Call for Proposals
Help shape the Scientific Programme of the 11th World Congress on ADHD by submitting your topic proposals. We invite colleagues from across disciplines to contribute innovative ideas that will help create a dynamic, forward-looking scientific programme reflecting the latest advances in ADHD research, clinical practice, and education.
The 11th World Congress on ADHD will take place from 3–6 June 2027 in Cape Town, South Africa. Following a series of successful congresses across Europe, this edition marks an exciting new chapter as we expand our global reach and strengthen international collaboration in ADHD research, clinical practice, and education.
To make the congress accessible to a broader worldwide audience, the event is planned as a hybrid congress, allowing participants to join either on-site in Cape Town or virtually from anywhere in the world. Please note that chairpersons and speakers are required to attend in person in Cape Town; virtual participation via Zoom will not be possible.
We are seeking proposals for:
- Plenary Lectures
- Hot Topics Symposia
- Late-Breaking News Sessions
- Pro & Con Debates addressing controversial issues in the field of ADHD
- Meet-the-Expert Sessions
- Interactive Educational Seminars
We particularly encourage submissions that are:
- Innovative and forward-looking
- Interdisciplinary in approach
- Clinically relevant and practice-oriented
- Focused on emerging research and developments
- Relevant to diverse international audiences
Submission Guidelines
Your proposal should include:
- Preferred session format
- Proposed session title
- Short abstract or session description
- Main topic
- Suggested speakers and chairpersons
- Contact details of all suggested speakers and chairpersons
Why Contribute?
Your input will help shape a high-quality scientific programme that reflects the latest advances, challenges, and opportunities in ADHD research and clinical care worldwide. By contributing a topic proposal, you play an active role in creating an engaging congress experience and fostering international scientific exchange.
We look forward to your ideas
Join us in building a stimulating and impactful programme for the global ADHD community. We warmly invite you to submit your proposals and help make the 11th World Congress on ADHD a truly international forum for learning, collaboration, and innovation.
On behalf of the Chairs of the Scientific Programme Committee
Prof. Dr. Manfred Gerlach
Prof. Dr. Luis A. Rohde
Prof. Anita Thapar
Maggie Sibley, PhD