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A global forum for ESP professionals

The ESP Special Interest Group is one of the 16 SIGs at IATEFL, and its main focus is on English for Specific Purposes, English for Academic Purposes and English for Occupational / professional Purposes. The main objective of IATEFL's SIG in EAP is to disseminate good practice in ESP (as well as EAP and EO/PP ) through its membership and to promote models of excellence in ESP to ELT professionals

in UK and abroad through workshops, seminars and conferences and through publishing the output in our newsletter / journal and leading ELT journals and periodicals.

09/10/2025

📣 Your next big ESP collaboration is waiting. Join the ESP Online Open Forum 2025!

Why should you attend? Our enthusiastic colleague, Ioana Crețu, shares her personal experience from last year's event. 👇

Here is what Ioana wants to let you know:

Last year was my first time joining the Online Open Forum organised by IATEFL ESPSIG. In just two hours, the dynamic format allowed me to connect with colleagues from all over the world 🌎.
It was highly engaging, with short, lively presentations. Participants shared their passions and insights succinctly, fostering an environment ripe for follow-up discussions.
What I took away:
• Updates from Express Publishing and colleagues in the UK, Georgia, Saudi Arabia, Austria.
• A reassuring, humanising discussion on imposter syndrome.
• My own brief presentation on transitioning to freelancing sparked several follow-up conversations, leading to connections with professionals, such as a Lithuanian teacher in France!

Now, one year later, I am collaborating with several of these nice people—and that's the whole point of an open forum, is it not?
So, I'll be there again this year! I encourage anyone in ESP to join this FREE event 🥳. It's an excellent opportunity to meet and start collaborations with like-minded professionals. (P.S. You don't have to be a member of IATEFL!)

Want to speak? 🎤
Even better: go ahead and submit a proposal to speak for 5-7 minutes about your passions! I for one am interested in what you have to say.

👉Email your proposal to: [email protected]
Deadline: 14 November, 16.00 UK time.
👉Register here: https://www.iatefl.org/event-details/ #/?id=698
Don't miss it!

• Event: Online Open Forum 2025
• Date: 13 December
• Time: 10.00–12.00 UK time

I look forward to seeing you there!
Ioana Crețu, freelance ESP enthusiast from Romania

07/10/2025

📣Hey ESP Community! Ready to grow your global network?
"Let's ESP!" on November 12th is your space to connect with ESP-colleagues from around the world.

This free online event offers you:
- A relaxed, discussion-based environment.
- The chance to build your across borders.
- Inspiration and practical insights from fellow professionals.

👉Register now and join us: https://www.iatefl.org/event-details/ #/?id=714

Date: 12 November 2025
Time: 12:30 PM (UK-time)
Cost: Free for EVERYONE!

We can't wait to see you connect in the global !

02/10/2025

📣The call for proposals for the ESPSIG PCE 2026 is open! Our interactive format was a hit last year – so we’re bringing it back for 2026! It has a combination of talks, discussions and workshops. The aim is to share experiences and explore trends regarding The Changing Faces of Teacher Identity within ESP.

We welcome papers on:

- ESP teacher agency and identity
- Identity in curriculum, materials and assessment
- Identity, technology and AI
- CPD and training
- Working with learners
- Teacher wellbeing
- Sustainability

We’d like to invite you to submit a proposal for a short talk and a workshop to be presented at our PCE on 20 April 2026 in Brighton. The deadline to submit proposals is 1st December 2025.

👉https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzKpZ_lRcdmrZVgp0pDQcrvql3aOkEiMt8KDzcwsuuOzymug/viewform

25/09/2025

📣Call for proposals
The ESPSIG committee is working hard towards preparing our Online Open Forum 2025 which will be held online on 13 December from 10.00 to 12.00 UK time.
We would like to meet you and invite you to submit a proposal for a pop-up presentation.
You don’t have to be a member of IATEFL to hand in your proposal

The format of the presentation is as follows:
• duration: 5-7 minutes
• powerpoint slides

👉Proposals should be sent to [email protected].
The deadline for submission is 14 November 2025, 16.00 (UK-time)

😊We are looking forward to hearing from you!

16/09/2025

🎓 Congratulations to Ho Yuen Raymond Cheung — our Mark Krzanowski Scholarship Winner 2026! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that Ho Yuen Raymond Cheung has been awarded the IATEFL ESPSIG Mark Krzanowski Scholarship 2026.

Raymond is a lecturer at HKU SPACE with four years of experience. He coordinates EAP and Applied Learning (Vocational English) courses, develops teaching materials and curriculum, manages the regular operations of the courses, and serves as the Experiential Learning Activity Coordinator.

