Session Proposal Form - 2019 International Diabetes Camping Conference
Session Proposal Instructions
DECA invites session proposals from those having interest in speaking during our conference. The symposium will feature three general information areas applicable to diabetes camping: Healthcare, Program, and Management. Other innovative & creative alternative sessions will also be considered. Review of previous evaluations and informal feedback from diabetes camp representatives suggest that topics such as those below are of high interest.
Healthcare Sessions - Topics relevant to providing diabetes care and health education of children and staff while at camp. Examples: emerging tools and technology; healthcare best practices; essential policies and procedures; recruitment of healthcare volunteers; developing resident/internship training programs for camp and innovative camper diabetes education.
Program Development Sessions - Topics relevant to the non-medical supervision and care of children at camp, as well as the delivery of recreational activities. Examples: sensational programming activities; effective staff training; positive behavior techniques and serving children with challenges other than diabetes.
Management Sessions – Topics relevant to the operation of the corporation. Examples: recruitment, screening and training of professional staff/volunteers; creating effective fund development strategies; board development; business/management processes; technology tools and bookkeeping/accounting processes.
Guidelines
Educational breakout sessions are seventy-five minutes in length. Presenters are encouraged to leave ten minutes or more for questions and answers with participants. Lectures, hands-on workshops, and panel presentations are welcome.
If selected as a presenter, I understand I am responsible for all travel-related conference expenses, registration fees (per guidelines), and room and board costs unless otherwise noted by the Diabetes Education and Camping Association in a separate presenter agreement.
By submitting a session proposal, you signify that you have read and agreed to the preceding guidelines.
Submission and Notification
Submissions accepted through Friday, October 19, 2018. Prospective speakers will receive notice of proposal status by Friday, November 16, 2018.