Proposal Submission Guidelines:

The Conference Planning Committee invites proposals for the 26th Annual National Cross-Cultural Counseling and Education Conference for Research, Action, and Change (NCCEC). This conference aims to bring together scholars, practitioners, and students to explore innovative, interdisciplinary strategies and research with a focus on social justice advocacy and community building. We are seeking submissions for 50-minute educational sessions, 30-minute roundtable discussions, and graduate student poster sessions.

Major Topics Include:

• • Identity Development (i.e., racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, spiritual/religious, and ability)

  • Majority Privilege and Social Group Impact

  • Cultural and Ethical Competencies in Counseling, Supervision, and Education

  • Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism

  • Social Justice, Social Advocacy, and Social Action

  • Racial and Cultural Issues in Community, School, and Higher Education Settings

Conference Details: 

·   Date: April 9-10, 2027 (New conference days: Friday-Saturday)

·   Location: The University of North Carolina at Charlotte (Charlotte, NC)

·   Theme: Legacy in Action: Honoring the Past, Empowering the Present, Transforming the Future   

Presentation Format Options:

Educational Session Proposals (50-Minute Sessions) We invite proposals for 50-minute educational sessions that focus on innovative practices, research findings, and theoretical advancements related to the conference topics in counseling, social work, psychology, education, and related fields. Sessions should aim to be interactive and provide practical takeaways for participants.

Roundtable Sessions (30 Minutes) New to NCCEC, we invite you to facilitate an interactive discussion, exchange ideas, and engage in focused conversation related to the conference topics in counseling, social work, psychology, education, and related fields. Sessions should aim to be interactive and provide practical takeaways for participants.

Graduate Student Poster Sessions We encourage graduate students to submit proposals for poster presentations showcasing their research or innovative practices related to social justice in counseling, social work, psychology, education, and related fields. This is an excellent opportunity for students to present their work, receive feedback, and network with professionals in the field.

Submission Requirements:

• Choice of Session or Poster

• Primary Presenter(s) Information:

  • • Name

    • Credentials

    • Affiliation

    • Contact Information (email, phone)

    • Brief Biography (max 150 words)

    • Abbreviated CV/Resume

• Additional Presenter(s) Information*

  • • Name, credentials, affiliation, abbreviated CV/Resume

• Selected Conference Track

• Submission Title

• Abstract: A brief description of the session (for the program; limited to 60 words).

• Summary: More detailed description of the session, including evidence (citations). The summary should show relevance to the selected conference track. (Limited to 300 words)

• References: List at least 3 peer-reviewed references within the past 5 years.

• Learning Objectives: List 3 specific and measurable learning outcomes for participants. Use format: "Participants will..."

Submission Instructions

• Deadline for Submission: November 30, 2026

• Submission Method: Please submit your proposals via our online submission portal at https://forms.gle/KnLXZGv6dEgxePsh7 

• Notification of Acceptance: On or before December 20, 2026

*Note that correspondence will only be sent to the Primary Presenter. The Primary Presenter will be responsible for sharing information with co-presenter(s).

Additional Information

• Conference Registration: All presenters must register for the conference. Details on registration fees and procedures will be provided upon acceptance of the proposal.

• Contact Information: For any questions regarding your proposal submission, please contact the committee at crosscultural.conf@gmail.com.

We look forward to receiving your proposals and to a dynamic and enriching conference experience!