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CAPPA Conference 2027 Speaker Request

CAPPA is now accepting speaker requests for the 2027 CAPPA Conference in San Diego, CA, taking place October 6–7, 2027. If you’re interested in presenting, please complete this form with your contact information, session topic, and relevant experience. We look forward to learning more about your proposed presentation.

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Question 1 of 22

Full Name:

Question 2 of 22

Email Address:

Question 3 of 22

Professional title, credentials and certifications:

Question 4 of 22

Organization or business name, if applicable:

Question 5 of 22

Website or professional profile link, if applicable:

Question 6 of 22

Which professional area best describes your work?

(Select all that apply)
A

Labor doula support

B

Postpartum doula support

C

Lactation support

D

Childbirth Education

E

Perinatal mental health

F

Family education

G

Midwifery or nursing

H

Medical or clinical care

I

Business, leadership, or professional development

J

Other related field

Question 7 of 22

Please describe your speaking or teaching experience. Include conferences, workshops, trainings, webinars, classes or other relevant teaching experience.

Question 8 of 22

Please provide a short speaker bio. 

Question 9 of 22

Presentation title:

Question 10 of 22

Presentation description:
Please provide a clear summary of your proposed session, including the main topic, who it is for, and what attendees will gain. 

Question 11 of 22

What format are you proposing?

(Select all that apply)
A

Lecture or educational session

B

Interactive workshop

C

Panel presentation

D

Skills-based training

E

Other

Question 12 of 22

What is the ideal session length for your presentation?

A

30 minutes

B

45 minutes

C

60 minutes

D

90 minutes

E

Flexible

Question 13 of 22

What are 3 key learning objectives for your session?

Question 14 of 22

Who is the best audience for your session?

(Select all that apply)
A

New birth professionals

B

Experienced birth professionals

C

Doulas

D

Childbirth educators

E

Lactation professionals

F

Postpartum professionals

G

Perinatal mental health professionals

H

Healthcare providers

I

Business owners or leaders

J

All conference attendees

Question 15 of 22

How does your session support CAPPA conference attendees? Please explain how your presentation is relevant, practical, and useful for professionals serving birthing people, babies, and families.

Question 16 of 22

Have you presented this topic before?

A

Yes

B

No

C

A version of this topic

Question 17 of 22

If yes, where have you presented this topic? If no, please put N/A. 

Question 18 of 22

Please submit a recording of yourself presenting, teaching, or speaking in a professional setting. 
Your recording may be from a presentation, webinar, workshop, training class or similar professional setting. If you do not have a previous recording, you may upload a short video introducing yourself and your proposed session topic.

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Question 19 of 22

Are you available to present in person in San Diego, CA on October 6-7, 2027?

A

Yes, I am available both days

B

I am available October 6 only

C

I am available October 7 only

D

I am interested in only submitting a virtual session

Question 20 of 22

Do you agree that CAPPA may contact you regarding your speaker request and conference planning details? 

A

Yes

B

No

Question 21 of 22

I understand that CAPPA Conference speaker opportunities are unpaid. If selected, I understand that I will receive one complimentary conference ticket, professional visibility with CAPPA's audience, and the option to include an approved item in the conference swag bags.

A

Yes, I understand and agree

B

No, I do not agree

Question 22 of 22

I understand that selected speakers are required to submit a recorded version of their presentation so it can be made available to virtual CAPPA Conference attendees for viewing and/or purchase.

A

Yes, I understand and agree

B

No, I do not agree

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