Proposal Submission Guidelines:

The Conference Planning Committee invites proposals for the 25th 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 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: March 12-13, 2026

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

·   Theme: The Power of Us: Unity in the Fight for Justice   

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.

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:

• Title of the 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, CV/Resume

• Selected Conference Track

• Submission Title

• Abstract: A brief description of the session (for the program; 60-75 words).

• Summary: More detailed description of the session (250-300 words) including evidence (citations) and should show relevance to the selected conference track.

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

• Learning Objectives: List 3 specific and measurable learning outcomes for participants.

Submission Instructions

• Deadline for Submission: October 1, 2025

• Submission Method: Please submit your proposals via our online submission portal at https://forms.gle/DQw3zHvWoBF44wZj8

• Notification of Acceptance: On or before October 31, 2025

*Note 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 Planning Committee at crosscultural.conf@gmail.com.

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