JWHA Annual Conference Proposals

JWHA Annual Conference Paper or Panel Proposal
Name*

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name (Optional)
If different from your legal name or how you’d like to appear in the program.
Email*
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Affiliation/Institution
Enter the institution, organization, or community group you are affiliated with. If none, you may write “Independent Scholar.”
Proposal Title*
Title of your presentation or proposed session.
Proposal Type (please choose one)*

Individual PaperPanel DiscussionRoundtableWorkshopOther (please explain)
Proposal Abstract (100–200 words)*

Summarize your proposal, including your research question, methods, historical context, and contribution to scholarship. Avoid faith-based or devotional assertions. Explain key terms, abbreviations, or references that may be unfamiliar to a general scholarly audience.0/200
Brief Bio (100–200 words)

Provide a concise professional or scholarly biography. Include academic background, relevant publications, or professional roles. Explain any background or experiences that connect you to your proposed topic.0/200
Audio/Visual Needs

Projector & ScreenMicrophoneAudio Playback (e.g., video or music)Internet AccessOther (please explain below)
Audio/Video: please explain any special technical needs or accommodations.*
What AV will you need for your presentation?
Additional Information (Optional)

Please use the next field to provide any relevant notes, such as the following:
- Explain scheduling limitations (e.g., cannot present Friday morning).
- Explain accessibility needs (e.g., seating, mobility, captioning).
- Explain if you’re submitting as part of a coordinated panel and list other panelists.
Please Explain: Additional Information
Any additional information you'd like to provide.
Willing to Chair or Moderate Another Session?

YesNoMaybe – please contact me
If applicable, please explain any relevant experience or preferences (e.g., “Comfortable moderating panels on 19th-century topics”).
Consent

JWHA asks that you acknowledge the following:
- JWHA standards for conference proposals.
- JWHA code of conduct.
Consent Agreement*

I confirm that the information provided is accurate and that I agree to abide by JWHA’s code of conduct, submission policies and deadlines.
If applicable: please explain any potential conflicts or questions you may have about participation.
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JWHA Annual Conference Paper or Panel Proposal

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