CALL FOR PROPOSALS: 24th Annual Diversity Conference

Diversity Conference Programming Committee
The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Current Landscape

Brockport's 24th Annual Diversity Conference

The Diversity Conference seeks to promote open-mindedness, celebrate diversity, and promote awareness of divergent views on our college campus and within our communities. The conference also serves as a forum in which to establish or enhance self-awareness in relation to community building endeavors.

Using an equity, diversity and inclusion framework, this year’s conference will expand on current efforts to Build a Better Brockport. This year’s Diversity Conference explores how equity, diversity, and inclusion take shape in the present moment, as these efforts face increased challenge and opposition. Through the lens of current events and lived experiences, we will examine how our understanding of these values continues to evolve. Conference participants will gather to learn, reflect, and gain tools to recognize and eliminate bias, foster inclusion, and care for one another. In a time when EDI efforts are under heightened scrutiny, this conference affirms their importance and creates space for collective learning and connection.
PROPOSALS

This year, we ask that all proposed presentations relate to the above-mentioned conference theme, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Our Current Landscape.

We invite and encourage students, faculty and staff to submit a proposal. We request proposals that are 45 - 75 minutes in length (including Q&A) that relate to the conference theme. Presentations should focus on research or evidence-based actions that result in awareness, knowledge and skill development referencing one or more of the above-mentioned conference themes.

*PLEASE NOTE: Student presenters must co-present with a faculty and/or staff member.

Programs may include one or more of the following EDI relevant suggested categories:
• Culturally responsive/relevant practices and teaching strategies in engaging diverse populations
• Effective recruitment and retention efforts of underrepresented populations
• Utilizing diversity data as a benchmark for systemic and strategic change
• Recognizing and addressing power, privilege and difference
• Gender Equity
• Restorative Justice Initiatives
• Social and cultural differences (e.g. race, language, socioeconomic class, religious beliefs, sexuality, etc.)
• Policy development for practices of inclusive excellence
• Cross-cultural communication/ Difficult Conversations
• Impact of media/social media on EDI advancement efforts
• Other - we will also consider proposals that may not fall under one of the above categories, but you feel is of importance and relevant to the conference.
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINES

* Proposal Submission: Friday, April 24, 2026
NOTE: Please be aware that not all proposals submitted for presentation may be accepted. Presenters accepted for this conference do not receive honorarium, speaker’s fee or reimbursement of expenses associated with presenting at this conference. Presentation supplies and copying services are not provided. All presentations may be recorded for rebroadcast on campus for educational purposes.
To submit a proposal for the 2026 Diversity Conference, please complete the online form, below.
PRESENTER INFORMATION
Presenter's Name Presenter's Name First Last
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Are you a student?

Are you a student? Yes No
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Organization/College/Institution
Address Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Presenter's Phone Presenter's Phone - ### - ### ####
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Please attach a brief biography of 100 words or less. Examples of bios are provided below:

Examples of Bios:
-Linda Snell, DNS, RN, is a member of the Brockport nursing faculty and serves as associate dean for the School of Health and Human Performance. An experienced women’s health nurse practitioner, she has presented and published for many years on the health care needs of women with disabilities. She has recently expanded her research interests into the broader experiences and concerns of women with disabilities. Dr. Snell acquired an orthopedic disability 11 years ago after a serious injury was misdiagnosed following a fall.

-Dina Faticone is the program manager for the Healthi Kids Initiative, a coalition working to prevent childhood overweight and obesity through public policy change. Prior to joining the Finger Lakes Health Systems Agency in 2012, she spent more than 10 years working in the development field. Her passion for working closely with communities has led her to work in South Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and Washington, DC. Dina is a native of Rochester and holds a master’s degree in Sustainable Development from Brandeis University’s Heller School for Social Policy and Management.

Sample Student/Alumni Bio
-Rebekah Feller ’13 earned a bachelor of science in history with teacher certification at The College at Brockport, and she is currently pursuing a master’s degree in literacy education at the College. Ms. Feller’s commitment to the College community as an undergraduate is evident through her work as a resident assistant, a leadership role in the Teachers, Educators, Administrators, Counselors, Human Resources/Services (TEACH) Association, and as a member of the Sankofa African Dance and Drumming Ensemble and the Brockport Symphony Orchestra. Her commitment to the local community is exemplified in her work as a leader in Brockport Community Development days and as a camp counselor for the ARC of Orleans County.

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Presenter's Bio
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filenames should not contain more than one period (.)
CO-PRESENTER INFORMATION
Co-presenter's Name Co-presenter's Name First Last
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Title
Organization/College/Institution
Address Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Co-presenter's Phone Co-presenter's Phone - ### - ### ####
Co-presenter's Email
Co-presenter's Bio
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SECOND CO-PRESENTER INFORMATION
Second Co-presenter's Name Second Co-presenter's Name First Last
What are your pronouns?
Title
Organization/College/Institution
Address Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Second Co-presenter's Phone Second Co-presenter's Phone - ### - ### ####
Second Co-presenter's Email
Second Co-presenter's Bio
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filenames should not contain more than one period (.)
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Do any of the presenters have dietary restrictions or require any special accommodations?

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONSDo any of the presenters have dietary restrictions or require any special accommodations? No Yes, please specify Yes, please specify
PROPOSALS

Only proposals that reflect the theme of "Creating Brave Spaces" will be considered. Proposals should be for 45-75 minute sessions (including time for Q&A).

