12ème Conférence internationale sur la formation judiciaire - Bordeaux 2026

The National School for the Judiciary is proud to host the 12th International Organization of Judicial Training (IOJT) Conference from November 8 to 12, 2026.

This international summit, bringing together representatives from 139 institutes across 78 countries, focus on preparing judges for the complexities of the contemporary world—specifically challenges related to emerging technologies, transnational crime, and the Rule of Law. 

By addressing the dual threats of transnational crime and rapid technological shifts, the conference aims to fortify the judge’s role as a primary guardian of the rule of law in the 21st century.

The conference will feature plenary sessions for global strategic reflection and thematic workshops for in-depth technical exchanges. Simultaneous interpretation for plenary sessions will be provided in at least French and English.

Sunday, November 8

• Afternoon : Welcome of delegations, registration, and distribution of badges.

• Evening : Welcome cocktail to officially launch the event in a convivial atmosphere. The Welcome cocktail will be held at the ENM school. 

Monday, November 9

• Morning : Opening plenary session.

• Lunch : Standing buffet lunch (at the ENM school).

• Afternoon : Thematic workshops.

• Evening : The Gala Dinner will take place at the sumptuous Palais de la Bourse, a jewel of 18th-century French architecture. Located across from the famous "Miroir d’eau" (Water Mirror), this prestigious evening invites you to experience the excellence of French gastronomy accompanied by diverse entertainment, celebrating the unity and exchange between judicial training institutes from around the world.

Tuesday, November 10

• Morning : Continuation of thematic workshops.

• Lunch : Standing buffet lunch.

• Afternoon : 

  • AGRASC auction (Agency for the Recovery and Management of Seized and Confiscated Assets).

  • Optional (additional cost): Cultural activities (visit to the Cité du Vin or Château de la Brède) to discover Bordeaux's heritage.

Wednesday, November 11

• Full Day : Dedicated to professional exchanges.

• Lunch : Standing buffet lunch (at the ENM school).

Thursday, November 12

• Morning : Thematic workshops.

  • Plenary session : Workshop reports and summaries.

  • Closing remarks.

• Lunch : Final standing buffet lunch (at the ENM school and in option with additional cost).

• Afternoon : free optional visits to local judicial institutions (to be confirmed).

The event will primarily take place at the École nationale de la magistrature (ENM), located at 10 rue des Frères Bonie, 33000 Bordeaux.

From Bordeaux Saint-Jean Train Station

• By Tram (Recommended):

  • Option 1: Take Line F (direction Arsac / Gare de Blanquefort) and get off at the "Palais de Justice" stop. This is a direct 15-minute journey that drops you right at the school's entrance.

  • Option 2 : Take Line C (direction Parc des Expos) or Line D (direction Cantinolle). Get off at "Porte de Bourgogne," then transfer to Line A (direction Mérignac Soleil) and get off at "Palais de Justice".

• By Taxi: Approximately 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic.

From Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (BOD)

• By Tram: Line A directly connects the airport to the city center. Get off at the "Palais de Justice" stop. The journey takes about 35 minutes.

• By Shuttle (Bus 30'Direct): This shuttle connects the airport to the Saint-Jean train station in 30 minutes without intermediate stops.

• By Taxi: Approximately 30 to 45 minutes depending on the time of day.

Accessibility: The "Palais de Justice" tram stop (Line A) is located less than a 2-minute walk from the school's main entrance.

Taxis and Private Transport To facilitate your travel from the airport or the station, here are the main taxi services in Bordeaux:

• Taxi Télé: +33 (0)5 56 96 00 34 (The largest fleet in the city).

• Taxis Girondins: +33 (0)5 56 22 21 03.

• Uber & Bolt: These apps are widely available in Bordeaux and work very well for city trips.

Note : We recommend booking your taxi in advance for your departure on Thursday afternoon.

Accommodation

Below is a list of hotels, some partners hotels are offering preferential rates. We recommend booking in advance.

5-Star Hotels *****

• Hotel Intercontinental Bordeaux : 

  • 8 min walk.

  • 14 min by tram.

  • 8 min by taxi.

