The 9th World Conference of the International Confederation of Principals was organised by the Academy of Principals (Singapore) with the support of the Ministry of Education, National Institute of Education and Singapore Tourism Board from 6-10 July 2009. The conference brought over 2000 participants to learn from and share with pre-eminent educators, world leaders, national political identities, researchers, and principals. The conference provided Singapore with an opportunity to highlight its education policies and practices. Principals Academy provided the project management for the event.