Call for Abstracts

Why work on your own when you can mess up with others?

Submission Deadline: 13.november 2026
All proposals must be submitted electronically by this date. 

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller

The Norwegian Association of Sign Language Interpreters is pleased to invite submissions for the 12th Nordic Seminar for Sign Language Interpreters, taking place 28th-30th of May 2027 at Oslofjord Hostel, Norway.

The Nordic Seminar brings together sign language interpreters, educators, students and members of the Deaf and signing communities from across the Nordic countries. The seminar is an opportunity to share knowledge, experiences, research and practical approaches that advances both our profession and our communities.

Conference theme: Collaboration 

Sign language interpreting is fundamentally rooted in collaboration. We engage continuously with colleagues, Deaf and hearing consumers, educators, researchers, service providers and institutional organisations. We work together in teams, across professions and across borders. While collaboration frequently drives innovation and professional growth, it also introduces complex challenges that yield vital insights. 

For the Nordic Seminar 2027, we invite proposals that explore collaboration in all its facets. We welcome contributions that examine successful partnerships, unexpected challenges, lessons learned and new ways of working together. 

Presentation Formats 

The conference consists of presentations which may be in the form of:

• Individual or group presentations 
• Practical workshops
• Poster presentations 

Poster session 

The poster size is A0 or A1. Posters are presented during a designated poster session 

Submission guidelines

Proposals should include:

• Name of presenter(s)
• Short biography of each presenter: Maximum 100 words
• Contact details: primary email and correspondence address
• Presentation title
• Presentation duration*
• Presentation language **
• Abstract: Maximum 300 words, written in English 
• References: Formatted according to standard academic conventions 
• Format selection: Presentation, workshop or poster 

*We will allocate up to 60 minutes for each presentation, but you should submit your planned duration.

**The official conference languages are English and International Sign. Presentations in other spoken or signed languages are welcome; however, presenters utilizing languages outside official conference languages are responsible for arranging their own interpretation services. 

Key dates and Review Process

•  Submission Deadline: 13th of November 2026
• Please note: All proposals must be submitted electronically by this date. 
• Review: Abstracts will undergo a review from representatives from the Nordic Sign Language interpreting community.
• Notification: Authors will be notified of acceptance following the review process. 

How to submit 

Please compile all required submission details into a single document (Word or PDF format) and submit it via email to:

nordic.seminar2027@akademikerforbundet.no 

Please use subject line: Abstract Submission: [Your Name] - Nordic Seminar 2027 

Connect with us 

Whether you are presenting empirical research findings, analyzing frameworks or sharing insight gained from collaborative practice, we highly encourage your submission. Join us in Norway for the Nordic Seminar 2027.

Together, we can learn from each other's successes, mistakes and everything in between!