ASLITA National Conference

Call for Papers – ANC 2026 

 From Coast to Country: Creating Ripples, Making Waves 

 

9–11 October 2026 | Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, Wadawurrung Country, Australia 

 

The ANC 2026 Organising Committee invites you to share your work, insights, and creative ideas as a presenter at ANC 2026. 

 

We welcome submissions from: 

  • Deaf presenters and Deaf-led teams 
  • Researchers and academics 
  • Practitioners and professionals  
  • Translators and Interpreters 
  • Thought leaders and innovators 

 

Why Present? 

Share your knowledge, influence practice, and inspire others. Bring a Deaf-led perspective, international expertise or local insights. The conference is fully accessible, with Auslan/English interpreting, captioning, and other access supports available. You are encouraged to share your preferences for interpreters or presentation formats. 

 

Possible Presentation Formats 

Workshops Interactive sessions Panels or debates 

Showcases Research posters Other creative formats 

 

Submission Guidelines 

Maximum 350-word abstract OR 5-minute video 

Include: 

  • Presenter name(s) 
  • Topic summary 
  • Relevance to the conference theme 
  • Preferred presentation format 

To submit your abstract please click the link below!

(You can alternatively email a PDF of your abstract or an unlisted YouTube video link to the Scientific Coordinator: therese.lewis@aslita.au)

 

Important Dates 

  • Call for Papers Open: Now
  • Submission Deadline: 30th March 2026 
  • Notification of Acceptance: 1st May 2026 

Be creative. Make an impact. Create ripples. Make Waves.   

Submit your abstract today!