Want to read more about Raymond’s work, the scholarship, and what it means? Visit the ESPSIG page 👉 https://espsig.iatefl.org/?p=4963

# ESPSIG

08/09/2025

Two days left! The IATEFL Conference 2026 is approaching, and this is your last chance to submit your proposals. If you want to be a part of this amazing event, act fast!

02/09/2025

📣Hey, ESPsig followers!
Exciting news! You can now register for Let's ESP!, our one-hour online event on November 12th. Get ready for an hour packed with networking and discussions all about English for Specific Purposes.
This is a great chance to connect with fellow ESP professionals, share your experiences, and expand your network.
What’s it all about?
✨ A relaxed, engaging space for ESP professionals and enthusiasts
🌍 Meet colleagues from around the world
💬 Share experiences, challenges, and creative solutions
🤝 Expand your network and join the global
Event Details:
📆 Date: 12 November 2025; 12:30 PM (UK-time)
📍 Venue: Online
💰 Fee: Free for everyone!
👉Ready to secure your spot? Register here: https://www.iatefl.org/event-details/ #/?id=714
Whether you’re working in ESP or just curious to learn more, this event is for you.
We can't wait to see you there!

26/08/2025

📣 Call for papers - 1 Week Left!
Don’t miss your chance to be published in the December 2025 issue of Professional and Academic English, the journal of IATEFL ESPSIG.
Are you involved in teaching or researching English for academic, professional, or occupational purposes? We’d love to hear from you!
Professional and Academic English, the journal of IATEFL ESPSIG (English for Specific Purposes Special Interest Group), is still accepting submissions for its upcoming issue.
✅ What we're looking for:
Articles on academic, professional, and occupational English
Short reports on classroom practices and teaching insights
Book reviews relevant to ESP and EAP professionals
Postgraduate research: share your MA or PhD work in our dedicated section!
📝 Format: Word document
📧 Send your submission to: [email protected]
📅 Deadline: 1 September 2025
🔗 Submission guidelines: https://espsig.iatefl.org
Whether you're an experienced educator, researcher, or postgraduate student, this is your chance to contribute to the ongoing conversation in English for Specific Purposes.
Let your voice be part of the dialogue!

20/08/2025

📢 We are delighted to announce our scholarship winners! 🏆

We look forward to welcoming 24 inspiring winners from 20 countries to next year – congratulations to you all! 🎉

With almost 900 applications, the quality and passion were truly outstanding, and choosing was no easy task for our generous sponsors and their reading panels. If you weren’t selected this time, please know how much we value your contribution to the IATEFL community – and we’d love to see your application again for our Birmingham 2027 conference!

www.iatefl.org/scholarships

12/08/2025

✨ Mark your calendar for an inspiring day!
The ESPSIG Online Open Forum 2025 takes place 13 December 2025 – a free, global online gathering for everyone passionate about English for Specific Purposes.

Expect engaging talks, fresh ideas, and a welcoming space to share and learn with the international ELT community.

📅 13 December 2025
💻 Online | 🌍 Open to all

Whether you’re teaching, researching, or simply curious about ESP, this is your chance to connect and be part of the conversation.

Follow us for updates – the programme will be announced soon!

07/08/2025

Reflections from our Roving Reporter – IATEFL Edinburgh 2025
Serge Petrenko, this year’s ESPSIG Roving Reporter Scholarship winner, shares his powerful insights on teaching ESP and EMI in wartime Ukraine, and how international collaboration fuels resilience and hope.
📖 Read the full interview here:
👉 https://espsig.iatefl.org/?p=4415
A heartfelt thank-you from the ESPSIG committee to Serge for bringing empathy, innovation, and advocacy to the global ESP stage.

04/08/2025

📣 Call for Papers – December 2025 Issue

Are you involved in teaching or researching English for academic, professional, or occupational purposes? We’d love to hear from you!

Professional and Academic English, the journal of IATEFL ESPSIG (English for Specific Purposes Special Interest Group), is now accepting submissions for its upcoming issue.

✅ What we're looking for:

Articles on academic, professional, and occupational English

Short reports on classroom practices and teaching insights

Book reviews relevant to ESP and EAP professionals

Postgraduate research: share your MA or PhD work in our dedicated section!

📝 Format: Word document
📧 Send your submission to: [email protected]
📅 Deadline: 1 September 2025
🔗 Submission guidelines: https://espsig.iatefl.org

Whether you're an experienced educator, researcher, or postgraduate student, this is your chance to contribute to the ongoing conversation in English for Specific Purposes.

Let your voice be part of the dialogue!

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