Presentations, roundtables, panel discussions, and poster presentations will be considered.
Session Title
Type of Proposal

Type of Proposal Presentation Roundtable Panel Discussion Poster Proposals (Students)
Length of Session

Length of Session 45 minutes 75 minutes
ABSTRACT

Please review the abstract sample below and upload your abstract. (100-150 words maximum)

SAMPLE ABSTRACTS:

-This session will describe how three local efforts: HEART, Healthy Kids, and Project HOPE are championing health access and equity through partnerships, community engagement and implementing policy and systems changes. Attendees will gain an understanding of the program goals for each of these initiatives, how they have worked together to achieve positive outcomes and key ways they are engaging the community to prevent chronic disease.

-This workshop will present an anecdotal travelogue on the experiences of a Brockport international student from the UK studying and living in Vietnam. The workshop’s goal is to expose participants to Vietnamese culture in an effort to dispel common misconceptions many Americans still hold in thinking of Vietnam through the prism of the Vietnam War. This workshop will highlight the presenter’s experiences of surviving in a new culture, examine how bridges were built in the community, and assess questions of gender equality in an effort to embrace and appreciate differences.
Abstract submission
maximum 5 files whose total size may not be more than 10MB
filenames should not contain more than one period (.)
Each workshop will be presented in a room equipped with an Internet access, DVD player, projector, and screen. Please note that presenters should have their own laptops, tablets or computers. If you require other equipment to present your workshop, please list it below and we will try to accommodate your request. Room assignments will be made one to two weeks prior to the conference and will be based on the number of participants registered for your workshop.
MEDIA RELEASE AGREEMENT
I do hereby consent to participate in interviews, the use of quotes, and the taking of photographs, movies or video tapes in association with SUNY-Brockport, Diversity Conference. I also grant SUNY-Brockport the right to edit, use, and reuse said products for non-profit purposes including use in print, on the internet, and all other forms of media.

In addition, I hereby allow the release of any materials provided and shared at my workshop(s).

I also hereby release SUNY-Brockport, and its agents and employees from all claims, demands, and liabilities whatsoever in connection with the above. I am of full and legal age, and I have read this release and am familiar with its contents.

NOTE: Speakers accepted for Educational Sessions at this conference do not receive honorarium, speakers fee or reimbursement of expenses associated with presenting at this conference. Workshop supplies and copying services are not provided. All workshops may be recorded for rebroadcast on campus for educational purposes.

If available, presenters are required to submit supporting presentation materials by March 21, 2025. These materials will not be available to Conference attendees until after the Diversity Conference. Presentations will be for student use and will be posted to the SUNY Open Access Repository (SOAR) one week following the Conference.

Please submit your presentation materials to diversityconference@brockport.edu by Friday February 14, 2025.

I do hereby consent to participate in interviews, the use of quotes, and the taking of photographs, movies or video tapes in association with SUNY-Brockport, Diversity Conference. I also grant SUNY-Brockport the right to edit, use, and reuse said products for non-profit purposes including use in print, on the internet, and all other forms of media. In addition, I hereby allow the release of any materials provided and shared at my workshop(s). I also hereby release SUNY-Brockport, and its agents and employees from all claims, demands, and liabilities whatsoever in connection with the above. I am of full and legal age, and I have read this release and am familiar with its contents. NOTE: Speakers accepted for Educational Sessions at this conference do not receive honorarium, speakers fee or reimbursement of expenses associated with presenting at this conference. Workshop supplies and copying services are not provided. All workshops may be recorded for rebroadcast on campus for educational purposes. If available, presenters are required to submit supporting presentation materials by March 21, 2025. These materials will not be available to Conference attendees until after the Diversity Conference. Presentations will be for student use and will be posted to the SUNY Open Access Repository (SOAR) one week following the Conference. Please submit your presentation materials to diversityconference@brockport.edu by Friday February 14, 2025. I agree
* Speakers accepted for educational sessions at this conference do not receive honorarium, speakers fees, travel expenses or reimbursement for other expenses associated with presenting. All workshops may be recorded for rebroadcast on campus for educational purposes.
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Please click on the "Submit" button below to submit your proposal. The Diversity Conference Programming Committee will review your proposal and notify the applicant of their decision. If you have any questions, please contact diversityconference@brockport.edu

CALL FOR PROPOSALS: 24th Annual Diversity Conference

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Current Landscape

PROPOSALS

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINES

To submit a proposal for the 2026 Diversity Conference, please complete the online form, below.

PRESENTER INFORMATION

CO-PRESENTER INFORMATION

SECOND CO-PRESENTER INFORMATION

PROPOSALS Only proposals that reflect the theme of "Creating Brave Spaces" will be considered. Proposals should be for 45-75 minute sessions (including time for Q&A). Presentations, roundtables, panel discussions, and poster presentations will be considered.

MEDIA RELEASE AGREEMENT

* Speakers accepted for educational sessions at this conference do not receive honorarium, speakers fees, travel expenses or reimbursement for other expenses associated with presenting. All workshops may be recorded for rebroadcast on campus for educational purposes.

Please click on the "Submit" button below to submit your proposal. The Diversity Conference Programming Committee will review your proposal and notify the applicant of their decision. If you have any questions, please contact diversityconference@brockport.edu

PROPOSALS

Only proposals that reflect the theme of "Creating Brave Spaces" will be considered. Proposals should be for 45-75 minute sessions (including time for Q&A).

Presentations, roundtables, panel discussions, and poster presentations will be considered.