01 September 2020

SCGS Jamboree Call For Presentations



CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS 

 8th SCGS Genetic Genealogy Conference 
The Genes in Your Family 
Friday & Saturday, June 4-5, 2021 

 51st Southern California Genealogical Jamboree 
The Stars in Your Family
 Friday & Saturday, June 11-12, 2021 

 2021 Jamboree Extension Series Webinars 
January through December 2021


The Southern California Genealogical Society [SCGS] announces its Call for Presentations for its 2021 VIRTUAL conferences and events. This Call pertains to the Genetic Genealogy, Jamboree, and Webinar Series Programs. Presentations will only be accepted through the online portal September 1, 2020 - September 30, 2020. 

Submissions of Presentations: Speakers interested in presenting lectures or webinars for 2021 must submit their proposals through the Jamboree Speaker Portal at genealogyjamboree.com
Only those presentations submitted through the portal will be considered. The submission process ensures that correct speaker information is used in communication, advertising, and conference materials. 

SCGS Jamboree draws attendees of all experience levels from first timers to conference veterans. The Jamboree Extension Series attracts an international audience comprised of all skill levels. We encourage the submissions of all levels of lectures; all topics will be considered. New presentations are encouraged. Presentations may include the following topics: 
  • African Diaspora 
  • Asia 
  • Australia, New Zealand and Oceania 
  • British Isles & Ireland
  • Canada
  • DNA 
  • Eastern Europe 
  • French Diaspora 
  • General Genealogy Techniques 
  • Latinx • Military 
  • Native and First Peoples 
  • Spanish Diaspora 
  • Western America 
  • Western Europe 
Number of Presentations: Speakers may submit up to 6 presentations. The SCGS Jamboree Committee, at its sole discretion, may select none, some, or all of the presentations submitted by any speaker. 

Session Length: Jamboree and Genetic Genealogy pre-recorded presentations are 50 minutes long. Jamboree Extension Series Webinars are to be 60 minutes with an additional 30 minutes for questions. 

Statement of Nondiscrimination: The Southern California Genealogical Society is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. SCGS is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination in employment and opportunity because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or age. Jamboree, DNA Day, Workshops and Webinar Speakers are selected based on experience, technical knowledge, speaking ability, diversity of topics and relevance.  

Questions: Any inquiries may be emailed to SCGSJamboree@gmail.com with the subject line: Call for Presentations [your last name]. We look forward to the possibility of including you in the 2021 Southern California Genealogical Society event schedules, and thank you for your continued support of SCGS and these great learning opportunities.


Alice Fairhurst,                                     Diane Adamson, 
SCGS Jamboree Co-Chair                    SCGS Jamboree Co-Chair 

Southern California Genealogical Society 
417 Irving Drive Burbank, CA 91504-2408 
SCGSJamboree@gmail.com

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