IECC 2021 is now being held via a virtual platform. Our program will be limited and we encourage presenters to submit multiple topics for consideration.

Conference dates: May 3-7, 2021 - schedule TBD

General Submission Guidelines

Presentations are designed for all levels of experience - from fundamental to intermediate to advanced topics.

Proposals should clearly indicate the age group the information will focus on i.e. birth to three, preschool, school-age OR all.

Proposals submitted in languages other than English will not be considered.

Proposals should be checked for spelling and grammar.

Proposals must be non-sales or marketing orientated.

There are no fees required to submit a proposal.

ECDAW membership is not a requirement for submitting.

In General, IECC Does Not Pay Per Diem, Honoraria, or Reimburse Expenses. Special requests may be considered but must be approved via written request.

Other Considerations:

As you plan the details of your presentation, please consider our purpose (below.)

Other themes to consider are birth through age eight development, mental health and relationship issues, cultural diversity, father involvement, accountability, school readiness, transitions, and relevant research supporting your information.

Consider how your presentation strategy and content promotes participants’ growth in their work with all children, including those with disabilities, their families and within the early learning community.

Consider how you plan on embedding anti-racism into your training and be prepared to incorporate this into your session and proposal.

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Our Purpose:

Provide high-quality education opportunities for professionals and parents;

Challenge thinking about diversity and disability;

Increase family and provider effectiveness through new skills, strategies and ideas for providing high quality services;

Enhance understanding of the unique strengths and needs of each family;

Foster partnerships across families, disciplines, agencies and sponsors to provide coordinated services in local communities;

Promote networking and coalition building around early childhood issues;

Enhance the lives of children and families through the use of information and technology;

Promote evidenced based practices in early childhood; and

Promote the mutual understanding of the contributions families and providers bring to the lives of young children.

IECC 2021 Call for Proposals