Call for 2014 Regional Conference Presentation Proposals
March 13 – 15 Ivy Tech Community College in Marion, Indiana
Reducing Marginalization; Increasing Inclusion
Human Services was developed in response to the increased needs of individuals, families and
communities that resulted from deinstitutionalization, the Civil Rights movement, and the War on
Poverty. Community integration, empowerment, and social and economic justice continue to be at
the core of our mission and outreach to these marginalized groups are no exception with the
following groups among those assisted by human services professionals: homeless; wounded
warriors; older adults; offenders; LGBTQI; immigrants and refugees; children and families in the
protective services system; persons with disabilities; victims and survivors of traumatic events; and
persons with HIV/AIDS, Alzheimer’s disease, substance dependence, and other long-term
conditions. Often, these individuals are targets of anger, resentment, fear, ridicule and apathy.
Human service practitioners recognize the inherent worth of these marginalized individuals, and
pursue collaborative solutions to improve well-being and quality of life. Join us for conversations
about creative and innovative approaches to greater inclusion of those who live in the margins.
Call for Presentation Proposals
Proposals may include individual and partner presentations, panels, and facilitated networking
roundtables. Shared presentations (e.g., colleagues, faculty-practitioner, and student-faculty), panels
and roundtables are encouraged. Complete the proposal submission in a Microsoft Word document
as noted.
The Midwest Organization for Human Services (MWOHS) 2014 regional conference will follow the
theme, “Reducing Marginalization; Increasing Inclusion.” Presentations addressing best practices for
the needs of those who are marginalized by society will receive priority review. Topics to consider:
Engagement and intervention strategies at micro, mezzo, and macro levels
Theoretical and practical models that empower persons coping with issues such as poverty, trauma
and recovery, mental health, immigration, substance abuse/dependence, incarceration/re-entry, and
military service
 Innovative,
interdisciplinary and community-based methods for educating future human services
practitioners
 Integrative
strategies, technology, experiential learning and practical applications that emphasize
skills, knowledge, values, ethics, and social/political aspects relevant to human services
MWOHS PRESENTATION PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM
Reducing Marginalization; Increasing Inclusion
Due on or before: Monday, January 20, 2014
1.
Title:
2.
Proposal Abstract: Please write a brief summary (up to 75 words) of your proposal that will
appear in the conference program.
3.
Explain presentation’s relevance to conference theme:
4.
Expanded Abstract: Describe your proposed presentation by expanding on the abstract
provided above. Include 2-3 participant-oriented objectives.
5.
Format (circle one): Didactic Experiential Combination Other (describe):
6.
Targeted Audience: Circle all that apply
7.
Students
Associate
Bachelor
Masters+
Practitioner
Associate
Bachelor
Masters+
Educators
Associate
Bachelor
Masters+
Audio-Visual Needs
MWOHS will provide the following equipment: LCD overhead projector, screen, DVD and flash drive
access, a computer, and a flipchart with markers. Internet access in workshop rooms may not be
available so please copy any necessary information onto your laptop computer.
8.
Presenter Contact Information
Please provide your contact information on the next page. This page will be removed for the review
process.
Note: We encourage students to submit proposals. In order to satisfy requirements of licensing and
other credentialing agencies, please work with a supervising faculty member who will present with
you or will sign a statement acknowledging that your presentation has been reviewed by faculty and
receives approval.
Send proposals in MS Word through email to:
Due: on or before Monday, January 20, 2014
Linda Wark at warkl@ipfw.edu
PRESENTER INFORMATION
By checking this required box, I agree that if my proposal is accepted, I and any co-presenters
will attend the MWOHS conference in Marion, Indiana during the scheduled time slot on either March
14 or March 15, 2014 and pay the registration fee. (If this box is not checked, your proposal will not
be reviewed.) March 13 is scheduled for late afternoon/early evening reception and check-in.
Presenter 1 (Contact for group—all information will be emailed to this person only):
Name:
Educator
Practitioner
(Check all that apply.)
Highest relevant degree and field:
Licenses or Certifications (if any):
Organization or University/College:
Address:
Work Phone:
Email:
Presenter 1 – Biography (Provide information suitable for publishing in the conference program and
limit to no more than 100 words):
Presenter 2 Name:
Educator
(Check all that apply.)
Highest relevant degree and field:
Licenses or Certifications (if any):
Organization or University/College:
Address:
Work Phone:
Email:
Presenter 2 – Biography (Provide information suitable for publishing in the conference program and
limit to no more than 100 words):
You may add additional presenters by copying and pasting the presenter the template above.
PRESENTER INFORMATION, Continued next page
If you are providing faculty supervision of a student presentation, please provide the
following information:
Name:
Degree/Field:
Institution:
Location:
Email:
Phone:
have reviewed this proposal and give approval for presentation during the MWOHS conference.
Send proposals in MS Word through email to:
Due on or before: Monday, January 20, 2014
Linda Wark at warkl@ipfw.edu