Call for Breakout Presenter Form

							                                       Call for Proposals
                                      DUE DATE December 3, 2012

We invite you to submit a proposal to present a workshop session or showcase exhibit on March 3-5, 2013 at
the Tennessee Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning: Serve. Learn. Change. Your experience in
this field is even more valuable when shared with others who care about service and the community.

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The Tennessee Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning, aims to increase service and volunteerism
across Tennessee as a means of problem-solving throughout all stages of life. The conference will encourage
service leaders and participants to collaborate to address needs in Tennessee while utilizing service and service-
learning as a vehicle for change.

We are challenging our participants to understand the impact of utilizing service as a vehicle for education and
community change. Where do you fit in? How can you share your expertise and collaborate with others to
provide quality service opportunities that transform volunteers and communities across Tennessee?

SELECTION PROCESS FOR WORKSHOPS
The Conference Advisory Council will review and select conference workshop sessions. The Council will
accept high-caliber proposals addressing innovative topics in service as a solution, civic leadership and service-
learning, and organizational capacity building.
    I. Service as a Solution
       Identify how service builds and strengthens communities, fostering growth and economic opportunity.
            Community Development
               o Bridging the gap between higher education research and community action
               o Utilizing the arts for student and community development
               o Mobilizing neighborhoods and the community
               o Youth engagement and community action
               o Research analysis of community issues
               o Innovative partnerships and collaborations




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         National Service
         Sessions within this track target program staff, volunteers, potential national service participants, and
         communities impacted by the following national service programs:
            o SeniorCorps
            o AmeriCorps*VISTA
            o AmeriCorps*State/National/NCCC

         Social innovation for business/nonprofits
            o Innovative strategies for business and social responsibility
            o Business/non-profit partnerships
            o Increasing economic opportunity
            o Strategies to increase and retain corporate volunteers for community development

 II. Civic Leadership and Service-Learning
     Demonstrate how civic engagement and service-learning can build leadership skills of the service
     provider and the community. Best practices, innovations of service-learning in both in academic and
     community-based settings.
            K-12 service-learning, community-based service-learning and/or higher education service-
            learning
            o Building sustainable community partnerships in service
            o Service-learning and education reform
            o Using the service-learning methodology to transform volunteers and the community
            o Institutionalizing service-learning in schools or organizations
            o Social and emotional learning through service

 III. Organizational Capacity Building
      Bolster organizational effectiveness through:
         Program Sustainability
             o Leveraging resources
             o Funding
             o Grant writing
             o Using social media to build support

         Project/Program Management
            o Building innovative programs that impact communities, students, volunteers, etc.
            o Program measurement/evaluation
            o Utilizing academic research on a practitioner level
            o Management/communication

         Volunteer Management
            o Program collaboration
            o Volunteer mobilization, management, and retention
            o Inclusive service strategies
            o Utilizing skilled, professional volunteers
            o Intergenerational service opportunities
            o Service with faith-based communities




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AUDIENCE
Conference participants are service leaders across Tennessee, including but not limited to:

Non-Profit and Volunteer Management Professionals and Community Volunteers: Non-profits, HandsOn
Network, volunteer centers, socially responsible corporations, philanthropists, workplace volunteer managers,
faith-based service initiatives, youth leaders, and community members.

National Service Programs: Housed in local community organizations, these programs match federal funds from
the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), leveraging local resources to give Americans of
all ages an opportunity to create healthy communities through service. These programs include
AmeriCorps*VISTA, AmeriCorps*State/National, and Senior Corps.

Service-Learning Practitioners:
    Higher Education Service-Learning: The Tennessee Campus Compact (TNCC) is the statewide
       coordinator, convener, and catalyst for civic engagement, academic service-learning, and community
       service in higher education. This network of service-learning practitioners will join us along with other
       higher education teachers and students who are transforming communities with their work.
    K-12 Service-Learning: Educators who use service-learning as a teaching methodology to engage
       students in learning.
    Community-Based Service-Learning Programs: Out-of-school programs using service-learning to
       promote civic engagement and youth development.

Government Leaders: We are fortunate to have partners from the federal, state, and local levels:
    CNCS Tennessee State Office: Managing Tennessee’s AmeriCorps*VISTA, and Senior Corps programs
    Volunteer Tennessee: Tennessee’s State Service Commission manages AmeriCorps*State and
      encourages volunteerism and community service in Tennessee.
    Cities of Service: Mayor Karl Dean pledged that Nashville would help the country achieve the goals of
      the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act by joining New York’s Mayor Michael Bloomberg to
      launch the Cities of Service coalition and developing a comprehensive local action plan to increase civic
      engagement.

WORKSHOP SELECTION CRITERA
The Conference Advisory Council solicits interactive workshops for the participants. Selection criteria include
hands-on activities, opportunities for dialogue, and small group activities. A lecture with question and answer
time at the end is not sufficient. For workshops focusing on service-learning, the Council expects inclusion of
the essential elements of quality service-learning.

Workshops will be selected to ensure that at least one youth presentation is scheduled per workshop time slot.
Workshop sessions are one hour and fifteen minutes.

