Don’t wait, submit your proposal today! Submissions will be accepted until May 22, 2025.
Join the forefront of waste and resource management as a presenter at RCon, the premier conference hosted by SWANA, where we’re shaping the future of waste as a resource. RCon redefines the waste and resource management landscape with innovative discussions, resources, and relevant topics.   

1. A compelling title that captures the essence of your session or poster*. 
2. A description of the session or poster (between 150 and 350 words)*. If using generative AI to develop your presentation or proposal, you must state so in the description section. 
3. Three (3) learning objectives of your session or poster to be included in the event mobile app.*
4. Interactivity – Including how you will engage attendees during your session and promote dialogue. 
5. Names, titles, organizations, and biographies for the primary presenter and co-presenters. 
6. Keywords that align with your submission.

Submission Instructions

To submit your proposal, complete the following steps: 

1. Start your submission on the call for proposal platform.
2. Scroll to the bottom and click the RCon Call for Proposals box. Then click register. 
3. Create a login in the call for proposals platform. Every primary submitter must create a login. Enter your email, first name, last name, and create a password.
4. Click, “I agree to Slayte's Term of Services and Privacy Policy.”
5. Click, “Create an Account”.
6. Verify your email address. In your inbox, there should be an email from: no-reply@slayte.com with the subject line, “[Slayte] Welcome to SWANA! Please activate your account”. The body of the email says, “Just one more step...To activate your account for SWANA click the big button below. Activate Account" (click this button, which takes you back to the login page).  
7. Login to create a new submission. 
8. Compile the information noted above for your submission and enter it in the form. 
   a. Your progress will save, so keep tweaking the submission information.
   b. You can revisit your submission any time before the deadline. 
9. When you are ready to finalize the submission before May 22, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET, confirm details of your submission, sign the submission agreement, and hit submit. 
10. You will receive a confirmation email from RCon@swana.org.  

Timeline 

• Deadline: Submissions are due by Thursday, May 22, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET.
  
• Notification: Selected presenters will be notified in mid to late June. 

Proposal Submission Agreement 

By submitting this proposal, you agree to comply with the guidelines and deadlines set by SWANA. Proposals are subject to a peer review process. Acceptance notifications will be sent via email. Speakers commit to preparing and delivering high-quality, original content. Expenses related to attending RCon, including travel and registration, are the responsibility of the speaker.  

You also indicate that the content of your presentation is your own original work or that you have obtained appropriate permissions for any third-party materials used. If generative AI is used to develop your presentation or proposal, that must be declared in session description of the submission.  

You authorize SWANA to make minor edits to your submitted presentation materials for clarity, formatting, or to align with guidelines. You understand that any substantial content changes will be discussed with you in advance. You also grant the organization a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use my presentation materials in conjunction with the event, including for post-RCon access or educational distribution. 

You grant SWANA the right to photograph, record, and/or livestream your presentation and image for promotional, educational, and archival purposes. You understand these materials may be used in print and digital formats, including on websites, social media, and marketing materials.