Vogue Codes returns for 11th year with Katherine Bennell-Pegg

Vogue Australia has announced the return of Vogue Codes for its 11th year, with the STEM and technology initiative running nationally from June to September.

Astronaut and 2026 Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg will headline this year’s program.

The 2026 theme, Optimism in motion: Acting now to shape the future, will focus on technology and innovation across medicine, business, sustainability and culture.

Supporting partners include the Australian Secret Intelligence Service, Logitech, QT Sydney, Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University, Qantas and TechnologyOne.

The program includes the Vogue Codes Summit, Vogue Codes Con for university students, and the Visionary Women’s Lunch.

Vogue Australia Editorial Director and Publisher Edwina McCann said:

“For over a decade, Vogue Codes has championed women shaping the future of technology. Our 'Optimism in motion' theme this year underscores our commitment to actively building a more equitable and advanced future. With an exceptional line-up of speakers and the support of our partners, we are set to inspire the next generation of female innovators.”

According to Vogue Australia, the brand reaches an audience of 859,000 across platforms and has a social media audience of more than three million.

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