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Conference Overview

The 26th International Labour and Birth Research Conference brings together researchers, clinicians, educators, policymakers, and advocates to share evidence, innovations, and best practices in maternal, newborn, and adolescent health. With a focus on physiological labour and birth, the conference promotes collaboration, workforce development, and equitable access to quality sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, and adolescent healthcare, particularly in Africa.

Theme: Reimagining Birth in Africa: Evidence, Innovation, and Interdisciplinary Pathways to Universal Access

Call for Abstracts

26th International Labour and Birth Research Conference

The Organising Committee of the 26th International Labour and Birth Research Conference invites researchers, practitioners, educators, policymakers, students, and professional organisations to submit abstracts for presentation at the conference.

All submitted abstracts will undergo peer review by members of the Scientific Committee. Authors may indicate their preference for an Oral Presentation, Poster Presentation, or Either Format during submission.

Abstract Subthemes/Categories

Abstracts should align with the conference theme and be submitted under one of the following categories:

1. Universal Access to Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Adolescent Health (SRMNAH)
2. Policy, Advocacy, and Practice
3. Midwifery Models of Care
4. Evidence, Research, and Clinical Practice
5. Women's Health Across the Lifespan
6. Addressing Health Inequities
7. Emerging Technologies and Innovations
8. Networking and Interdisciplinary Partnerships
9. Climate Change and Maternal, Newborn, and Adolescent Health

Note: Only one category may be selected per abstract submission.

Abstract Submission Period

Submission Opens: 13th November, 2026

Submission Deadline: 21st February, 2027 (11:59 p.m.)

All abstracts submitted within the submission period will be considered equally, regardless of the date or time of submission.

Eligibility

Authors are invited to submit abstracts based on:

• Original research studies
• Quality improvement projects
• Innovative practice initiatives
• Policy analyses
• Programme evaluations

Submissions should reflect work completed within the past three years and may represent either published or unpublished work.

Abstract Preparation Guidelines

Structure

Abstracts must be structured using the following headings:

• Background
• Methods
• Results
• Conclusion

Word Limit

The body of the abstract must not exceed 350 words.

Required Information

Each submission must include:

• Title of abstract
• Full names of all authors
• Institutional affiliation(s)
• Name of presenting author
• Email address of presenting author
• Telephone number of presenting author
• Preferred presentation format (Oral, Poster, or Either)

Author Formatting

The abstract title, author names, and affiliations must appear at the top of the abstract.

• The presenting author must be listed first and identified in bold type.
• Only one abstract may be submitted by a presenting author.

Presenting Author Information

All correspondence regarding abstract submission and review will be sent to the presenting author.

Please ensure that the email address used during submission belongs to the presenting author.

A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission. Authors are advised to check both their inbox and spam/junk folders.

Notification of Acceptance

Authors will be notified of the outcome of the review process by:

5th April, 2027

Presentation Formats

Oral Presentations

High-scoring abstracts will be selected for oral presentation sessions and included in the conference scientific programme.

Poster Presentations

Accepted abstracts not selected for oral presentation will be presented as posters during designated poster sessions.

Conference Awards

Awards will be presented in recognition of outstanding scholarly contributions. Categories include:

• Best Oral Presentation Award
• Best Poster Presentation Award
• Early Career Researcher Award
• Student Research Award
• Innovation in Maternity Care Award

Final award categories will be confirmed in the conference programme.

Important Dates

Submission Process

All abstracts must be submitted electronically through the conference submission portal.

📝 Submission Portal: https://ilbrcghana.org/Abstracts/Submit

For abstract guidelines, conference updates, and additional information, please visit the conference website:

🌐 Conference Website: https://ilbrcghana.org/

Contact Information

For enquiries regarding abstract submission, please contact:

Conference Secretariat

📧 Email: ilbrcgh2027@cehdar.org
📞 Telephone: ______________________________