Reencuentro Taíno Conference 2025

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025 | Location: Virtual

Theme: "We Are Connected"
Call for Presentations

Due Date: March 31, 2025

  

As Indigenous people, we have long felt disconnected—divided by colonial boundaries and the loss of language, traditions, and knowledge. For the Taíno, much of our history was believed lost, yet today, efforts to bridge these gaps are thriving. We reconnect by reclaiming ancestral languages, reviving traditional knowledge, reinterpreting history from Indigenous perspectives, and collaborating with Indigenous relatives to restore our shared heritage.

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The 2025 conference theme, "We Are Connected," highlights the vital importance of revitalizing the Taíno language, the focus of this gathering, alongside other efforts to reconnect with ancestral traditions and build bonds across Indigenous communities.

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We welcome proposals for presentations, especially those focused on:

• Revitalizing and teaching the Taíno language through an interdisciplinary and/or collaborative approach.

• Developing innovative technologies to preserve and share Indigenous languages.

• Research focusing on connections among Taíno and other Indigenous peoples.

• Initiatives restoring language, music, arts, or traditions across the Caribbean and beyond.

• Other projects that strengthen community bonds in meaningful ways.

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Incentives for Presenters

Our presenters will benefit from several meaningful incentives, including:

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• Audience Engagement: Share your work with an audience of Taíno community members and allies, raising awareness about your projects.

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• Official Recognition: Have your presentation featured on the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (IDIL 2022-2032) website as an official contribution to this global initiative.

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• Inspiration and Collaboration: Inspire others to engage in your projects and network with fellow participants involved in Taíno language and cultural revitalization efforts.

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• Global Exposure: Presentations will be highlighted on the conference's website, social media platforms, and YouTube channel, reaching a broader international audience.

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• Spotlight Features: A dedicated section on the conference website will profile presenters, increasing visibility for their work.

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• Event Access: Guaranteed access to all virtual event sessions, including live Q&A opportunities with other presenters.

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Presentation Accommodations

Presenters will have access to accommodations to ensure a seamless and inclusive experience. These include live interpretation services in Spanish, French, and American Sign Language. Additionally, technical support will be available for presenters who require assistance with slide presentations or other technical aspects of their session.

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Proposal Timeline

• Submission Deadline - March 31, 2025: All proposals must be submitted by this date. Late submissions will not be considered.
   

• Review Period - April 1-30, 2025: Proposals will be reviewed throughout the month of April. Due to the high volume of submissions, we may not be able to invite all applicants for an interview.
   

• Notification of Responses - May 2025: All applicants will receive a response regarding the status of their proposal.

 

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to reviewing your ideas for contributing to the success of Reencuentro Taíno Conference 2025. Let’s celebrate how we are connected!​​