainable change, challenge the prevailing norms that constrain learning and shape a more equitable future, leaving a legacy that transcends generations. Conference sessions in this strand will teach you how.