Call for proposals!

The Sexual Violence Center is seeking dynamic presenters for the Building Bridges Conference 2024, to be held on November 20, 2024, at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Minnesota. We invite proposals for 75-minute workshops that align with our conference mission to connect professionals, share strategies, and collaborate to create a stronger, unified approach to survivor care.

Proposal Submission Deadline: 5:00 PM CST, Friday, October 3rd, 2024

Submit your proposal!
Submission Process

Please submit your complete proposal by 5:00 PM CST on Friday, October 3rd, 2024. All proposals will be reviewed by our conference planning committee, and selected presenters will be notified by November 1, 2024.

Conference Goals

The Building Bridges Conference 2024 aims to unite professionals from various fields to share strategies, collaborate, and create a stronger, more cohesive approach to survivor care. By presenting at this conference, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to this mission and inspire others in the field.

Workshop Focus Areas

We are looking for workshops that focus on sexual assault advocacy and medical forensic nursing, with an emphasis on survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally competent approaches. Proposals should present innovative strategies and best practices, with an expectation to include time for Q&A. We encourage creative formats that foster audience participation and discussion.

Target Audience
  • Advocates
  • Survivors
  • Law Enforcement
  • Healthcare Providers
  • Prosecutors and Attorneys
  • Sex Offender Treatment Providers
  • Campus Professionals
  • Educators
  • Individuals Participating in Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Potential Workshop Topics

While we welcome a wide range of topics within the conference mission, here are some examples to consider:

  • Pioneering Approaches and Practices
  • Creative Partnerships and Collaborative Models
  • Techniques for Navigating Challenges and Resistance
  • Approaches to Maintaining Long-Term Change
  • Fair and Inclusive Services and Responses
  • Strategies for Personal Wellness and Resilience
  • Evidence-Based Practices and Research-Driven Insights
  • Inspiring Case Studies and Real-World Examples
Submission Requirements

Please submit the following:

  1. Title: A clear and compelling title for your workshop.
  2. Abstract: A 200-word summary of your workshop’s content and goals.
  3. Learning Objectives: 3-4 clear objectives that participants will achieve by attending your session.
  4. Presenter Information: Contact details and a bio (300-word limit) for each presenter.
  5. Headshot: A high-resolution photo of each presenter.
  6. Finalized Presentation Slides: Presenters will be required to submit a finalized copy of their presentation slides by a deadline prior to the conference (specific date will be provided upon acceptance).

Please direct all questions to [email protected].

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