CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

The 2018 MSM Symposium lends itself to programming that reflects the connectedness of educators, community partners, and presenters who will collectively share their expertise on topics affecting critical issues facing the gay, bisexual, men who sex with men, transgender and gender non-conforming community.

All abstracts must reflect the core values: caring, integrity, diversity, and excellence. DPH is especially interested in exploring innovative tools used in work with youth and men of color. Under each topic, abstracts can be written for one of two audiences:

Audience One - Technical assistance for public health educators or;
Audience Two - Engagement sessions designed to empower the community.

Audience One (Technical assistance for public health educators)
Abstract Descriptive- Designed as how-to sessions for public health educators (Health Departments/Community Based-Organizations) who want to improve their skills, integrate innovative methodologies, and/or investigate creative opportunities for learning. Sessions should also help the participant explore theoretical applications that advance the science and practice (or delivery) of prevention and health services.

Audience Two (Engagement sessions designed to empower the community)
Abstract Descriptive- Designed for participants looking to engage others in learning about their holistic needs and care as well as, the importance of being proactive about optimal care and how to acquire services. Sessions should go beyond educating primarily on sexual health. We want to explore and address other needs of the gay, bisexual, men who sex with men, transgender and gender non-conforming community. Examples of topics include leadership, dating, family, career development, coming out, and spirituality.

Submit abstracts by Monday, September 3, 2018 by 11:59 PM EST   (If accepted, presentations should be at least sixty minutes in length.)

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* 1. Please provide the following information:

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* 2. Please provide the following information (Second Author/Presenter):

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* 3. Do you currently work/volunteer in HIV/STD Prevention and/or Care?

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* 4. How long have you worked/volunteered in HIV/STD Prevention and/or Care?

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* 5. AUDIENCE (Please specify the audience that your presentation will target, you may choose more than one)

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* 6. Track (Please select the track that best fits your topic area)

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* 7. Title of Presentation

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* 8. Abstract Description
In the box below, please submit your abstract descriptive including topic relevance and all learning activities.

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* 9. Please identify at least three presentation objectives. Examples of objectives are listed below:

1.)Participants will be able to describe the need and impact of support groups.
2.)Participants will be able to explain three methods to reduce the risk of HIV Transmission.
3.)Participants will be able to list three potential barriers to care for HIV positive youth.

Please list your three presention objectives:

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