Calling for SNAICC’25 abstract submissions!
SNAICC is thrilled to announce a call for expressions of interest for abstracts for the 11th SNAICC National Conference in Meanjin/Brisbane.
SNAICC – National Voice for our Children is inviting communities, organisations and individuals to submit abstract proposals with the view of presenting these ideas at SNAICC’25. Whether you’re proposing a masterclass to share practical tools and strategies to solve long-standing problems or a panel discussion and Q&A with young thought leaders and inspiring trailblazers, we want to hear from you!
Follow the link to submit your abstract: SNAICC’25 Abstract Submission Portal
Please submit your abstract by COB Friday, 7 February 2025.
We’d especially like to hear from you if you are:
- from a grassroots organisation in remote and regional communities
- proposing a yarning circle, breakout or interactive session
- sharing fresh, new ideas or practices that can be applied to other organisations.
Presentations must celebrate Culture and fit within one of the three conference streams:
- Children & Families: strengthening the safety and wellbeing of our children, raised within family and Culture.
- Sub-themes: early interventions and prevention, and foundational supports.
- Child Protection: transforming the Cultural safety and experience of children engaged with child protection services.
- Sub-theme: transitioning services.
- Early Learning & Development: increasing the quality, access and sustainability of early childhood development services and supports.
- Sub-theme: cultivating language in learning.
Download the Abstract Submission Guidelines for more information on selection criteria and the abstract submission process.
View the Abstract Submission GuidelinesWhy so early?
In a conscious effort to support our community, we’re launching our call for expressions of interest earlier than usual.
We recognise the challenges that programming timelines can pose to organisations.
By opening our inboxes now, we aim to give you the space and time needed to bring your visions and experiences to life.
If you are unable to complete your submission electronically, please contact the SNAICC National Conference Project Manager, Marijana Tadic, at snaicc2025@agentur.com.au for assistance. For queries related to the abstract’s content, please contact Amanda Duncan at snaicc25@snaicc.org.au.
SNAICC’25 – Save the Date!
SNAICC’25 will be held on Yuggera/Turrbal Country in Meanjin at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre from 7–9 October 2025.
The theme for SNAICC’25 is Our Culture. Keep it Strong. We Belong. reinforcing the importance of keeping Culture strong and celebrating that strength. It also references the importance of Cultural identity and belonging in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
The SNAICC National Conference offers a space where people can learn, share and network about early childhood education and child protection for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures.
We look forward to seeing you at SNAICC’25!
What is the SNAICC National Conference?
Our National Conference is one of the largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere, with an average of 1000+ attendees.
It is held to assist with the achievement of the SNAICC vision: an Australian society in which our communities are empowered to determine their own future; where the rights of our children, young people and families are protected, our cultural identity and achievements are valued and our children and families have access to culturally appropriate services.
The conference brings together delegates and speakers from across the country – and around the world – to discuss our challenges and share our knowledge and experiences in raising happy, healthy and confident children in our communities. It not only provides a powerful and inspiring learning experience for all attendees, but it also provides opportunities to meet and experience the rich cultures of our communities.
SNAICC’23 – Voices at the Top was held in Garramilla/Darwin on Larrakia Country from 5-7 September 2023. Relive the highlights as we look back on a fantastic week that brought together 1600 voices within our sector.
Share & celebrate stories
The National Conference provides opportunity to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, strengths and successes in child and family services and to share our stories and ideas about what works and how we address our challenges.
Listen, learn & grow
The National Conference provides us with a platform to listen to, learn from and grow our knowledge of Elders, families and communities, to strengthen our connection to culture and to inspire, foster and develop leadership and collective responses.
Inspire action
The National Conference inspires and enables leaders, services and others to act in a way that strengthen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander agency, self-determination and cultural connection and to ensure our children and families’ rights are respected and fulfilled.
What to expect at the SNAICC National Conference
The conference program regularly includes keynote speakers and 70+ concurrent sessions, including papers, workshops, yarning circles, displays, poster presentations and exhibitors. The participating representatives come from a variety of agencies and services in Australia and from around the world, including those working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, child welfare leaders, practitioners, policymakers, researchers, government and others working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services. Special events and performances are also held throughout the conference.
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