Conference Planning Research Articles

Recommendations from the ABA Commission on Youth at Risk Convening – “Renewal and Revolution: Recommitting the Legal Profession to Serve Children and Youth, their Families, and Communities”

AbstractYouth and families impacted by legal systems now resoundingly attest to the systems' lasting harm, echoed by interdisciplinary research. Lawyering thus requires a vastly renewed outlook, boldness, and honest inquiry about the limits of what the law and public systems can (and should) attempt as purported problem‐solving amidst broader socioeconomic forces and injustice. This report synthesizes recommendations from a groundswell of diverse, dedicated voices following an October 2023 convening hosted by the American Bar Association Commission on Youth at Risk, the ABA Center on Children and the Law, and Hofstra University's Maurice A. Deane School of Law. Entitled “Renewal and Revolution: Recommitting the Legal Profession to Serving Children and Youth, Their Families, and Communities,” the convening engaged various professionals—many with firsthand experience in foster and justice systems— and other advocates. Since the 2006 ABA Youth At Risk Initiative Planning Conference, the ABA Commission on Youth At Risk has elevated the representation and voice of youth through ethical practice standards, expanded access, and national initiatives. This report recounts findings of the 2023 convening's four working groups which met for two‐days of (often tense) discussions to chart a path for the legal profession, law, and policy for the next decade and beyond. Priorities include: transcending conceptions of youth “at risk” towards recognition of harms done, a strengths‐based lens, and lived experience leadership and expertise; cultivating next generation attorneys; prioritizing early family defense and diversion; divesting from systems and re‐investing directly with youth and families; and further eliminating racial disparities.

Conference Planning and Management: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Future

Conference Planning and Management: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Future

Engaging With Health Consumers in Scientific Conferences-As Partners not Bystanders.

It is now widely recognised that engaging consumers in research activities can enhance the quality, equity and relevance of the research. Much of the commentary about consumer engagement in research focuses on research processes and implementation, rather than dissemination in conference settings. This article offers reflections and learnings from consumers, researchers and conference organisers on the 12th Health Services Research Conference, a biennial conference hosted by the Health Services Research Association of Australia and New Zealand (HSRAANZ). We were awarded funds via a competitive application process by Bellberry Limited, a national not-for-profit agency with a focus on improving research quality, to incorporate consumer engagement strategies in conference processes and evaluate their impact. Strategies included consumer scholarships, a buddy system, designated quiet space and consumer session co-chairs; the reflections explored in this paper were collected in the funded, independent evaluation. Our insights suggest a need for more structured consumer involvement in conference planning and design, as well as the development of specific engagement strategies. To move toward active partnership in scientific conference settings, our experience reinforces the need to engage consumers as members in designing and conducting research and in presenting research and planning conference content and processes. Consumer engagement in research dissemination at conferences is the focus of this viewpoint article. Consumers were involved in the conception of this article and have contributed to authorship at all stages of revisions and edits.

The Effect of Bottom-Up Approach in Development Planning on Regional Economic Development in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia

Development planning is a continuous process, including the discretion of decision-makers based on resource availability managed systematically. The combination of bottom-up approach and this process is becoming mainstream in Indonesia to promote the achievement of outcomes. Therefore, this research aims to determine the influence of development planning with bottom-up approach on economic development in North Sumatra region. The data analysis used is multiple linear regression with a backward approach to identify factors, influencing regional economic development. A total of 6 endogenous variables are used for aspects of regional economic development and the implementation of the approach. The results show that there are only four exogenous variables with significant influence on regional economic development, namely Village Development Planning Conference (Musrenbang), Regency/City Musrenbang, Provincial Musrenbang, and Community Aspiration Channel. These four forms of bottom-up approach should be intensified to increase the effectiveness of regional development. Meanwhile, additional variables necessitate thorough evaluation and integration into the model to enhance effectiveness and make substantive contributions to regional economic development.

Editorial: Special pulping and engineering issues of TAPPI Journal yield important recovery cycle research

The June issue of TAPPI Journal, which is dominated by recovery cycle topics, is the last PEERS issue organized by Dr. Peter Hart, the former editor-in-chief who passed away this past May. Peter, who was heavily involved with TAPPI’s Pulp Manufacture Division and various pulping-related committees, also started working with conference technical program planning starting in 2005 with the Engineering, Pulping and Environmental (EPE) Conference, which was the precursor to the more recent Pulping, Engineering, Environmental, Recycling and Sustainability (PEERS) Conference. He was also involved with other conference planning, including that for the International Pulp Bleaching Conference. In addition, Peter was a yearly attendee of such conferences starting as far back as 1990.

