10th Annual Black Doctoral Network Virtual Conference
“Black Excellence, Brilliant Minds: The Power of Diversity”
October 27-29, 2022
Call For Papers
The Black Doctoral Network Conference Committee is inviting abstract submissions for the 2022 conference themed: Black Excellence, Brilliant Minds: The Power of Diversity. This year's conference showcases the collective impact of the amazing work being done by scholars and professionals, as we move toward creating a more inclusive workforce and showcasing educational institutions that value diversity and embrace our rich culture and contributions to academia. Scholars, researchers, practitioners, and activists are invited to showcase their individual and collective achievements in their respective disciplines. The theme of the annual meeting asks: What recent contributions or advancements have you made within your field of study? Have you completed an innovative research study that addresses a major issue or topic within your discipline? How has the national focus on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion enhanced the work being done across various sectors? How has the power of diversity made impactful changes? How does your contributions to your profession and/or scholarly work exemplify the theme of “Black excellence and brilliant minds”?
We invite broad engagement between activists, scholar-practitioners and academics that address the conference theme. Papers that will reflect on this theme are especially encouraged, but we accept submissions on any topic.
We accept abstract submissions from any discipline or topic, including:
African/Latino Diaspora, Art & Music, Business, Entrepreneurship, Community Development, Racial Discrimination, Nutrition, Gender & Culture, Disparities & Inequalities, Mentorship, STEM, Leadership, Civic Engagement, K-12 Education, Higher Education, Health, Nutrition & Wellness, Counseling & Therapy, Youth Programming
Priority Deadline: June 1, 2022 at 11:59PM EST
Rolling Deadline: July 31, 2022 at 11:59PM EST
Submission Information
Submission of abstracts from graduate and doctoral students, recent Ph.D. graduates and academic professionals across disciplines are welcome. We accept abstracts from (1) individuals who wish to present on a panel and from (2) groups who want to create their own panel. Abstracts should be no more than 300 words typed, double spaced, using a 12pt font. Submissions should be anonymous – please do not include your name or the name of your institution on the document. Each abstract must include the title of your abstract and note whether it is an individual or a group submission. Individual submissions are limited to two presenters and group submissions require at least three presenters.
Priority Deadline Submissions
Submitting author will receive a confirmation message upon submitting the abstract. Acceptance announcements will be sent via email in late-June to the submitting author. Accepted presenters and co-presenters must register for the conference and confirm their acceptance by July 15, 2022. Failure to register and confirm acceptance by July 15thwill result in rescinding acceptance.
Rolling Deadline Submissions
Acceptance announcements will be sent via email starting early-July and continue until August, depending on space availability. Accepted presenters and co-presenters must register for the conference and confirm their acceptance within 21 days from their acceptance notification. Failure to register and confirm acceptance will result in rescinding acceptance.
Presentation Details
Your presentation should describe the purpose, methods, and conclusions of your research. Individual presenters will be assigned to a panel and will have 15 minutes to deliver their presentations. Group presentations will be given 45 minutes to deliver their presentations and require at least 3 presenters. You may not submit or take part in more than one panel presentation; presenters may give one and only one paper at the conference. However, you are welcome to make a workshop submission when the Call For Workshops opens in mid-June.
Conference Highlights
The BDN National Conference will celebrate its 10th anniversary this October. The conference will be an interdisciplinary event that brings together academics and professionals from the social sciences, STEM, and humanities to address how we can positively impact and inform each other’s work and engage with our communities. In addition to interdisciplinary panel presentations, this conference will offer keynote presentations, interactive workshops and small group forum discussions. Professors and corporate professionals from various fields will converse and give insight on the need for interconnectedness throughout the academy and community. To learn more about our conference visit: https://blackphdnetwork.org/conference
For questions regarding the Call for Papers please contact:
Deandra Taylor DTaylor@blackphdnetwork.com