SELECTION PROCESS FOR SHOWCASE EXHIBITS
The Conference Advisory Council will review and select high-quality volunteerism, service, and service-
learning program models for the showcase exhibits. Showcase exhibits will be given free display space/table in
our exhibit hall.

If your school or organization practices service-learning, volunteerism, or has an innovative and easily
replicated program meeting critical needs in your community, you are encouraged to apply to participate in the
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showcase. You will need to prepare a display that illustrates your work to inspire others to begin similar
projects. You are required to staff the booth with at least one person during showcase hours to discuss your
project with conference attendees. Youth participation is strongly encouraged.

TO APPLY TO BE A WORKSHOP PRESENTER OR SHOWCASE EXHIBITOR
   Complete either the workshop or showcase exhibit form.
   Attach your Workshop Detail documents (see page 6).
   Submit your proposal via email to Volunteer.Tennessee@tn.gov by December 3, 2012.
   Selected workshop presenters and showcase exhibitors will be notified by January 10, 2013.

IF YOUR PROPOSAL IS ACCEPTED:
All selected workshops will be published in the Tennessee Journal of Service-Learning and Civic Engagement,
a peer-reviewed journal published by Volunteer Tennessee. This journal will publish full papers on your
presentation as well as articles covering service-learning, volunteerism, or civic engagement. The articles can
be a reflective essay, cover a research-based issue, focus on best practices, a community building project,
volunteerism, or service-learning pedagogy. We will request the following information from selected
presenters:
             An abstract of your presentation (1-2 pages)
             A 2-3 sentence description of your presentation for the journal.
             Informative handouts (maximum of 3 pages)

CONFERENCE LOGISTICS
Lodging Information
Make your hotel reservations early at Franklin Marriot Cool Springs:
Online: Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
Via Phone: 888-403-6772
Group code: TCVTCVA

The conference rate for lodging is $97 per night (plus any taxes or fees that are applicable). Rooms are reserved
under Tennessee Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning Group Rate.

Conference Registration
One presenter for each workshop (not showcase exhibit) selected will receive a complimentary registration.
You will not need to register; Volunteer Tennessee will automatically register lead presenters. Additional youth
presenters may be eligible for scholarships. For more information about registration, visit us online at
www.volunteertennessee.net.

You will be responsible for preparing and copying handouts for your session(s).



                    Updated information can be found at: www.volunteertennessee.net




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Workshop Proposals
Lead Contact Information
Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Current Position
Organization/School
Work Phone
E-Mail Address
Co-Presenter’s Contact Information
Name (s)
Current Position
Organization/School


Workshop Information
Workshop Title:
**If you are interested in submitting more than one topic, please duplicate this form.
Workshop Track
** You may select multiple tracks if your presentation overlaps topics.
Please note primary track with #1 and secondary with #2.
                                         Civic Leadership & Service-       Organizational Capacity Building
Service as a Solution
                                         Learning
___ Community Development                ___ K-12                          ___ Program Sustainability
___ National Service                     ___ Community-Based               ___ Project/Program Management
___ Social innovation for                                                  ___ Volunteer Management
                                         ___ Higher Education
    business/non-profits


Presenters                               Workshop Level                     Workshop Style
___ Youth (up to age 24)                 ___ Introductory                   ___Panel Discussion
___ Adults                               ___ Intermediate                   ___Interactive Presentation
___ Both                                 ___ Advanced                       ___Other/ Explain:




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    Presenter/ Co-Presenter Qualifications and Experience




    Workshop Abstract
    * As you wish it to appear in conference program, 10 lines maximum




    Workshop Detail
    Please include the following documents (2-4 pages maximum)
         1. Detailed agenda
            (for panel discussion workshops, include panel members and bio/expertise.)
         2. Clearly defined learning objectives for participants
         3. Presentation methods
         4. Opportunities for participant interaction and reflection
         5. Explain if this presentation has been given before and to what audience
    Audio-Visual Equipment
    All meeting rooms will be arranged theatre style. We will provide a screen and LCD projector,
    flip chart stand and paper/markers (if needed) at no charge to you. Microphones will be provided
    as required by room size.

    Statement of Intent
    If my proposal is selected, I agree to take part in the program on March 4 and/ or March 5. I also
    agree to furnish copies of handouts for participants in my session(s).

    ___ I would like to be considered only for a workshop on March 4-5, 2013.
    ___ I would like to be considered only for a showcase exhibit on March 4-5, 2013.
    ___ I would like to be considered for a either a workshop or showcase exhibit.
    Signature:
    Date:



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Showcase Exhibit Proposal
Lead Contact Information
Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Current Position
Organization/School
Work Phone
E-Mail Address


Showcase Exhibit Information
Exhibit Title:


Showcase Exhibit Abstract
* As you wish it to appear in conference program, 10 lines maximum




Statement of Intent
If my proposal is selected, I agree to take part in the conference on March 4 and/ or March 5. I also agree to
furnish high-quality display materials and staff the showcase booth during selected times during the conference.

Signature:
Date:




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