Abstracts

Abstract Submission Period Now Open!

The abstract submission period for 2026 NACCHO360 is now open! 

The Planning Committee will evaluate abstracts based on a number of criteria, including timeliness, relevance, design, clarity, outcomes, and potential impact. All abstracts must be submitted via the Map Your Show (MYS) online abstract system no later than November 28, 2025 by 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Proposals that are incomplete, late or submitted in an inappropriate format will not be considered, and deadline extensions are not guaranteed. 

What's New in 2026?

You can attend the 2026 NACCHO360 your way—either in-person or online. Attendees may choose to join us onsite for face-to-face networking and interactive sessions, or participate virtually to access conference programming, recordings, and on-demand content from anywhere. Whether you join us in-person or tune in virtually, you’ll have access to expert speakers, dynamic sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities—all in the format that works best for you.

When submitting your abstract, please note that each submission will be reviewed for inclusion in the live/in-person conference, the digital conference, or both—giving you more flexibility and reach than ever before.

Key Deadlines:

  • Abstract Period Opens: October 15, 2025
  • Abstract Period Closes: November 28, 2025
  • Abstract Notifications Release: February, 2026

Key Resources:

To begin the abstract submission process,
click the link above and follow the instructions.
 

Provides a detailed look at what to expect 
when preparing your abstract.

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Assists speakers in
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Outlines expectations, best practices, 
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Abstract Submission Video: 

2025 NACCHO360 Conference Tracks: 

1. Behavioral/Mental Health 

2. Communication/Marketing/Messaging 

3. Health Equity & Social Determinants of Health 

4. Public Health Services, Integration, and Evaluation

5. Workforce & Leadership

6. Public Health Law and Policy

7. Public Health Protection and Response

8. A) PHI*con-Informatics and Disease Surveillance

8. B) PHI*con-Information Technology

Types of Sessions: To learn more about each session category, please read the abstract preview. 

  • Learning Session (60 minutes)
    Maximum of 3 speakers, plus 1 moderator

  • Poster Session
    Maximum of 2 speakers

  • Student Poster Session (90 minutes)
    Maximum of 2 speakers

  • Workshop/Training
    Maximum of 3 speakers, plus 1 moderator

Questions:

If you have any questions, please contact abstracts@naccho.org