Call for Proposals

48th Annual Conference | October 24–26, 2025 | Miami, FL

SUBMISSION PORTAL IS NOW CLOSED

Call for Proposals

We welcome proposals from current grantees, alumni (U.S. or non-U.S.), and anyone who supports the ideals of the Fulbright Program. You do not have to be a member of the Fulbright Association, but all presenters must register to attend the conference.

Important Dates

  • Proposals Accepted: Friday, May 30 – Tuesday, July 15

  • Proposal Reviews: Wednesday, July 16 – Friday, August 1

  • Presenter Decision Notifications: Week of August 12

For more information, visit the FAQ page.

Session Formats

Roundtable Discussions (30 mins)

Roundtable Discussions are a less formal way to engage with other attendees around a central topic, idea, or research area. These sessions generate conversation and engagement around tables of ten attendees.

Presenters will each have 30 minutes to provide a brief introduction to a topic and lead a discussion with several prompting questions.
Each table will represent a variety of topics and themes. Participants are allowed to rotate from table to table during a 1–2 hour session.

Handouts are encouraged, but WiFi and projectors will not be available.

Poster Presentations (60 mins)

Poster Presentations are designed to be impactful information sessions on your Fulbright experience, idea, issue, or research. Presenters will visually represent their data and present their content to participants during a 60-minute time frame.

Returning Fulbright grantees, students, and teachers are welcome to submit proposals in this category.
Past posters have included Fulbright grant experiences, research or other work, project overviews, best practices for teaching, photo journals, and outreach efforts both in the U.S. and abroad. Be creative!

Posters will be attached to one side of a 4 x 8 standing bulletin board. A “typical” printed poster is not required; you may use the space as needed to convey your presentation.
Thumbtack pins and a table will be provided.

Conference Focus Areas

The focus areas for this year’s conference are inspired by the four pillars for the Fulbright Association. Conference Focus Areas may overlap; please select the area which is the best match for your presentation proposal.

Questions? Email: conference@fulbright.org

Advocate

Advancing the Fulbright Mission

This focus area invites presentations that explore how we can better advocate for the Fulbright Program and the values it represents—mutual understanding, diplomacy, and peacebuilding. We encourage proposals that share creative advocacy strategies, grassroots mobilization efforts, and policy engagement that highlight Fulbright’s global impact.

Key topics could include:

  • Best practices in Fulbright advocacy and storytelling

  • Building strategic alliances with policymakers and organizations

  • Mobilizing alumni networks for legislative action

  • Leveraging media and digital platforms for outreach

  • Engaging students and communities to promote the program’s mission

  • Advancing the visibility and sustainability of the Fulbright Program

Learn

Sharing Knowledge from the Fulbright Experience

This pillar highlights the scholarly and professional insights gained through Fulbright exchanges. We invite proposals that share cutting-edge research, data-driven insights, and cross-cultural lessons learned through Fulbright teaching, study, and research placements.

Key topics could include:

  • Disseminating research findings and academic collaboration

  • Comparative education, cultural analysis, or policy studies

  • Innovations in science, technology, arts, or the humanities

  • Fulbright experiences that inform new fields of study

  • Case studies of interdisciplinary research and exchange

  • Local-to-global knowledge sharing through Fulbright networks

Engage

Using Global Ideas for Local Impact

This area is focused on how Fulbright alumni and scholars translate their international experiences into community impact. Proposals should demonstrate how Fulbrighters are tackling local and global challenges through civic engagement, education, entrepreneurship, or social innovation.

Key topics could include:

  • Community development, capacity building, and volunteerism

  • Projects addressing inequality, education, or public health

  • Cross-sector partnerships for social innovation

  • Youth leadership, mentorship, and engagement

  • Bridging cultural divides through dialogue and collaboration

  • Leveraging Fulbright as a platform for grassroots impact

Grow

Professional and Personal Development After Fulbright

This focus area highlights the journey of lifelong learning and leadership that continues well after the Fulbright experience ends. We welcome proposals that explore career development, global leadership, personal growth, and how the Fulbright network supports these paths.

Key topics could include:

  • Reentry experiences and navigating post-Fulbright transitions

  • Building a global career rooted in international exchange

  • Leadership development through fellowships, academia, or the private sector

  • Lifelong learning: fellowships, upskilling, and certifications

  • Strengthening alumni connections for career and personal growth

  • Mentorship, coaching, and networking through Fulbright