• Le Boutique Hotel Bordeaux :

  • 14 min walk.

  • 10 min by bus. 

  • 7 min by taxi.

4-Star Hotels ****

• Novotel Bordeaux Centre Ville : To benefit from a preferential rate of €155/night, please use this link.

  • 6 min walk.

• Hôtel Mercure Bordeaux Centre-Ville : To benefit from a preferential rate of €155/night, please use this link.

  • 12 min walk.

  • 8 min by tram.

  • 5 min by taxi.

• FirstName Bordeaux (Hyatt) :

  • 8 min walk.

  • 7 min by bus. 

  • 7 min by taxi.

3-Star Hotels ***

• Aparthotel Adagio Bordeaux Gambetta :

  • 9 min walk.

  • 7 min by bus.

  • 4 min by taxi.

• Ibis Bordeaux Centre Mériadeck : To benefit from a preferential rate, please contact the hotel reception directly via email at h0950@accor.com, mentioning that you are attending the 12th IOJT Conference (International Organization for Judicial Training).

  • 5 min walk.

• Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre :

  • 16 min walk.

  • 11 min by tram.

  • 13 min by taxi.

2-Star Hotels **

• Hôtel Gambetta Bordeaux :

  • 10 min walk.

  • 10 min by bus.

  • 2 min by car.

• Ibis budget Bordeaux Centre Mériadeck :

  • 5 min walk.

Climate: In November, Bordeaux can be cool (around 10-12°C / 50-54°F) and damp.

The school site in Bordeaux is fully accessible to persons with reduced mobility (PRM).

Activities for participants & guests 

To make the most of your stay, we have selected iconic experiences of French heritage. Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers many options:

• Luxury Shopping: The "triangle d'Or" and Rue Sainte-Catherine (Europe’s longest shopping and pedestrian street).

• Culture: The Grand Théâtre, the Musée d'Aquitaine, and the "Bassins des Lumières" (digital art center).

• Gastronomy: French cooking classes or wine tastings in the historic center’s wine bars.

Extend Your Stay (pre or post-Conference)

• Saint-Émilion: Medieval village and world-famous vineyards (45 min by train).

• Arcachon Bay: The Dune du Pilat (Europe’s tallest sand dune) and oyster-farming villages (1-hour drive).

• Cognac: Visit the famous Cognac houses (1.5 hours from Bordeaux).

• Paris: Explore the capital, just 2 hours away by high-speed train. You can book your tickets on the sncf website.

The IOJT is pleased to provide scholarship opportunity to assist in partially covering costs associated with attending the 12th International Conference on Training of the Judiciary.

The Application and Support forms must be submitted in English electronically to IOJT no later than June 30, 2026, for consideration.

Applicant Guidelines: 

• Must work (full-time or part-time) with an institute who is a current IOJT member.
• Must demonstrate the unavailability of Institute to partially or fully fund costs of attending the IOJT Conference.
• Must submit a completed Scholarship Supporter form from their Institute’s President or other senior executive.

Recipient Guidelines:

• Recipient who subsequently leaves a position from their respective Institute or cancels their attendance for any reason, will forfeit the scholarship and no longer be eligible to use. IOJT will require reimbursement from Institute of any costs incurred.
• Recipient will be introduced at the conference opening.Recipient must submit a written testimonial summary on conference benefits within 30 days after the conference.
• Recipient must agree to allow IOJT to use testimonial.

How do I apply for the IOJT Scholarship?

• Complete the IOJT Conference Scholarship Application.
• Submit along with completed IOJT Conference Scholarship Supporter form from your member Institute’s President or other senior executive.
• The Application and Support forms must be submitted in English electronically to IOJT no later than June 30, 2026, for consideration.

Award Distribution:

• Application will be reviewed and approved by the IOJT Board of Executives.
• There will not be any reimbursements to the applicant. Rather, all costs will be paid for by IOJT through direct billing. Applicants will not be reimbursed for airfare purchased by themselves or other means (i.e., travel agent, etc.).

Application Deadline

• The application deadline is June 30, 2026. Applications received after deadline will not be considered.
• Applicants will be notified of approval or denial no later than July 30, 2026.