Call for Proposals

Presentation Format

Sessions at the 2027 conference will fall broadly into two formats:

1. Presentation Sessions

These sessions are best suited for high-impact research presentations and keynote content intended for the full conference audience, with attendee engagement structured through a Q&A system. These sessions may last for up to one hour.

2. Interactive Workshops

Workshops will be hosted as live Zoom meetings, where attendees can be seen and heard, join breakout rooms, and participate directly with presenters and each other. Best suited for creative, innovative, interactive sessions that focus on skills-building, hands-on activities, and facilitated dialogue. Workshops may last for up to two hours.

Submission Requirements

Title

Concise, engaging, and memorable. The title should give attendees a clear sense of the session’s focus.

Session Description (to be used in conference promotional materials)

In 100 words or fewer, describe what participants will do during the session and what they will take away from it. Use short, clear sentences. This description will appear in conference promotional materials and SNEB reserves the right to edit it for length and clarity.

Learning Objectives

List three to four learning objectives that will be met through the session. Objectives should be realistic for the session format and length.

Intended Audience

Successful sessions should appeal to specific audiences. Sessions that appeal to “everyone” may lack clarity of focus.

Impacts and Takeaways

Organizers should take care that their session offers insights, tools, or connections that can be applied to the research and/or practice of session attendees.

Conference Theme Alignment

Proposed programs should incorporate or be in conversation with at least one thread of the conference theme.

Moderators and Presenters

Need to be familiar with the subject and have firsthand experience with the audience of interest.

Criteria for Acceptance

All proposals will be reviewed by the Programs Committee guided by the following questions:

• How well does the proposed session serve SNEB members and conference attendees?
• How clearly does the proposed session connect to the 2027 theme?
• How effectively will the proposed session utilize the selected session format?

FAQs

General Submission Questions

When are proposals due?

Proposals are due by Friday, October 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.

How do I submit a proposal?

Proposals are accepted online only at [link] (coming soon).

Do I have to be an SNEB member to submit?

Yes. All proposals must be submitted by an SNEB member. Non-members are welcome to be listed as speakers or contributors, but at least one organizer must be a current member.

I’m not a member yet. Can I join and then submit?

Yes. Membership must be active at the time of submission. Join at https://sneb.org/membership/why-join/.

Can I submit more than one proposal?

Yes, you may, as long as each proposal is unique and well-considered.

Can I save a draft and come back to it later?

Yes, you may save drafts within the submission platform.

What happens if my proposal is missing information?

Incomplete proposals will not be considered. Before submitting, make sure every required task is completed.

 

Session Formats

What types of sessions can I propose?

There are two formats:

• Presentation Sessions: up to one hour, best for high-impact research and content
  for the full conference audience. Attendees engage through a Q&A system.
• Interactive Workshops: up to two hours, held as live meetings where attendees
  can be seen and heard, join breakout rooms, and participate directly.

How do I know which format fits my session?

Choose Presentation Sessions if your main goal is sharing findings or expertise with a large audience. Choose Interactive Workshops if your session centers on skills-building, hands-on activities, or facilitated discussion.

Can I request a specific presentation day or time?

No. Scheduling is determined by the Program Committee.

 

Presenters and Moderators

I’m a student or new professional. Can I still present?

Yes. SNEB encourages teams that pair emerging and experienced presenters

Is there a limit on the number of presenters per session?

There is not a numerical limit on the number of presenters, but organizers should take the session time and format into consideration when determining the number of presenters.

Do moderators and presenters have to register for the conference?

Yes, all moderators and presenters must register for conference.

Can I list speakers as “TBD”? Can I change presenters after my proposal is accepted?

Complete information for all speakers is required at the time of submission. You may
however update or change speakers due to lack of availability, reviewer feedback, etc.

What about conflicts of interest or disclosures?

All speakers must submit disclosure information in the system. Failure to disclose may
disqualify the session.

 

After Submission

How are proposals reviewed?

Proposals are peer-reviewed using criteria such as relevance to theme, clarity of
objectives, quality of content, interactivity, speaker expertise, and representation of diverse perspectives.

When will I be notified?

Acceptance notifications are typically sent in December.

If accepted, what are the next steps?

You will be asked to:

• Confirm presenter availability for any session time during the conference
• Register for the conference (all speakers must register)
• Submit presentation slides, bios, and photos by the posted deadlines
• Ensure slides follow SNEB guidelines (e.g., disclosure slide, accessible design, 16:9 format)

 

Support

Who should I contact with questions?

Please reach out to Paul Bierman at [email protected].