1. Who can submit an abstract?
The IAEVG 2027 Conference brings together the global community of professionals in educational and vocational guidance, counselling, and career development. The conference will focus on advancing research, practice, and policy in guidance and counselling across diverse contexts. We welcome submissions from colleagues in academia, practice, policy, non-profit organisations, and international agencies.

2. If I submit an abstract, is it automatically accepted?
No, all abstracts will be reviewed to ensure a fair and scientific review. Abstracts will be reviewed for the level of innovation/contribution to the field and the general standard of academic writing of the abstract.

3. How many abstracts can I submit?
Authors can be listed on as many abstracts as they wish – however authors may be the presenting author on a maximum of 2 abstract presentations only – one oral and one poster. 

4. Does the presenter have to be the principal investigator?
No, but they must be part of the research team.

5. Can I start to submit my abstract on the submission website and come back to it later?
Yes, in fact we recommend that you check out the online submission form to see what information is required. You will need to set up a user account and create a login and password, don’t leave it until the last minute! However please ensure to hit the Submit button in order to save any information that you have entered.

6. I entered details on the submission site, but when I logged in again it was not there, what went wrong?
You must hit the Submit button in order to save the information that you have entered. You can return any number of times to update or change your submission before the deadline of 2nd December 2026.

7. If I make a mistake when submitting my abstract on the submission form can I correct it later?
Yes, you will be able to amend your submission up to the closing date for submissions, 2nd December 2026.

8. Does the title of the research count in the word count of the abstract?
No, the title along with the authors names are entered online during the submission process and do not count in the 250 words allowed for the abstract.

9. Do references and keywords count in the word count of the abstract?
No, references and keywords are entered online during the submission process and do not count in the 250 words allowed for the abstract.

10. Can I include a figure in my abstract?
No – figures are not permitted in your abstract.

12. How will I be sure my abstract has been submitted?
You will receive an email to confirm your submission has been received. The subject of the mail will indicate if your submission is complete or incomplete, so please check this. The email will come from abstracts@iaevgconference2027.ie so we recommend adding this address to your contacts list, so it is not directed to your Junk folder.

13. I’ve received an email that says my submission is incomplete, what should I do?
You may not have answered all the required questions or you may have exceeded the word limit for the abstract. Please return to the submission and revise it before 2nd December 2026. Incomplete submissions will not go for review.

14. When will I know if my abstract has been accepted?
The submitting author will be notified on 3rd February 2027.

15. If my abstract is accepted, do I still need to register for the conference?
Yes, at least one author must register in full to attend and present the abstract at the conference. The presenting author must register by 19th March 2027.

If you have any queries in relation to submitting an abstract, please do not hesitate to contact abstracts@iaevgconference2027.ie