Lead conversations. Lead connections.
Submit your idea to share, connect and lead conversations at RDI Network Exchange 25.
We are now accepting expressions of interest (abstracts) for the RDI Network Exchange 25 program.
CLOSING DEADLINE 17 APRIL.
We are interested in the conversations you want to lead – to drive better development through evidence and collaboration.
How can research and evidence help us navigate a changing development landscape and shape its future directions? What new collaborations are needed to respond more effectively to the development challenges we face now and into the future?
We are keen to hear from experienced and early-career professionals and researchers with fresh perspectives, new ideas and a passion for connecting and collaborating.
In keeping with our focus on interaction, Exchange 25 will provide a range of ways to share and learn from each other – online, in-person and hybrid formats (see below for all possible formats) – beyond the traditional conference format. We are also interested in hearing your ideas for new and different approaches.
Possible formats for sessions
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Possible topics for sessions
We are open to topics from all areas of development policy and practice, for example:
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climate resilience and sustainable development
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locally-led development and development research
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digital innovation in development
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economic empowerment and livelihoods
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education and capacity building
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financing for development
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gender equity and social inclusion
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health and development
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humanitarian action and development
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indigenous knowledge and local leadership
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monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL)
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partnerships for sustainable development
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youth and future leaders in development
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or other topics – you decide!
AV support for sessions
For In-person sessions, all speakers must attend the Exchange at UTS or provide pre-recorded content as part of a session. There will be limited facilities to ‘Zoom in’ speakers to concurrent sessions.
For Online sessions, there will be limited facilities at the Exchange at UTS to lead or join sessions from the venue.
For Hybrid sessions, the Exchange will provide AV support to you and your team to enable participation from those present at UTS and online. Hybrid is available for only Research and Practice Showcases and Panel Conversations
Selection process and support for session preparation
Selection of expressions of interest will be carried out by the Exchange 25 Organising Committee, which represents a cross section of the development sector in Australia and Asia and Pacific regions. Find out who we are here.
If your Expression of Interest is successful, you may work with the Exchange Organising Committee to refine the format and session type.
If your Expression of Interest is selected, we will support you to prepare, deliver and lead your session by offering access to a free training opportunity to Communicate with Confidence. This session, led by master facilitator and executive coach Alison Carter, will include insights on sharpening your presentation, improving your delivery and facilitation and communicating your ideas in a compelling way.
How to make a submission – some tips and resources
Click the "Submit your abstract" button above – this will take you to Whova!, the app we are using to administrate the conference.
Click the “Start proposal” button and log into your account. If this is your first time logging into Whova!, please create an account.
Watch this tutorial video for more details on how to use the Submission Portal.
Download these instructions and the submission form in an accessible Word document – you can draft your responses here then cut and paste them into Whova!
Other ways to get involved
Nominate yourself as a group facilitator or to chair a session at the Exchange
Would you like to lead small group reflections during the Exchange or chair a concurrent session? Please email us at info@rdinetworkexchange25.org
More Exchange
In addition to the formal sessions there will be plenty of opportunities to connect with researchers and practitioners from across the development sector – and the region, including:
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Interactive welcome and networking event
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Facilitated reflections on insights and learning throughout the program
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Interaction with Keynote speakers from the region
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Marketplace and exhibition spaces
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Exchange Dinner
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Closing drinks
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