2025 Call for Abstracts

You may submit an abstract for one of the following formats below.

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Emerging Leader Showcase Presentation

• 10-12 minute presentation with time for questions afterward

• Eligible applicants for this showcase include:

  • Current students who are interested in public health and/or pursuing a degree

  • Early career professionals who have been practicing in the field for less than 5 years

  • First-time presenters are encouraged to apply

• Applicants selected for presentations in the showcase will receive a scholarship to attend the conference

• Applicants may submit abstract proposals based on work completed in graduate/undergraduate courses

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Lecture

• 20-minute presentation with time afterward for questions

• This is a typical conference presentation, usually presented with slides 

• Does not need to include interactive components (although they are welcome)

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Skill-building Session

• Approximately 1-hour to 1-hour and 15-minutes long

• Skill-building sessions must be interactive and include hands-on learning or practice for attendees

• There should be time built into the presentation for attendees to explore new tools, practice skills, or engage in discussions that foster learning

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Walk and learn – asynchronous session

• • Approximately 15-30 minutes long

  • Audio-only format (podcast style) that allow people to engage with the topic away from their desk 

  • This format enables presenters to focus on digital storytelling and offer an opportunity for speakers with community-based expertise to share their experiences  

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