Submit Your Session Proposal

At DrupalCon, our speakers and participants embody the diversity and vibrancy of the Drupal community, representing roles such as end-users, translators, organizers, executives, marketers, editors, content strategists, designers, developers, and beyond.

Your knowledge and expertise are essential in shaping Drupal’s continued growth and success. Speaking at DrupalCon offers a valuable platform to boost your visibility and solidify your position as a thought leader in the community.

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Extension of Call for Papers Deadline

Due to the recent widespread electricity outages that affected Spain, Portugal, and other regions, we have decided to extend the submission deadline for session proposals to 30 April 2025, 23:59 CEST - Vienna Time.

Please note that this is a final extension; no further extensions will be possible.
We appreciate your understanding and are grateful for your efforts and commitment to contribute to DrupalCon Vienna 2025.

Key Dates

17 February 2025 - Session submission opens
28 April 2025 - Session submission deadline (23h59 CET - Vienna time) 30 April 2025, 23:59 CEST - Vienna Time.
2 June 2025 - Selected session announcement to speakers
9 June 2025 - Conference schedule published/sessions announced to public
 

What track should you submit to?

DrupalCon’s overall programming now encompasses many conferences in one, and the conference you participate in depends on who you are and how your role uses Drupal.

You are free to submit a session to any track, but, obviously, you have a much better chance of your session being accepted if it is in a track relevant to the session's main topic. We may consult with you to move your session from one track to another.

Please review the track descriptions to decide which topics you'd like to share your knowledge on. You can also find individual pages for each track on the conference website:

Submissions are required to select up to three submission tags to assist with categorizing the content of the proposal. 

  • Content & Marketing
  • Developer Relations & Integrations
  • Development & Coding
  • DevOps
  • Drupal & Open Source 101
  • Drupal Showcase Leadership
  • Management & Business
  • Modern JavaScript
  • Other CMS / Beyond Drupal
  • User Experience, Accessibility & Design
What can be submitted?

  • Session (20 minutes) 

     A session refers to a presentation lasting 20 minutes, delivered by one main speaker with the option to include co-speakers. These concise talks are perfect for sharing focused insights, specific ideas, or innovative solutions.

  • Session (45 minutes) 

    A session lasting 45 minutes allows for a more in-depth exploration of a topic, offering the opportunity to present a detailed case study, research findings, or an innovative approach. These sessions include one main speaker and optional co-speakers.

  • Panel (45 minutes) 

    A panel discussion features a group of individuals with diverse perspectives discussing a specific topic or issue. Each panelist shares insights, answers questions, and engages in conversation, providing a well-rounded exploration of the subject. A moderator facilitates the discussion, ensuring a dynamic and informative exchange of ideas. We recommend that the moderator submit the panel discussion proposal.

  • Workshops (45 minutes or 2x45 minutes) 

    A workshop is a session where participants engage in hands-on activities, discussions, and practical exercises to learn and develop specific skills. Facilitated by an expert, workshops are designed to foster collaboration, problem-solving, and experiential learning within a focused timeframe. They provide a practical and immersive environment for skill-building and knowledge acquisition.
     

Sessions from Previous Years
Speaker Benefits

Free registration to the conference: Although we do not financially compensate speakers for preparing a session submission or presenting a session, we are happy to offer one DrupalCon ticket per selected session. As a speaker, you’ll receive complimentary access to all conference sessions, workshops, and activities, ensuring you can fully engage with the Drupal community.

Note: if you are co-presenting with someone else, your session will still receive only one ticket, not two. Speakers pay their own travel and lodging expenses incurred while traveling to and attending the conference.

Promotion as a speaker: Gain visibility within the Drupal community through featured spots on our website, social media channels, and event materials, showcasing your expertise and contribution.

Submission Requirements

Before submitting a session, we recommend that you read the following information:

  • Familiarize yourself with the conference Code of Conduct. All speakers must adhere to this code.

  • Read and agree to our Speaker Agreement.

  • During the review process, we may request you to submit additional information about your session to ensure a more thorough evaluation.

  • The independent working committee will review your submission to ensure that your profile complies with the speaker agreement and code of conduct.

 

Slack Support

Join the #dceu-2025-submission-support channel on Slack to connect with the community and get your questions answered.

If you are not a member of the Drupal Slack channel, you will need to create an account at drupal.slack.com. You can do this here.

For detailed instructions on accessing the Drupal Slack Channel, see this guide.

Contact with the Track Team

We encourage you to reach out to your Track Team. You can request their feedback on a specific part of your submission, ask detailed questions about what they are looking for, or inquire about the end goals of your session, among other things.

 

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