2026 Call for Proposals

 

CRLA is now accepting proposals electronically through March 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA) is a collective of professionals dedicated to supporting students in areas such as reading, learning assistance, developmental education, tutoring, and peer education at the college and adult levels. Our primary mission is to create a platform for sharing ideas, techniques, and information that enhance student learning and foster the professional development of our members.

The 2026 CRLA conference theme is Resilience in Motion. In a time marked by division and uncertainty, our mission has never been more vital. This year’s conference centers on the power of advocacy and collective action—calling us to stand together, uplift one another, and champion inclusive, equitable support for all students. As the world feels increasingly divided, we turn towards each other to build stronger communities and resilient networks that empower change. Through shared purpose and unwavering commitment, we advocate not only for our students, but for each other—building a future rooted in compassion, collaboration, and hope.

We welcome your proposals and look forward to building a meaningful conference together! All proposals must be submitted electronically using CRLA’s online submission system, Whova Call for Speakers/Proposals. Before you
begin the proposal submission process, you should have all your materials prepared and ready for submission. Additional information can be found in the Call for Proposals PDF, linked below.

 

Important Dates

January 16, 2026	Call for Proposals is disseminated, and online system is open for proposal submissions
March 16, 2026	Deadline for proposal reviewer applications
March 16, 2026	Deadline for 2026 CRLA conference proposals. Proposals must be submitted to the call for  speakers in Whova by 11:59 p.m. (EST)
May 15, 2026	Notification of proposal review decisions will be distributed via email to the contact author,  and who is responsible for notifying other individuals listed as presenters
May 29, 2026	Conference registration begins
September 4, 2026	All presenters must be registered for the conference
September 4, 2026	Early registration deadline
September 30, 2026	Deadline for sponsor and exhibitor applications
October 2, 2026	Registration deadline

 

Download the Call for Proposals PDF