Use this form to complete your application for workshop presentations for the 18th HND Conference 2017. Workshops must align with the theme, “Power of the Past - Force of the Future”.

The history and the past of the Hmong people is one filled with persecution and sorrow but also bravery and ingenuity.  We are fast becoming a force in education, business, government and many other industries and fields.  Our amazing history can be a source of inspiration and power. We want to illuminate and share the stories that inspire to help move the Hmong community forward. 

Workshops must be submitted by the deadline of 11:59PM CST, Friday, October 7, 2016.

This form CANNOT be saved. We strongly recommend applicants complete and save the application in a Word document and copy and paste responses into this form when ready to submit. Upon successful submission, you will be taken to a webpage confirming your submission went through. If you do not see the confirmation page, your submission did not go through. Individuals will be notified of their acceptance by no later than December 2, 2016.

If you have any questions or comments please contact Steve Thao at stevet@hmong.org or 651-495-1582.

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* 1. Presentation Title

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* 2. In which area would your workshop fall? (choose only one)

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* 3. Lead Presenter

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* 4. Lead presenter's email address:

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* 5. Lead Presenter Contact Info

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* 6. Brief biography of lead presenter (150 words or less) - Bio should demonstrate expertise of presenter to lead this workshop topic

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* 7. Co-Presenter (if applicable)

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* 8. Co-Presenter Contact Info (if applicable)

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* 9. Brief biography of co-presenter if applicable (150 words or less) - Bio should demonstrate expertise of presenter to lead this workshop topic

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* 10. Additional Presenters/Panelists (if applicable)
(List First Name, Last Name, email address)

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* 11. Brief biography (100 words or less EACH) of any additional presenters/panelists (if applicable)

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* 12. Summary of Workshop – 100 words or less (This summary will be printed in conference program if accepted)

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* 13. Please provide a brief outline of the content of your workshop, including key content, discussion questions, and takeaways. (150 words)

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* 14. Check the box that best describes the type of workshop you are proposing. (Choose the most applicable category)

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* 15. In which language(s) will you conduct your workshop?

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* 16. How does your workshop align with the HNDC 2017's theme "Power of the Past - Force of the Future" and how does it address the following components:

1) Incorporates a historical overview of how the past 40 years (and/or beyond) contribute to current learning and future implications
2) Is engaging and interactive with ample time for audience Q & A and discussion
3) Provide tangible action steps for attendees to take home and implement or provide key points to reflect upon

(Response limited to no more than 300 words)

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* 17. Are you willing to present your workshop twice during the conference? (If invited to present twice, you will receive waived registration to the conference)

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* 18. What is the geographic focus of your presentation?

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* 19. Audio-Visual Needs & Supplies. (Please check what materials you will need for your workshop)

***Please Note:
All presenters are responsible for providing their own copies of any handouts or reference materials. HND does not provide microphones for workshops unless they are in rooms of 100+ people. Sound speakers are in-house speakers and may not be appropriate for music performances. If playing live music during your workshop, prepare to bring your own microphones, speakers or other equipment.

HND does not provide honoraria, hotel or travel expense reimbursement for presenters.

***If Accepted:
All conference presenters are required to register for the conference. We will be hosting some workshops twice this year. If you are invited to present your workshop twice, you will received waived registration to the conference.

For those invited to present once, a 50% discount off of the full 3-day registration fee will be given to no more than 4 presenters per workshop. Presenters must register for the entire conference and are strongly encouraged to participate in the other workshop and plenary sessions in which they are not presenting. For workshops with more than two presenters, it is up to the presenters to determine which individuals will receive the 50% discount and notify HND as to who those individuals are. Any additional presenters beyond 4 must pay the full registration fee.

The acceptance of proposals for presentation at the conference signifies a commitment to develop and deliver an educational session that is informative, relevant, and useful. HND is committed to assisting and supporting you with suggestions, resources, and equipment to ensure a quality session.

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