Call for Abstracts to present at the Thriving Women 2022 Conference
The Thriving Women Conference Committee is inviting abstract submissions for the Thriving Women 2022 conference (TW2022) to be held at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre, Hahndorf during 21 – 22 February 2022.
In 2022, the conference theme is The Impact of Us, which seeks to acknowledge and foster the impact women are having on their own lives, businesses, communities and industries.
As a greater collective of us, every woman and man has the potential to impact the agricultural sector, strengthening its foundations for women.
Overview
In hosting the TW2022 conference, WoTL Ltd will bring together delegates to address the business needs, issues and opportunities for women and to develop strategies for building resilient communities.
The stimulating and supportive environment of Thriving Women 2022:
We are excited to deliver a conference that will attract and engage women connected through agriculture from across Australia and are seeking presenters across a range of topics to fill a dynamic and engaging conference program.
Benefits of being a Thriving Women 2022 Presenter
There are many benefits associated with presenting at Thriving Women 2022:
Four Step Abstract Submission Plan
1. Select Your Presentation Topic
The 2022 Conference theme is The Impact of Us and has four key focus areas, to explore the following topics in a changing environment:
2. Select Your Presentation Type
The availability of presentations is largely based around “Toolbox Talks” - the idea being that whilst the audience is presented content, they are also given something to add to their “tool box” to take home and put into practice – a new skill, a plan, new information.
We imagine this could fit into one of the following format options:
3. Prepare Your Documentation
Make sure you include:
4. Submit
Agree to the Terms and Conditions
Submission Process:
The Thriving Women Conference Committee is inviting abstract submissions for the Thriving Women 2022 conference (TW2022) to be held at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre, Hahndorf during 21 – 22 February 2022.
In 2022, the conference theme is The Impact of Us, which seeks to acknowledge and foster the impact women are having on their own lives, businesses, communities and industries.
As a greater collective of us, every woman and man has the potential to impact the agricultural sector, strengthening its foundations for women.
Overview
In hosting the TW2022 conference, WoTL Ltd will bring together delegates to address the business needs, issues and opportunities for women and to develop strategies for building resilient communities.
The stimulating and supportive environment of Thriving Women 2022:
- builds the capacity and confidence of emerging women leaders to take on influential and decision-making roles.
- encourages the development of networks to share a common passion for primary production.
- increases awareness, understanding and opportunities of the diverse roles of women in the agricultural sector.
- fosters participation in programs and awards that recognise the contribution and potential of women.
- raises the profile of agribusiness and the contribution being made by women towards a prosperous sustainable future for agriculture in Australia.
We are excited to deliver a conference that will attract and engage women connected through agriculture from across Australia and are seeking presenters across a range of topics to fill a dynamic and engaging conference program.
Benefits of being a Thriving Women 2022 Presenter
There are many benefits associated with presenting at Thriving Women 2022:
- It is an opportunity to show your industry expertise to conference delegates and sponsors.
- You have access to a discounted ticket for the day of your presentation or for the full conference.
- Opportunities to share your contact details with delegates.
- You will receive an evaluation report incorporating feedback from delegates at your presentation.
- You will be provided with a social media tile acknowledging your selection that you can use to promote yourself and your business.
- Inclusion in the Conference Handbook and a short description on the website.
- You will be promoted on WoTL and Thriving Women 2022 social media platforms.
- You will be given access and license to any photographs and recordings taken during your presentation to use within your own business promotion.
Four Step Abstract Submission Plan
1. Select Your Presentation Topic
The 2022 Conference theme is The Impact of Us and has four key focus areas, to explore the following topics in a changing environment:
- Building Strong Foundations - understanding the importance of strong foundations and how to build them for your personal, professional and business development.
- Future Frameworks - frameworks and approaches to help deal with future trends, challenges and demands.
- Cultivating Curiosity - how to build creativity, innovation and explore entrepreneurship
- The Power of Storytelling - showcasing the impact of women through storytelling and case studies.
2. Select Your Presentation Type
The availability of presentations is largely based around “Toolbox Talks” - the idea being that whilst the audience is presented content, they are also given something to add to their “tool box” to take home and put into practice – a new skill, a plan, new information.
We imagine this could fit into one of the following format options:
- an interactive workshop – where content is presented, participants are given activities to complete, skills are learnt, and with key messages to takeaway
- a camp fire session - traditional presentation followed by generous time where the presenter facilitates a discussion with the audience inviting comments, insights and questions from the room
- a traditional presentation with a small number of Q&A at the completion of the presentation
- other – got a great idea for a session? – we are open to ideas – pitch us your format and content and we will consider it!
3. Prepare Your Documentation
Make sure you include:
- your name and contact details
- presentation title (15-word limit)
- your biography (100-word limit)
- details of any co-presenters and their biographies
- your abstract/description of presentation (300-word limit)
- details of your previous presentation experience
- three key learnings your presentation will deliver/demonstrate
- a high resolution photo of yourself that you approve for publication (.jpg preferred)
4. Submit
- Submit your proposal
- Once submitted a message will appear on your computer screen that says “Thank you. Your information has been submitted. A confirmation email will be sent in the next few days.”
- A few days after submitting you will receive a confirmation email from programTWC@wotl.com.au
Agree to the Terms and Conditions
- If due to Covid or other unforeseen circumstances Thriving Women 2022 cannot be held in a face-to-face format, the conference will move to a virtual platform and workshop presenters will need to deliver their presentation online via WoTL’s videoconferencing platform. (The online sessions will be facilitated by Conference Organisers and technical support will be provided to presenters).
- Out-of-pocket expenses including travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the presenter. Having travel insurance is recommended as WoTL will not refund these costs if the conference is cancelled or the format is changed.
- Presentations may be recorded, and images captured by WoTL. These will remain the property of WoTL, and content may be used at WoTL’s discretion in future activities. Presenters will be given licence to use these images and recordings within their own business promotions.
- Confirmed presenters wanting to participate in conference proceedings outside of their presentation time slot will be required to purchase a non-refundable conference ticket (day or full registration) which will be offered at a discounted rate.
- Submissions that do not follow the guidelines, are incomplete or received after the due date will only be considered at the discretion of the Committee.
Submission Process:
- Abstracts are to be submitted online via the Abstract Call webpage: www.thrivingwomen.com.au/abstract-call
- Submissions close 5pm, 4th August 2021
- Submitted abstracts will be reviewed by the Program Selection Committee.
- The Program Selection Committee may contact applicants to negotiate the content and/or format of the proposed presentation.
- All submissions will be notified of the outcome.
- Further questions can be directed to: programTWC@wotl.com.au.
