Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Where can I submit an abstract based on my Preach 2023 presentation for one of the special issues?
    Abstracts/Letters of Intent are due by August 31, 2023 (if you need an extension, please ask). Full manuscripts are due December 1st, 2023.
    Please Click Here to submit your Letter of Intent.

  2. How long should my presentation be?
    Please check the conference program for your particular session's start and end times. Count the number of presentations in the same session and then divide the number of minutes for the full session by the number of presentations. The result is the total number of minutes you will have for your presentation, including time for questions. You may decide how to use your time. You could speak for the full time allotted and ask for questions to be sent on Slack, or you could leave 2-3 minutes for an in-person Q&A.

  3. I’ve been added to the Conference Slack Workspace and have a channel for my presentation. What should I put in the channel?
    The more the better! Adding content to your Slack channel will ensure that individuals attending remotely can get the most out of your presentation. Please consider sharing slides, a copy of a poster, infographics, relevant publications, relevant blogs or social media posts, OSF links, video recordings, etc. Even if you are doing a poster presentation, you are still welcome to upload a video presentation. If you are doing a Data Blitz, you can still upload a longer version of your talk on Slack.
    Your presentation slack channel will start with a ‘z’ and include the unique number assigned to your presentation. Only other conference attendees can see what you post on Slack. If you are looking for inspiration for what to share, check out the two example channels: ‘#Z_talk_example’ and ‘#Z_poster_example’ (Note: these links will only work if you have joined the Conference Slack Workspace).

  4. What is the best way to make use of the Conference Program & Slack Workspace?
    We’ve designed our Trello-based conference program and Slack Workspace to work seamlessly. On Trello, you can browse presentations by conference day or topic. Each presentation has an individual card containing the title of the presentation, authors, affiliations, and abstract. The card will also link directly to that presentation’s Slack Channel (starting with a ‘z’). In each conference presentation channel on Slack, you can post a question (visible to anyone in the channel) and view any content shared by the presenters within the channel. You can also send a direct message to the conference presenters (check the channel description) if you want to ask your question privately.
    At the conference, the poster boards will have QR codes on them that will direct you to the presentation channel in Slack.
    To make the best use of these features, we recommend installing the Slack app on your mobile device - this will allow you to easily scan QR codes and be immediately directed to the appropriate Slack channel.

  5. I was accepted to give a Data Blitz / GIMME-5 talk. What are the rules of the Data Blitz, and when do I need to submit my slides?
    Congratulations! The data blitz sessions are often some of the most popular talks at a conference! At Preaching to the Choir, each Data Blitz presenter will have 5 minutes to present and may only have a maximum of 5 slides (in fact, we recommend only 3 slides)! The time limits will be enforced strictly, but in a fun-loving manner - when the timer goes off, you'll be done, even if you're in mid-sentence! Because the Data Blitz sessions go so quickly, you'll need to send us your slides in advance.
    Please submit your slides to cpasogii@gmail.com no later than Noon (Eastern Standard Time) on June 12th, 2023.
    Please send PowerPoint slides (if you use Keynote, please convert to PowerPoint), and please send them in widescreen format instead of standard (square-shaped slides).

  6. When is the conference?
    Preach 2023 will be held on June 21, & 22, 2023 as a full 2-day conference (one room with all presentations and posters).

  7. Where is the conference?
    The Sheraton Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
    123 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2M9

  8. Are there any more affordable accommodations that you can recommend?
    The hotel block has mostly sold out, especially at rates under $400/night. We recommend looking for options on AirBNB, but if you are looking for something more affordable, one good option is to book a dorm room from the University of Toronto. We’ve posted more information about this on our message board (here), and you can visit their website directly as well.

  9. What are the deadlines for submitting an abstract?
    The deadline for submitting an abstract for an oral presentation has passed; however, you may still submit a poster presentation abstract.

  10. How can I support the conference and ensure students and International delegates can participate?
    What a great question! We have applied for funding once again. However, we have a 50/50 track record with the available funding, such that we received it for the 2018 conference but not the 2020 conference. Thus, it’s a toss-up whether our 2023 application will succeed. You can help to ensure that those of lesser means can still participate by donating to LGBTQ Psychology Canada, OR you can earn “donations” for us by doing your regular online shopping through our FlipGive page. FlipGive allows you to purchase gift cards from popular retailers and restaurants (e.g., Starbucks) or to make direct purchases online (e.g., Amazon), and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to our Travel Fund without having to spend a single extra penny! Another way to help is by registering for Preach using the “Regular Registration” rates instead of the discounted Early-Bird rates.

