Request for Women's Leadership Conference Session Proposals

The Georgia College & State University Women’s Center & LGBTQ+ Programs, Office of Community Engagement and Service, Alumni Association, J. Whitney Bunting College of Business and Technology, and the School of Continuing and Professional Studies are planning the 6th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference for Friday, March 29, 2024 and are seeking Conference Session Proposals. 

Session proposal submissions will be due by 5 p.m. Friday, January 19, 2024. 

The full Request for Session Proposals is attached. Session Proposals can be submitted to https://bit.ly/GCSU2024WLCrfp. 

Conference Overview 

Scheduled to coincide with Women’s History Month, our conference offers a unique platform for participants to delve into the exploration of leadership. We take pride in featuring a diverse array of speakers, including students, staff, alumni, faculty, and community members, providing attendees access to a rich tapestry of experiences and knowledge. The conference content is designed to stimulate critical thought around the participants' roles as leaders, inspiring them to create meaningful change. 

About the 2024 Conference Theme: “Flourish Forward” 

We think about flourishing as thriving, prospering, and living a good life with purpose. Flourishing leaders exemplify a dynamic commitment to growth, resilience, and making a positive impact. In the spirit of “Flourish Forward,” our conference theme celebrates the continuous journey of individuals who not only strive to serve as leaders in their everyday lives, but also inspire others to blossom in their own leadership. 

“Flourish Forward” embodies a dedication to nurturing personal potential, fostering a collaborative culture and cultivating a sustainable impact that reaches well beyond the individual. As a flourishing leader, you have the opportunity to pay it forward, extending the benefits of your growth to empower others.  

Our exploration of the transformative power of flourishing leadership also places a special emphasis on wellness, acknowledging its pivotal role in maintaining effective leadership. Flourishing leaders recognize that true flourishing extends beyond success in a single aspect of life; they embrace a holistic concept of well-being. 

Let us explore together how this idea of leadership can shape lives, organizations and communities for a brighter, more purposeful future. 

Request for Proposals 

We are seeking proposals for dynamic sessions focusing on our 2024 Conference theme of Leading Change: Flourish Forward that empower our diverse audience of students, staff, alumni, faculty and community members to not only understand the importance of wellness in leadership but also to leave with actionable take-aways. 

Key Themes and Topics 

This year, in alignment with our 2024 Conference theme, we are interested in sessions that focus on the intersection of wellness and leadership, including but not limited to: 

• Stress management and resilience 

• Strategies for work-life harmony 

• Mindful leadership practices 

• Cultivating a positive and inclusive work culture 

• Building emotional intelligence 

• Navigating career transitions with well-being in mind