Ohio Prevention Conference | Request for Proposals
The conference will explore how bringing together services to work collaboratively and address the whole person and community can lead to improved prevention outcomes. By aligning resources and integrating services across multiple sectors, integrated approaches can create connected, comprehensive support systems, improve access to resources, and reduce gaps in prevention services.
RFP Deadline Extended!
Due to increased interest and the demands of summer scheduling, the deadline to submit presentation proposals for the 2025 Ohio Prevention Conference has been extended to Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
This proposal is for those interested in presenting during the in-person portion of the Ohio Prevention Conference, taking place December 10–11. Submissions should align with the needs and interests of our target audience, including but not limited to public and private behavioral health providers and administrators, health departments, educators, social workers, and prevention specialists. Presentations should explore how integrated methods can improve outcomes and help build stronger, healthier communities by addressing root causes and preventing future challenges. We encourage sessions that showcase real-world examples, best practices, and innovative solutions for integrating services, systems, and strategies.
- Friday, May 2, 2025
- Request for Proposal is released
Thursday, June 26, 2025 - 5:00 PM- DEADLINE EXTENDED!- Submission deadline for proposals
- Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 5:00 PM
- Extended deadline for 2025 OPC presentation proposals
- Friday, August 1, 2025
- Notifications of acceptance sent
Submission Guidelines and Additional Information
- Proposals should focus on how integration can transform prevention efforts and improve community health outcomes.
- Presentations should be designed to engage and inspire attendees, offering practical tools, strategies, or case studies that can be implemented across Ohio.
- We encourage proposals from diverse sectors, including public health, mental health, education, social services, and community-based organizations.
- All submissions must align with the “Prevention Specific Education Content Areas” outlined by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.
- Learning sessions will be 75 minutes in length.
- AV equipment will be provided. Presenters requiring sound should indicate that in their submission.
- Two presenters for each selected presentation will receive free registration to the conference. Additional presenters must register for the conference if they wish to attend conference sessions.
- A maximum of three speakers is allowed per presentation.
- Presenters are responsible for their travel, hotel, and per diem expenses.
- This proposal is for the in-person portion of the Ohio Prevention Conference taking place on December 10th and 11th, 2025.