  11. What is the dress code for Preach 2023?
    Please dress so that you are most comfortable! The dress code is "casual, comfortable, anything goes!"

  12. Is it possible to only attend the pre-conference, or do you have to attend the larger CPA to attend Preach 2023?
    You may attend either conference individually or both; it is up to you. If you register for Preach 2023, you’ll receive a 10% discount on your CPA conference registration. To apply for the rebate, please fill out the form found here.
    CPA is the only national psychological association in Canada, offering a wide variety of concurrently scheduled programming over three days. You can learn more about the different sections of the CPA here.

  13. What will the registration fees be for the 2023 conference?
    Registration fees can be found here: https://cpasogii.com/preach-2023-registration
    Bundling your registration with a membership to LGBTQ Psychology Canada will result in a lower overall cost and give you access to the members-only Slack space.

  14. Do I need to be a member of the Canadian Psychological Association or LGBTQ Psychology Canada to attend or present Preach 2023 or CPA?
    A: No, but discounted registration rates will be available for members of CPA and LGBTQ Psychology Canada.
    - CPA SOGII members may email cpasogii@gmail.com to request a discount code for use during the registration process.
    - Anyone can become a member of LGBTQ Psychology Canada during the registration process.
    - Membership fees + plus registration results in an overall lower fee cost than registration alone without membership, so we encourage everyone to become a member of LGBTQ Psychology Canada during the registration process.
    - Membership is open to anyone working in or studying LGBTQ issues, regardless of disciplinary focus, career stage, or country.
    - If you register for Preach 2023, you’ll receive a 10% discount on your CPA conference registration. To apply for the rebate, please fill out the form found here.

  15. Is it possible to submit an abstract in French?
    A: Yes! For Preach 2023, poster presentations in French or English will be accepted.

    Est-il possible de soumettre un résumé en français?
    R: Oui! Pour la préconférence portant sur la psychologie LGBTQ, les présentations d'affiches en français et en anglais seront acceptées.

  16. I’m not a psychologist or psychological researcher. Can I still submit my research/work and/or attend the conference?
    Absolutely! We see Preach as a broadly defined Social Sciences conference. Members of our scientific committee represent not just the field of psychology but also Gender Studies, Sociology, Geography, and Media Studies. We are happy to include research that has any degree of psychological relevance concerning LGBTQ+ topics, and often this extends to interdisciplinary work in the fields mentioned above, as well as many others: Political Science, Health Policy, Health Research, Public Health, Education, Social Work, etc. If you are not sure whether this will be a good fit for your work or not, please feel free to send us an email at cpasogii@gmail.com, and we’d be more than happy to speak with you about your proposed presentation.

  17. I was accepted to give a Poster Presentation. What format should my poster be in?
    A: Congratulations! We're looking forward to seeing your poster! You may present a traditional poster within a 4x3 foot space, but we also encourage you to think ‘outside the box’ to use this space. In addition to the posterboards at the conference, you will have access to the conference Slack Workspace where you can upload a digital copy of your poster presentation. This could include the file for your poster (PDF, image, etc.), OR it could be any other digital product, such as a video presentation, audio presentation, infographic, animation, PDF, images, etc. At the conference, your poster will also have a QR code next to it that will direct viewers to the appropriate place in Slack to find any additional files you have included as part of your presentation. Your poster presentation should be a “stand-alone” presentation that contains enough information for a viewer to understand your message, even if you are not there next to the poster to walk the viewer through your presentation. Conference delegates can leave questions and comments for you about your presentation on Slack.

  18. Do I need to attend the in-person conference to present my research at Preach 2023?
    A: While we certainly hope you will attend in person, we understand that not everyone can afford a conference in Canada. To facilitate a truly international showcase of LGBTQ+ research, we will be accepting digital presentations that will be hosted online. During the submission process, you may indicate that this is your preferred presentation method. The registration fee for remote presentations will range from $50-$100. Your presentation will be delivered digitally and prominently to all attending in person and available online. Remote registration will also give you access to some in-person conference presentations (subject to presenter agreement and onsite Internet quality).

  19. Will there be an online space designated for sharing/preserving presentations from the conference?
    Yes! We have a permanent page on the Open Science Framework to archive the presentations from this conference. The link will be posted here when available. We will also have a dedicated Slack Workspace that all delegates will be invited to join before the conference and which will remain available for a minimum of 18 months following the conference to help facilitate continued networking and international collaborations.

  20. Will Continuing Education (CE) credits be available?

    Yes!

  21. Which countries qualify for the low-income registration rates?
    You can find a list of the countries designated as low-income for registration here. To be eligible, your billing address must be within one of the countries on the list and you should be traveling to the conference from that country.