A short guide to addressing accessibility at scientific conferences.

Although encouraging progress to address issues of accessibility at scientific conferences has been made in recent years, further efforts are required to enact the comprehensive solutions necessary to accommodate the diverse needs of disabled scientists. This Opinion provides an easy-to-follow guide to ensuring that scientific conferences are accessible to disabled scientists and is aimed at conference organizers and funders in the field of cell biology. In this piece, I, a person who identifies as a disabled scientist, advocate for collective action within the cell biology community to promote the routine inclusion of accessibility officers on conference organizing panels and the use of accessibility checklists as part of applications for conference funding in order to build inclusive practices into conference planning and organization. I propose a move away from requiring personal disclosures of disability needs on a person-to-person basis towards community-agreed guidelines that ensure accessibility for scientists with a wide variety of needs. To that end, I detail a list of practical, cost-effective adjustments to standard conference activities that can enhance accessibility. Moreover, I suggest several long-term, high-impact changes - including guaranteeing the availability of wheelchair-accessible facilities and making hybrid meeting formats standard - aimed at enabling conference participation for all scientists.

Developing a NAPNAP Research Agenda to Guide Future Research and Quality Improvement in Pediatrics: Process, Challenges, and Future Directions

IntroductionThe purpose of this study was to develop a revised pediatric research agenda that highlights the clinical and research priorities for pediatric focused advanced practice registered nurses and is culturally sensitive and inclusive. MethodsThe NAPNAP Research Committee developed the Research Agenda 2021 - 2026 by conducting a cross-sectional study that surveyed the membership on their research and clinical priorities in June 2020. Twenty-four priorities were identified within seven areas of focus. ResultsAmong the 7,509 NAPNAP members, 273 (3.6%) members responded to the email and 199 completed the survey. DiscussionThis revised research agenda is a bold and innovative guide for grant funding, publications, continuing education offerings, conference planning, and abstract submissions for posters and podium presentations aimed at improving pediatric healthcare. Discussion of the process and considerations for future development of pediatric research agendas is described

An optimized system for sensor ontology meta‐matching using swarm intelligent algorithm

AbstractIt is beneficial to annotate sensor data with distinct sensor ontologies in order to facilitate interoperability among different sensor systems. However, for this interoperability to be possible, comparable sensor ontologies are required since it is essential to make meaningful links between relevant sensor data. Swarm Intelligent Algorithms (SIAs), namely the Beetle Swarm Optimisation Algorithm (BSO), present a possible answer to ontology matching problems. This research focuses on a method for optimizing ontology alignment that employs BSO. A novel method for effectively controlling memory use and striking a balance between algorithm exploration and exploitation is proposed: the Simulated Annealing‐based Beetle Swarm Optimisation Algorithm (SA‐BSO). Utilizing Gray code for solution encoding, two compact operators for exploitation and exploration, and Probability Vectors (PVs) for swarming choosing exploitation and exploration, SA‐BSO combines simulated annealing with the beetle search process. Through inter‐swarm communication in every generation, SA‐BSO improves search efficiency in addressing sensor ontology matching. Three pairs of real sensor ontologies and the Conference track were used in the study to assess SA‐BSO's efficacy. Statistics show that SA‐BSO‐based ontology matching successfully aligns sensor ontologies and other general ontologies, particularly in conference planning scenarios.

Awareness of issues in research and educational activities and expectations for young researchers' activities and supporting

To understand the actual situation and needs of young researchers and to provide reference for the management of Young Researchers Association (YRA) and the Japanese Society for Hygiene activities in the future. An Internet survey was conducted on 67 members registered in YRA of the Japanese Society for Hygiene. The questions included those on basic information, research content and impressions about the activities of the society. Although members of YRA differ in backgrounds, research method used, and years of research experience, the respondents rated the organization as highly useful and participated continuously. In particular, they considered that participation in the planning of academic conferences and summer gatherings of YRA not only helped improve interpersonal relationships and expertise, but also provided opportunities to consult regarding educational activities and collect information. Regarding the format of conferences, it was shown that the majority of requests were for a hybrid format. It was also shown that most of the respondents expected opportunities for collaboration and joint research through participation in YRA. Through YRA, we would like to contribute to the further revitalization of young researchers and the Japanese Society for Hygiene by understanding and responding to the needs of diverse young researchers.

