Writing Conference Proposals

Today's Outcomes!

• examine Calls for Proposals for requirements
• describe characteristics of successful & rejected conference proposals
• select a conference and begin writing a proposal

The CfP

Initial Considerations . . .

keywords & buzzwords

themes & tracks

articulate learning outcomes

session formats

review previous programs

audience engagement

Proposal Requirements

Learning Outcomes

"attendees will be able to ..."

• what's the point?
• focus on the audience
• action verbs!
• make 'em measurable

more suggestions . . .

• submit more than 1 proposal
• re-imagine old proposals
• follow instructions
• share with colleagues

Your Turn!