Abstract Submission Guidelines

Individual abstracts may address a) research findings, b) effective program practices or c) an innovation. Each abstract should not be longer than 350 words in length and follow their respective outlines below. Individuals submitting abstracts should ensure they provide sufficient detail for external reviewers to evaluate their work.

Abstract Categories

Abstract Outlines by Category

Research Abstract Program/Best Practice Abstract Innovation
1. Title 1. Title 1. Name of the technology/innovation
2. Significance/background 2. Background/Objective/Rationale 2. Inventors/innovators
3. Main objective/hypothesis 3. Program intervention/activities 3. Brief description of the technology
4. Methods (location, study design, data source, time frame, sample size, analysis approach)4. Methods (location, setting, data source, time frame, intended beneficiaries, participant size, evaluation approach)4. Pictures/video link
5. Results/key findings 5. Results/key findings 5. Impact of the technology/innovation
6. Knowledge contribution 6. Program implications/lessons

Evaluation Criteria

Abstracts will be evaluated based on:

  1. Originality - Contains significant new findings
  2. Quality - Significantly advances the evidence base for addressing family planning needs
  3. Importance - Directly addresses key themes for the conference
  4. Presentation - Clearly presents material according to outline (with headings)

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: 15th July 2025

Decision Notification: 30th August 2025

Language: All abstracts/papers must be submitted in English

Submission Method: Through the submission portal only

Submission Process

  1. 1. Choose your abstract category (Research, Program/Best Practice, or Innovation)
  2. 2. Prepare your abstract according to the respective outline and guidelines
  3. 3. Ensure your abstract is maximum 350 words and follows the required structure
  4. 4. Submit through the online submission portal before 15th July 2025
  5. 5. Receive email acknowledgment of submission
  6. 6. Await decision notification by 30th August 2025

Note: All corresponding authors will receive an email acknowledging receipt of their abstract submission.

Ready to Submit?

Ensure you have reviewed all guidelines before submitting your abstract.

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the submission process, please contact us at info@rdc2025.com