Dampak Pelaksanaan Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo Terhadap Diplomasi Maritim Indonesia

Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) is Indonesia's concrete effort to strengthen maritime diplomacy and the role of the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) in the context of international relations. MNEK has been implemented four times starting from 2014 to 2023. MNEK is an active diplomatic initiative to build bilateral and multilateral relations, increase preparedness, and strengthen cooperation in responding to natural and humanitarian disasters. In its series of preparations, MNEK involves planning stages, namely the Initial Planning Conference (IPC), Middle Planning Conference (MPC), and Final Planning Conference (FPC), and involves the participation of various countries united in efforts to overcome common challenges. The implementation of MNEK has had a positive impact on Indonesia's maritime diplomacy by building trust building, strengthening a positive image, and making Indonesia a key player in global maritime cooperation.

Conference Planning Tip

Conference Planning Tip

KETERLIBATAN PEREMPUAN DALAM MUSRENBANG TINGKAT DESA KOTA BANDA ACEH

The Development Planning Conference is a means for government at all levels to gather development aspirations in all areas of community life. However, unfortunately, so far Musrenbang activities at all levels still face low participation from women's groups, in fact their participation tends to be considered only symbolic. As a consequence, many planned programs are gender biased, where discussions are dominated by infrastructure and economic development plans. Based on this, the author is interested in comparing the level of women's participation in the Village Development Planning Conference (Musrenbangdes) in Gampong Beurawe and Gampong Jawa which have quite different levels of development to see the level of women's participation in Musrenbangdes in the two gampongs. Apart from that, we will see what factors influence high or low participation in the two gampongs. This research uses a comparative analysis method with a qualitative approach and data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews and documentation obtained from the two variables studied. The results of this research show that the level of women's participation in Gampong Beurawe is better than the level of women's participation in Gampong Jawa in the Musrenbangdes in both gampongs. The factors that influence high and low levels of participation are educational, cultural and political factors.

Conference Planning and Resolution Management System

This paper mainly introduces the development background and significance of conference planning and resolution management system, and describes the research content of this system. Conference planning and resolution management system is not only a typical conference management system, but also focuses on overcoming the shortcomings of traditional conference mode and controlling the conference cycle. After the in-depth research and technical implementation verification of this topic, the development architecture and technical route of this system are determined, that is, the common B / S structure, JSP to write display pages, medium-sized database MySQL, the server to take tomcat, as a server container to achieve data request and return. Users do not need to download and install plug-ins or other software, but can directly realize system interaction at the browsing end, which is convenient and applicable. According to the CMM software engineering design idea, this paper discusses the realization of several key modules of conference room, conference document and conference, including the key functions of conference reservation, minutes, sign in, resolution, message release, etc. In addition, this paper also has a more detailed description of other parts of the system, such as user information, help management and other modules and the realization of the database. The key technology of this system is JSP technology and MYSQL, which has very strong practicability. It can improve the efficiency of conference organization and resolution, simplify the operation of conference management personnel, guarantee the orderly development of conference and ensure the quality of work.

Manajemen Pemanfaatan Dana Desa Dalam Pembangunan Infastruktur Di Desa Puse Kecamatan Dampal Selatan Kabupaten Toli-Toli

Management of Village Fund Utilization in Infrastructure Development carried out by the Village Government to support community development and empowerment. Qualitative research method with a descriptive approach by examining four aspects, namely planning, organizing, mobilizing and supervising. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, documentation and triangulation. The determination of informants was carried out "Purposively", namely deliberately selecting 5 people to become informants. The data analysis stages are: Data Collection, Data Condensation, Data Presentation, Conclusion Drawing. The results of this research show that the Management of Utilizing Village Funds in Infrastructure Development in Puse Village, South Dampal District, Toli-Toli Regency begins with the planning process, namely the Village Development Planning Conference (musrenbang). then in the organizing stage at this stage the organizing in terms of division of work is carried out by the village head. Implementation Process where the implementation of activities and supervision processes is carried out by supervisors from the sub-district village and district supervisors.

Conference Preview: There's No Place Like Home

The AMWA 2023 Medical Writing & Communication Conference will take place October 25 through 28 in Baltimore, within an hour’s drive of AMWA’s home offices in Rockville, MD. The Annual Conference Planning Committee, AMWA Staff, and many, many contributors have been working hard to deliver a great conference.

Research Priorities to Support Women Veterans' Reproductive Health and Health Care Within a Learning Health Care System.

Research Priorities to Support Women Veterans' Reproductive Health and Health Care Within a Learning Health Care System.

The carbon footprint cost of travel to Canadian Urological Association conferences.

