Language Diversity Conference/Submissions

Key dates and deadlines
Guidance for those uploading pre-recorded sessions
Guidance for submitting posters
Slide deck template and design assets
How to get in touch

Important Dates

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Proposal submissions are now CLOSED

Notification of acceptance or declination of submissions: COMPLETED. (Please check junk folders if you can't see an email from us)
Poster submissions: Open until 31st August
Deadline to upload pre-recorded sessions: 31st August (see our upload and filming advice)

If you have submitted a session, please check the email address you used to register for Eventyay, including the spam or junk folders.

We have now responded to all proposers. If you cannot find this email in your inbox or spam/junk folder please contact languagediversitycon@gmail.com

Pre-recorded sessions: Filming and uploading information

Speakers who are pre-recording their sessions must do the following:

Log into eventyay and visit your sessions page.
Click into your session and make sure that your session is showing as “pre-recorded lightning talk” (or pre-recorded presentation” if you are delivering a 20 minute pre-recorded presentation)
Scroll down to the bottom of the page and hit "Save".
Use the filming tips below to film your video.
Watch your video(s) and make sure the audio sounds good, and that the lighting looks good too. Don't be afraid to reshoot and do it again.
Upload your video to Commons using Video2Commons and add the designated category.
Add your Commons link to eventyay on your session page by choosing "Resources". Scroll down and hit "Save."

The due date for pre-recorded videos is Monday 31 August end of day, anywhere on earth. If your video uses slides, please use the Language Diversity Conference 2026 presentation template

Filming tips

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Camera Settings for Android

Touch the Settings icon. Choose Resolution & Quality, a mode and a camera.
Choose a resolution or video quality setting from the list: 30 fps will look like standard video; 60 fps will make captured motion look very smooth.
Choose the 16:9 ratio setting over 4:3.

Camera Settings for iPhone/iPad

On the iPhone, open Settings, then head to "Camera." From here, tap "Record Video," then choose any of the 4K options. Changing it here will switch it in the Camera app immediately.
Select your frame rate: 30 fps will look like standard video; 60 fps will make captured motion look very smooth. If it helps, the Apple default is 30 fps.
Choose the 16:9 ratio setting over 4:3.

Camera Settings for Computer on Video Conferencing Application (such as Jitsi or Zoom)

For further information, see Webcam recording.
Open Jitsi or Zoom and press the record symbol. That is on the bottom of the screen.
You can save it to your desktop or the cloud, whatever is more convenient for you.
Keep in mind that you will have to send us the link of that video so remember where you save it to.

Recording

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* If you are using a mobile phone, put your phone in airplane mode and shut down background apps to prevent interruptions.

Do not film in a dark environment. Being in a well-lit environment makes all the difference in your video.
White light vs. yellow light will capture better. Natural light is the best. If you are by a window, make sure to face the window, not away from it. Turn on any lights that can help light your face from the sides and behind you. Try to avoid using flash.
Clean your camera lens. Use an eyeglass cloth if you have one; do not use disposable tissue (especially one with lotion).
Make sure there are no distracting background noises or activity. Make sure you are in a quiet area. Do your best to turn off any fans, air conditioners, TVs, or anything else that is projecting noise.
Make sure you have at least one clip with clear flow and a beginning and ending cadence. Send us your best video, usually it will take 3 takes to get the best one.

Landscape

If you are filming with your phone make sure you are filming in a landscape orientation. This will ensure your video doesn’t have black empty spaces on the side. Your video will take up more of the screen and people will be able to see you better.

Framing

Now that you're recording in the proper orientation, completely fill the frame with your subject. Make sure your head is not being cut by the camera, there must be space between the top and bottom of your head and the screen. You will need to make sure you are not too close to the camera.

Stabilizing and Smooth Footage

If recording with a smartphone try to remember to do the following:

Keep the phone close to your body.
Rest your elbows on a nearby object for stability.
Use your body to absorb bounces and shakes.
Try and prop your phone so that it stays still, if you have a tripod or phone mount, even better.

Poster submissions

Full information about how to submit a poster and guidance about designing your poster can be found on our dedicated poster page.

Your poster should be uploaded to this commons category by end of day 31 August. Be on the lookout for any feedback from reviewers on-wiki or via email and be prepared to upload a new version of your poster in the event that there are typos, missing attributions for photos, or other issues.

Event organisers will print successful posters and display them during the conference.

Design assets

Slide deck template

Do you need a branded slide template for your submission? We have prepared one for you! Use our Language Diversity Conference 2026 presentation template in Google Slide format by making a copy (Click File ► Make a copy ► Entire presentation). Customize it to best fit your needs.

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