Emerging Lighting Designers Have a Special Opportunity to Attend Enlighten Asia 2026
Lighting designers in the early stages of their professional career now have a chance to apply for a fully sponsored conference badge at IALD Enlighten Asia 2026 in Singapore.
Through the Emerging Lighting Designer Initiative, individuals interested in attending their first Enlighten conference who are actively employed as a lighting designer and are within the first seven years of their career** can apply with the IALD to be sponsored for a complimentary registration to the event taking place 26 - 27 November in Singapore.
Each sponsored designer will receive:
- Full conference registration to IALD Enlighten Asia 2026.
- Recognition at the event as an Emerging Lighting Design Professional.
Sponsored designers are required to participate in the Lighting Cross Talk session at EA26 — an opportunity to collaborate with design peers and exchange feedback with manufacturer representatives.
Applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and participants are encouraged to apply early, as program funds are limited.
Applications are accepted through the IALD digital platform. Accepted individuals will be notified by email.
Applications are due by 6 November 2026. Sponsorship covers conference registration only; travel, accommodation, and all other expenses remain the responsibility of the selected designer. This program is open to new registrants only and may not be applied to existing conference registrations.
** Eligibility is based on active employment and experience as a lighting designer not exceeding seven years (CV to be provided).