Abstract Submission

Hands-on Activities

This is not just another conference but an immersive experience!

We are looking for sessions that embrace this concept, which can include music, dance, movement, art, wellness activities, mindfulness and much more…

Beyond the Room

Embrace the environment when you engage the delegates in hands-on sessions that encourage movement, creativity and connection with both indoor and outdoor options.

Start in a room or take a walk along the river or through the UWA campus.

Alternatively, begin on a grassy field and use the natural surroundings for a real-world learning experience.

Takeaway Tools

Think about what practical components you can offer.

We aim for delegates to participate in an interactive workshop final session, linking all sessions together.

They will be guided to create a “Connection Blueprint” – A Visual Practice Map. This will provides delegates with a practical resources and ideas to implement in their childcare centres the next Monday!

Theme: Connection

Through a combination of keynote addresses, workshops and networking opportunities, delegates will be provided with the tools, resources and support to further develop their expertise and contribution to enriching the lives of children. 

We are looking for Interactive Workshops for our Experience Program that revolves around Connection.

Workshop Format 

We are looking for workshops that are innovative, interactive and at the forefront of current practice and research related to the education and care sector from birth to 12 years.

Some effective interactive examples include collaborating with pen and paper, incorporating dance or song, implementing think-pair-share activities, utilising software like Mentimeter, facilitating quizzes, and encouraging participants to act out scenarios and participate in activities. These interactions can take place on participants’ seats, at their tables, or through movement around the room. This approach will foster a dynamic and engaging learning environment for all attendees.

• Abstracts are to be submitted as a 45-minute interactive workshop/presentation. 
• All interactive workshops/presentations should allow time for 5 minutes of questions either during or at the end. 
• Abstracts are to be submitted with a title, in English to a maximum of 500 words. 
• Ensure you indicate the presenting author for the Abstract and include a brief biography of no more than 500 words.
• Abstract is to be relevant to our ‘Connection’ theme and can fall within 1 of the sub-categories. Otherwise, please inform us if your abstract falls into a different category.

Guidelines

• Each Abstract will be assessed according to the following criteria: 
  • relevance to the 2026 ECLD interactive workshop experience
  • relevance to the professional context of delegates
  • potential to contribute to the body of knowledge
• Successful Abstracts must be presented by the author/s or a nominated co-author. 
• The presenting author will receive 1 x limited complimentary day registration to ECLD if chosen to present.
  • Ticket includes access to afternoon concurrent sessions, The Playground expo and full-day catering. 
  • The ticket DOES NOT provide access to the keynote presentation (due to limited seating availability)
• Audience attendance may reach up to 100 delegates.
  • Audience numbers are not guaranteed – presentations will run concurrently with other session streams. 
• Submission of Abstracts implies the author’s agreement to publish the abstract in all ECLD publications including the website. 
• Acceptance of Abstracts will be by email.
• Acceptance does not imply any payment from the Organising Committee. Authors must arrange and pay for their own accommodation, travel etc. to attend ECLD. 
• Acceptance or otherwise is at the discretion of the Organising Committee whose decision is final. 
• The submission deadline may be extended at the discretion of the Organising Committee. 

Submit your abstracts

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with others on a whole new level and share your passion for early childhood education!

For further enquiries contact: ecld@childaustralia.org.au or 1300 66 11 64