Dear Fellow Midwesterner,

On behalf of the Midwest Chapter of the International Association of Public Participation (IAP2), the Nebraska Network is excited to extend a warm invitation to you to submit a proposal to present at the 2024 Midwest Chapter Conference in April. As a contact of the Nebraska Network, your valuable public engagement insights and experiences can help bring people and communities together to work through issues that matter, which can spark a connection to their community and neighbors that lasts a lifetime.
 

IAP2 Midwest Chapter 2024 Conference
Theme: Spark Connections That Matter
Date: April 17 – 19, 2024
Location: Thompson Center at the University of Nebraska Omaha in Omaha, Nebraska

The 2024 conference aims to bring together seasoned and new thought leaders, professionals, and practitioners in public engagement and related professions to foster collaboration, share best practices, and inspire innovation. We believe that the knowledge and skillsets of IAP2 members are crucial in advancing the field, and your participation would greatly enhance the overall quality and diversity of our conference.

If you submit a proposal, we encourage you to think about designing a session that maximizes new connections among attendees and a variety of ways to connect communities across cultures, languages, and backgrounds. Ask yourself:

• How can public participation contribute to overcoming isolation in a post-pandemic era?

• How do you reach individuals and organizations that inspire, lead, and grow connections with the community?

We are seeking presentations that showcase successful public engagement initiatives, highlight innovative methodologies, and/or address the challenges and opportunities in the realm of public participation. Whether you have insights on community-building strategies, effective communication techniques, or case studies illustrating successful outcomes, we encourage you to submit your proposal by noon on January 31, 2024.

To learn more, please visit our conference website. You can submit a proposal by clicking this link. For additional questions, please contact Andy Wessel or Edell Fiedler, who are on the organizing committee for the conference.

Thank you for considering our invitation, and we eagerly anticipate your valuable contribution to the success of IAP2 Midwest Chapter's 2024 Spring Conference in Omaha. Together, we can spark connections that matter!

Sincerely,
The Nebraska Network