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Center A Community Service Project of the Western Washington Debate Union  2006 Call for Submissions |
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We seek original works and ideas from all persons. Undergraduates are particularly encouraged to submit. We will consider works that have been used for course work provided they are revised and appropriate to the conference theme. All other members of the academic community are welcome to submit as well. In addition, those who are not members of the academic community should feel free to contribute, especially those from non-governmental organizations, community groups, and the activist community.
What to submit:
Papers. We are seeking academic papers on conference themes. These papers may involve theory, critical perspectives, narrative, historical case studies, and other forms of inquiry and knowledge building. Papers should include a cover page containing an abstract and authorship information, along with contact information including phone and e-mail. Submissions by undergraduate students should indicate their status on the cover page as well.
Paper abstracts. While first consideration for paper inclusion will be given to the above submissions, abstracts for papers will be considered. Abstracts that are accepted are expected to be completed papers for presentation at the conference. Be sure to include contact information including phone and e-mail.
Workshop Proposals. Uniquely, we also seek alternative means of expression and knowledge dispersal such as workshops on activism, advocacy training, practical skills mentoring, role playing, and other creative means of helping persons to be enabled to pursue peace. Workshops should be designed to assist persons seeking to improve their advocacy skills who may have limited experience in public participation. Proposals should include a description of the activity or pedagogical method, the goals of the workshop, and identify those who will be facilitating. Include a cover page containing an abstract and authorship/facilitator information, along with contact information including phone and e-mail.
Discussion Panel Proposals. Persons with experience in community activism may want to propose panels of discussion relating to method and experience. These proposals should have a theme or topic identified, along with the participants and the contributions that each will make. Include a cover page containing an abstract of the panel along with participant biographies, along with contact information including phone and e-mail for the organizer/chair of the panel.
Media. Original films, documentaries, videos, recordings, and other forms of mediated programs related to the theme of peace will be considered. Submit a copy of work on VHS or DVD (preferred). Submissions that are accepted will be featured in the opening nights film festival.
Art. Written works (poetry, prose, etc.) and visual arts (paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, etc.) will be accepted related to conference themes. For those artistic works that can be performed, time will be made available the opening night of the conference for the artist to present their work. Works that are displayed will be on exhibit throughout the conference, with a panel time scheduled for artists to be available to interact with viewers. For visual works submit a photograph or video of the work for consideration.
Preference for consideration will be given to complete papers and/or other proposals.
Special Award Opportunity for Undergraduates:
In order to recognize the outstanding work of undergraduate students, the top paper submitted by an undergraduate student will be recognized at the conference with the CASCAID Contribution to Advocacy Award and $250 honorarium.
When to submit:
Materials received by Monday, May 1, 2006 will receive full consideration. Materials received after that date will be reviewed and accepted at the discretion of the conference organizers. Contributors who submit by the deadline will receive notice within 1 week of the status of their work.
How to submit:
Electronic submissions (Microsoft Word) should be sent to one or more of the following:
steven.woods@wwu.edu
korry.harvey@wwu.edu
fornib@cc.wwu.edu
Please put “CASCAID CONFERENCE” in subject line
Dates: May 19 and 20, 2006; additional events are under consideration for the preceding week.
Location: Western Washington University, Bellingham WA
Schedule: Conference schedule can be found here.
Lodging: No official conference hotel is selected. In Bellingham there are a variety of reasonable and moderately priced hotels, as well as ritzy and plush. (For assistance it may be helpful to consult http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-480152-bellingham_hotels-i). We are also open to helping attendees arrange cooperative accommodation (room-sharing).
Transport: Bellingham does have an airport, but fares are typically better into Seattle’s SeaTac airport or Vancouver, BC. Bellingham is also served by both Amtrak and Greyhound. Bellingham is about 80 miles north of Seattle on I-5. There is a shuttle bus that runs between Bellingham and SeaTac (www.airporter.com), and about 45 miles south of Vancouver, BC.
Amenities: Beverages and healthy snacks will be provided throughout the conference. Dress standard is casual/informal. The facilities for the conference will be in the newly opened Communication building on campus. Fully mediated presentation spaces are available if required.
Bellingham has great restaurants and nightlife. Mt. Baker ski area may still be open and is an hour away from Bellingham. The WWU campus overlooks Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands, and has an outstanding outdoor art collection. Weather in Bellingham for that time of year is mild, though possibly wet. (For further information www.bellingham.org and www.wwu.edu)
Selected papers and workshop materials received for the Conference will be published in a Proceedings document to be made available online.
*Keywords related to possible subject matter for proposals:
International conflict, ethnic conflict, civil disturbances, war, human rights violations, oppression, specific examples of conflict current and historical, avoidance of conflict, liberation movements, terrorism, civil disobedience, civil discourse, non-violence theory, non-violence practice and training, non-violent communication, domestic violence, conflict resolution, ecological balance and sustainability, war metaphors, media portrayals of conflict and violence, roots of violence, resource conflict, economic disruption and displacement, (de)colonization, movement theory, gender conflicts, non-governmental actions, genocide, peacekeeping, weapons of mass destruction, construction of threats, nuclearism, militarism, use of force for political goals, pre-emptive uses of force, just war theory, refugees, statism.
This list is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to be exclusive. Feel free to define “peace and justice” by operational means through your proposal.
CASCAID is a community service project of the Western Debate Union.
Mission Statement: CASCAID will assist persons from the community in developing advocacy skills by providing training and feedback, research assistance, and strategy consultation. CASCAID will prioritize issues of environmental quality, sustainability, and health, as well as issues of social justice and resource equity. CASCAID’s goal is to increase citizen participation and voice in governance and the policy-making process.