European Social Services Conference 2027: Communities that care, Systems that work

Application Process

Application Process — ESSC 2027
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Selection Criteria

Applications will be scored by an external panel of judges based on the selection criteria outlined below.

Thematic Panel Discussion · Project Forum · Walking Practice Fair
  Essential Desirable
Relevant to the theme of the ESSC ✓  
Innovative with respect to their context or environment ✓  
Has been initially evaluated, shows initial results and evidence of positive impact ✓  
Transferable and could be implemented elsewhere   ✓
Abstract summary is clear and well-written   ✓
Case Study Additional criteria applicable only to Case Study sessions
  Essential Desirable
You can demonstrate clear and achievable learning outcomes ✓  
Interactive & engaging (e.g. group discussions, use of online interactive tool) ✓  
Co-presented with a person with lived experience   ✓
Presenters come from different countries and/or different sectors   ✓
Workshop Additional criteria applicable only to Workshop sessions
  Essential Desirable
You can demonstrate a clear and achievable educational or training goal(s) ✓  
You can demonstrate that it is run by an experienced trainer or facilitator ✓  
Interactive & engaging (e.g. training, group work, use of online interactive tool) ✓  
Co-presented with a person with lived experience   ✓

Languages

Proposals can be submitted and presented in the following languages. Interpretation to and from these languages will also be available.

English French German Italian Spanish

Deadlines

25 Nov
2026

Deadline for proposals submitted in all accepted languages

30 Jan
2027

Confirmation of acceptance or rejection will be sent to all applicants

Please follow these steps to submit your proposal
  • Sign in or create an account.
  • Once signed in, visit the ESSC 2027 Home Page. 
  • Click on the button "Submit Application" at the top of the page.

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