Canadian Urological Association (CUA) conferences are held annually across Canada. Guests from across the world attended, contributing to the overall carbon footprint of the conference with their travel and accommodations. This study identified the carbon footprint of each of the 2016 (Vancouver), 2018 (Halifax), and 2019 (Quebec City) CUA conferences to investigate their carbon footprint and help determine the most eco-friendly location to hold future conferences. Registrant home institution was used to estimate the distance and method of transportation of attendee travel. Carbon footprint was calculated using an online calculator in tons of CO2 equivalents (tCO2). Total attendees, number of attendees driving, number of attendees flying, mean distance travelled per attendee, total carbon footprint, and average carbon footprint per attendee were calculated for each conference. Mean carbon footprint, and mean distance travelled were compared using a Brown-Forsythe ANOVA test, with Dunnett's T3 multiple comparisons test (α=0.05). Vancouver had the largest number of attendees (n=473; 407 flying, 66 driving), followed by Halifax (n=382; 331 flying, 51 driving), and Quebec City (n=362; 265 flying, 97 driving). The mean distance attendees travelled was greatest for the Vancouver CUA (6041 km/roundtrip) compared to Quebec City (3096 km/roundtrip, p<0.0001) and Halifax (2985 km/roundtrip, p<0.0001). There was no difference in mean distance travelled between Halifax and Quebec City (p=0.95). The highest total carbon footprint was seen in Vancouver (tCO2=447.76), followed by Quebec City (tCO2=217.04) and Halifax (tCO2=182.22). The average footprint per attendee was significantly higher in Vancouver (mean tCO2=1.08) compared to both Quebec City (mean tCO2=0.62, p<0.0001) and Halifax (mean tCO2=0.52, p<0.0001). There was no difference in the average footprint between Halifax and Quebec City (p=0.63). The estimated emissions associated with the Vancouver CUA conference is greater than both the Halifax and Quebec City locations combined. In-person conferences provide several benefits to the urological community. Incorporating environmental considerations into conference planning, such as conference location, could reduce the CUA conference's overall carbon footprint, mitigating the contribution to rising temperatures and negative health outcomes.

Follow a Procedure for Your Conference's ‘Call for Proposals’

The Membership Management ReportVolume 19, Issue 3 p. 4-4 Conference Planning Procedures Follow a Procedure for Your Conference's ‘Call for Proposals’ First published: 06 February 2023 https://doi.org/10.1002/mmr.32084Read the full textAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume19, Issue3March 2023Pages 4-4 RelatedInformation

Contemplative Practices of Higher Education Faculty of Pakistan: Applications and Propositions

This research aimed to explore the use of Contemplative Practices (CPs) as a growing teaching pedagogy to cope with the challenges faced by the Higher Education. More specifically, to explore what CPs do the higher education faculty members of Pakistan use in their teaching intentionally or unintentionally. This quantitative survey research presented the findings from a survey outlining six major categories of CPs followed by their sub-practices. Data were collected through Survey Monkey from 502 faculty members of the Master Trainers Faculty Professional Development Program (MT-FPDP). For the analysis of data descriptive statistics (percentage analysis) was used. The results of this study showed that faculty members of Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) did not incorporate stillness, creative, movement, and ritual practices in their teaching. Though, it was found that they use generative and relational practices in their class. They feel more confident and at ease to use practices of dialogues, discussions, perspective sharing, and storytelling. Based on the results of the study researchers recommend that to enable faculty members to use CPs in their class HEC, HEIs, and professional development organizations in Pakistan should plan conferences, training workshops, and seminars with the collaboration of HEIs.&#x0D; Keywords: Contemplative Pedagogy &amp; Practices, Higher Education, Holistic Development, Inner Wellbeing

Cross-Agencies And Community Collaboration For Tourism In Lebak Regency, Banten Province, Indonesia

Tourism is the leading sector in Lebak Regency to encourage economic growth. However, the Covid-19pandemic affects tourist visits and the growth of businesses and SMEs. This study described tourism promotioninnovations in Lebak Regency, Banten Province, Indonesia, namely the Lebak Regency Calendar of Events(CoE). A case study was used, with literature reviews and interviews to collect data. The CoE was in line withthe annual development plan, which began with the Development Planning Conference (Musrenbang) and theframing of Local Government Work Plans (RKPD). The culture and tourism agency took the role of 'packaging'and synchronised each agency's programme in Lebak Regency as tourism events or facilitated as part of thetourism events. Each tourism event in Lebak Regency involved various agencies and sectors, the artscommunity, creative economy actors, and SMEs in Lebak Regency. This innovation encourages tourismpromotion massively in Lebak Regency to increase tourist visits and reactivate community economic activity.Keyword: Development Program, Economic Growth, Innovation, Tourism