Update: Abstract submissions – Global definition

Thank you for your submissions! Feedback timeline.

Thank you to all the scholars and practitioners who submitted abstracts for the Engaged Research Conference 2025. We’re encouraged by the enthusiastic response — with nearly 300 submissions received across a wide range of disciplines.

Due to the volume and quality of abstracts, our Scientific Committee is taking additional time to ensure each submission receives careful review and constructive feedback.

All applicants will receive feedback by 29 August 2025. We appreciate your patience and look forward to sharing a dynamic, inclusive conference programme that reflects the richness of engaged research in Africa.

Abstract submission system closed

The abstract submission system is closed. Thank you for your submissions.

Decision notification

The Engaged Research Conference Scientific Committee is currently reviewing submitted abstracts. We appreciate your interest in contributing to the conference and the time you invested in preparing your submission. The Committee is carefully reviewed all abstracts based on criteria such as originality, significance, clarity, and relevance to the conference theme.

We understand that you are eager to learn the outcome of the review process. As soon as the Scientific Committee has completed its evaluation, we will communicate the decisions. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this process. We value your contribution to the field of engaged research and encourage you to continue your important work. We hope to see you at future conferences and events.

Theme	Description
*Co-Creation* *and* *Participatory* *Research Approaches*	This theme will explore a range of methods, practices, and tools for involving stakeholders in all stages of the research and dissemination processes.
*Impactful Community Partnerships*	This theme will delve into case studies and best practices on building long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with communities.
*Policy and Engaged Research*	This theme will explore how engaged research influences policy and contributes to societal change.
*Engaged Research in the Digital Age*	This theme will examine the role of technology in enhancing the reach and accessibility of engaged research.
Engaged Research for Epistemic Justice, Social Justice and Equity	This theme will address power dynamics in engaged research, ethical considerations and inclusivity challenges.
*Ethical and Inclusive Research*	This theme will address power dynamics in engaged research, ethical considerations and inclusivity challenges.
*Research* *Translation* *and* *Knowledge Brokering*	This theme will explore approaches and strategies for ensuring research findings are accessible and useful for relevant audiences.
*Impact Measurement and Evaluation*	This theme will discuss frameworks and tools for assessing the impact measurement and evaluation of engaged research.