SURF Security & Privacy Conference
At the SURF Security & Privacy Conference, you will hear all about current security and privacy topics in education and research. The focus is on technical, policy and legal aspects. In 2026, we are guests of Leiden University (location The Hague).
- Leiden University, (location The Hague)
Are you a security expert, information security officer, privacy officer or FG at an educational institution in mbo, hbo or wo? Then don't miss the SURF Security & Privacy Conference!
At this two-day conference you will hear all about current security and privacy topics, focusing on technical and policy-related as well as legal aspects. In addition, it is of course the event to get in touch with colleagues from other institutions.
Call for Proposals is open
To create a relevant programme, we would also like to receive your input! We cordially invite you to submit a proposal for a presentation.
You can submit a proposal for a:
- Presentation during the parallel programme (30 minutes)
Perfect for sharing a case study, a discussion point or a success story (or a failure story - also important to learn from!). - Lightning talk (5 minutes)
Ideal for sharing one powerful message with the whole audience. - Workshop during parallel programme (70 minutes)
Get to work and delve into a specific theme together with others. - Birds of a Feather during parallel programme (30 min) - New!
In a BoF, you present your idea, meet others, exchange ideas and share information in an informal atmosphere. - Wildcard - New!
Do you have a great idea in a completely different format?
Submit your proposal before 22-2-2026 23:59 (Europe/Amsterdam)
Do you have questions or want to spar about your idea before submitting? Feel free to contact us at spc@surf.nl.
SURF Security & Privacy Conference
- Leiden University, (location The Hague)