Call for Abstracts: International Ombudsman Association's 12th Annual Conference
DUE: September 30, 2016 -- Be a part of IOA's robust conference experience. Submit a proposal for a session that can help enhance the skills and knowledge of organizational ombuds. IOA's attendees come from diverse sectors around the world and have varying levels of experience. They represent universities, companies, and non-profit agencies; independent practitioners attend the IOA meeting looking for like-minded ombuds with whom to share ideas, collaborate and learn new things.
Potential topics include, but are not limited to:
all aspects of conflict management
cultural and global competencies
sector specific constituent issues
listening
interviewing
facilitation
coaching
maximizing an ombudsman's impact on organizations
conducting training programs
working with other offices/support services in an organization
updates on legal and regulatory frameworks that impact ombuds
All abstract guidelines are outlined in the Abstract Submission System.
Prepare now to submit your proposal for IOA's 12th Annual Conference by Friday, September 30, 11:59 PM ET.