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Call for Pre-Conference Workshop Proposals (Open to IASLC Members ONLY)

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The WCLC 2024 Program Committee is excited to announce the call for Pre-Conference Workshop proposals, which is only open to IASLC Members. Pre-Conference Workshops will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024, before the official opening of the Conference. We invite passionate and knowledgeable IASLC Members (individuals or groups) to submit proposals that will engage, educate, and inspire our diverse audience. Workshops are normally between 1.5 hours and 2 hours in length and are open for all registered WCLC 2024 delegates to attend.

Organizing and presenting a hands-on workshop at WCLC 2024 is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise, connect with like-minded professionals, contribute to the success of WCLC, and help IASLC in their goal of ‘Conquering Lung and Other Thoracic Cancers Worldwide in the 21st Century’.

We welcome proposals for workshops in various interactive, engaging, and preferably hands-on formats, including but not limited to:

  1. Technical Workshops: Hands-on workshops focusing on specific tools, technologies, or methodologies.
  2. Interactive Demonstrations: Practical demonstrations of innovative products or solutions.
  3. Skill-building Workshops: Workshops that teach new skills or enhance existing ones.
  4. Panel Discussions: Interactive discussions on relevant topics with multiple experts not currently represented in the program.

TIMELINE

All proposals must be submitted online. Workshop submissions are due by February 29, 2024, for consideration, and submission acceptance notifications will be sent no later than March 31, 2024. Workshop space is limited, and it is possible that not all proposals can be accommodated.

February 29, 2024 (23:59 PDT)
Workshop Proposal Submission Deadline

April 19, 2024
Acceptance of Workshop by Organizers

March 31, 2024 
Notification of Workshop Acceptance

June 28, 2024
Final Workshop Program Agenda Due

Workshop proposals guidelines:

Proposal Content and Format

Workshop proposals should include the following information:

  • Description of workshop
  • Statement regarding how the workshop can benefit WCLC 2024 Conference attendees
  • Three main objectives for the workshop

Submissions Should also Include the Following Information: 

  • Title of the workshop
  • Name and email of the contact person who will be responsible for Conference correspondence (If different from proposal submitter)
  • Name of proposed workshop speaker(s) with institutional affiliation and email address
  • The intended audience for the workshop
  • Maximum number of attendees per workshop (if applicable)
  • Any special A/V needs, or room set up requirements (if applicable)
  • Technical Equipment Required and which companies the organizers will approach (if applicable)
  • Length of workshop (normally 1.5 – 2 hours)

Organization and Financial Support

  • It will be the organizer’s responsibility to make all arrangements for the workshop including speaker arrangements and arrangements to provide equipment if required.
  • No financial support for speakers or equipment will be provided by the Conference.

Important Things to Note Before Submitting a Proposal

  • If your workshop proposal is accepted, the WCLC 2024 Conference will provide a workshop room at the Conference venue with basic AV equipment (projector, screen, microphones).
  • The workshop will be listed in the program on the website, mobile app and in all official Conference materials, however, you are encouraged to personally invite people to attend the workshop. Anyone attending the workshop will have to be registered for the WCLC 2024 Conference.
  • The final agenda for inclusion in the onsite materials must be submitted to the Conference Secretariat no later than June 28, 2024.
  • Industry is not permitted to submit proposals. Any companies interested in hosting a workshop or symposia, please contact [email protected].

Acceptance Criteria

Each workshop proposal will be evaluated according to the relevance of its topic, the expertise and experience of the workshop organizers, and the workshop’s potential for attracting participants and generating useful results and discussions. We underline the importance of active and creative sessions that foster a collaborative environment and incorporate a variety of engaging and interactive approaches.

Contact

For any questions, please contact: [email protected].

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