We invite abstract submissions in the format of oral presentations, in 30 minute format (20 min + 10 min Q&A); these sessions will run parallel throughout the day (up to 4 at any time). We are accepting submissions in the form of:

• Research
• Professional Practice
• Theory /Opinion Papers
• Creative Research
• Social Activism

Please use the following headings in your abstract:

• Purpose: State the aim or primary objectives of the paper.
• Background: Provide a concise summary of information, which places the presentation in context.
• Methods: Provide details of the procedures adopted and their rationale (e.g., literature search).
• Key Points: Inclusion/exclusion criteria and methods of analysis) and/or key arguments and theoretical positions.
• Conclusions: State the conclusions that can be drawn from the work described, including theoretical, methodological or applied/policy implications as appropriate and any key limitations of the study.

A themed interactive session led by an individual or small group; these sessions will touch on the theme of the conference, allowing attendees to participate through incorporating practical elements.

• 60 minute sessions
• Allow time for an introductory slides, participation and Q&As
• Please bring any practical elements that may be required for your workshop e.g. paper & pens, whiteboards etc

Please use the following headings in your abstract:

• Background/Aims: Provide a concise summary of information, which places the session in context, this includes the aims of the workshop and the expected outcomes for participants.
• Key elements: Provide details of key arguments or the skills and activities covered.
• Conclusions: State the conclusions that can be drawn from the work described, including theoretical, methodological, or applied/policy implications as appropriate.

We encourage submissions for poster presentations at the IPDA England Conference:

• A1 (841 x 1189mm), portrait orientation
• Keeping to bullet points and concise information
• Presenters are responsible for printing their own poster
• Use a legible font and size, and ensure colour contrast accessibility

Please use the following headings in your abstract:

• Objectives: State the primary objective of the paper and the major hypothesis tested, or research question posed.
• Design: Describe the design of the study and the rationale for the procedures adopted.
• Methods: Describe how participants were selected and number of participants (if documentary data used, state how these were selected), materials employed (if appropriate), methods of data collection and analysis.
• Results: Include numerical and/or textual data. For qualitative analyses briefly describe your findings (e.g., themes, categories, discourses identified).
• Conclusions: State the conclusions that can be drawn from the study, including theoretical, methodological, or applied/policy implications as appropriate and any key limitations of the study.

• Is the work related to the conference theme?
• Does the work indicate clear research questions/focus of enquiry/research findings?
• Does the work provide a clear overview of research approach?
• Is the work referenced to or framed by contemporary current issues and debates?
• How does the work seek to make a novel or original contribution or provocation to the wider community? For example: Context; Theory; Methods.