Modes of Presentation

Mode of Presentation at the Women’s Studies Conference 2027 

Physical Conference Presenters

  • Presenters will deliver live, in-person presentations at the conference.  
  • Each presenter is allocated 12 minutes for the main presentation (PowerPoint recommended).  
  • A 3-minute Q&A session will follow each presentation.  
  • A dedicated poster viewing session will be scheduled in the conference programme.  
  • Each poster presenter will be getting 5 minutes to discuss their poster.  
  • Presenters should be present by their posters to discuss their research and answer questions.  
  • This session allows for interactive discussion and networking with attendees.  

Virtual Conference Presenters

  • Presenters join via Zoom to deliver their presentations in real time.  
  • Each presenter receives 12 minutes for the presentation and 3 minutes for Q&A.  
  • This format allows for direct engagement with the audience and session chairs.  
  • Presenters record a video presentation (maximum 12 minutes) in advance and submit it to the organizing committee.  
  • The video will be played during the assigned session.  
  • The presenter must be present online for the 3-minute live Q&A after the video.  
  • Posters are presented digitally during the conference.  
  • Each poster presentation slot is approximately 5 minutes.  
  • Posters should be submitted as a PowerPoint slide, PDF, or high-quality image.  
  • All posters will be uploaded to the conference website in advance for participants to view.  
  • Posters must be submitted two weeks before the conference.  

General Guidelines for Presenters 

Oral presentation guidelines 

Oral presentations should combine clear verbal explanations with visual support. Presenters are encouraged to use slides effectively but not to read directly from them.  

Tips for effective oral presentations: 

  • Organize slides logically; one idea should lead to the next.  
  • Use graphs and charts to illustrate key points clearly.  
  • Keep slides simple — avoid cluttered text, excessive animations, or distracting elements.  
  • Follow the 6-6-6 rule: no more than 6 words per bullet, 6 bullets per slide, and 6 text slides in a row.  
  • Use easy-to-read fonts and high contrast colors.  
  • Start confidently — consider opening with an insightful fact, quote, or question.  
  • Avoid jargon unless it is clearly explained.  

Before presenting: 

  • Arrive at least 30 minutes early.  
  • Submit your final slides to the IT support table 15 minutes before your session.  
  • Bring a USB backup of your presentation file.  
  • Inform the organizing committee ahead of time if you have special technical needs.  

Technical assistance: 

  • Technical assistance will be provided during your presentation   
  • All presentations must run on Windows operating system – a Laptop and the Multimedia Projector will be available.  Microsoft PowerPoint is the recommended software to be used.   
  • A SMART pointer will be provided to run your presentation on the screen.  

Poster Presentation Guidelines  

What is a poster presentation?

A poster presentation is a visual summary of your research. Posters combine graphics, charts, and text to communicate key findings. 

Creating an effective poster: 

  • The poster should clearly communicate the research question, methodology, results, and conclusions.  
  • Use readable fonts and appropriate layout for clarity.  
  • Avoid unnecessary jargon — present information in a way that is accessible to a wider audience.  
  • Use visuals to support text, not overwhelm it.  

Poster specifications: 

  • Size: Maximum of 2 × 3 feet (width × height).  
  • The heading should include the title, the presenter’s name, and affiliation.  

Poster Submission: 

Posters must be handed over at the registration desk before the session.  

During the viewing session:

Presenters should be available at their posters for interaction with attendees.  

Virtual Presentation Guidelines  

If you are unable to attend the conference in person due to financial constraints or other unavoidable reasons but still wish to have your paper presented and published, we offer virtual presentation options for your convenience.  

Two types of virtual presentations are available:  

  • Live Video Presentation via Zoom 
  • Pre-Recorded Video Presentation 

Live Video Presentation via ZOOM

The Live Video Presentation via Zoom allows authors who are unable to attend the conference physically to participate remotely while experiencing the conference in real time, similar to on-site participants.  

This mode of presentation provides an excellent opportunity to:  

  • Present your research live to the conference audience through an online platform  
  • Interact face-to-face using high-definition video and audio 
  • Engage in live discussions with peer presenters, session chairs, and evaluation panel members  
  • Share your screen, slides, and PDF documents during the presentation  
  • Receive real-time feedback from an international academic audience  
  • Be evaluated by an international evaluation panel and compete for Best Presenter Awards 
  • Remain eligible for all publication opportunities available to regular presenters  

Virtual Presentation Package Includes 

  • Publication of the abstract in the Conference Abstract Book 
  • An allocated presentation slot with a live Q&A session and engagement with conference delegates  
  • Conference materials, including:  
  • Author certificate as a virtual presenter  
  • Book of Abstracts (soft copy)  
  • Conference program book (soft copy)  
  • Conference group photographs  
  • Eligibility to publish in the conference proceedings 
  • Opportunity to submit the full paper for peer review to the conference’s supporting journals