The Student Senate for California Community Colleges (SSCCC) is currently accepting proposals for presenters for the General Assembly workshop sessions. This is your opportunity to become an integral part of SSCCC’s largest conference of the year and reach hundreds of students with your workshop.
Conference Details
Date: March 27 - 29, 2025
Location: Hyatt Regency, Burlingame, CA
Conference Attendees: 800
Workshop session schedule: We are accepting proposals in two formats: 60-minute and 75-minute interactive workshops. At least 15 minutes of the session should be reserved for audience questions.
Format: The presenter can determine the presentation format. We encourage you to choose a presentation that engages and educates the participants. The presenters can present in person or online.
Presenter role: If you plan to use PowerPoint, presenters must bring their own laptops. We will provide a screen and a projector. A presenter training session will be available at least one week before the event.
Handouts: With respect to the environment, we encourage all presenters to limit handouts only as necessary or to provide them in advance to the SSCCC for posting on the website and the event mobile app.
Fee: There will be no honorarium or reimbursement for the presentation. The registration fee will be waived for selected presenters. We will send you a link once registration is open.
Deadline: Proposals are due no later than Friday, February 13, 2026.
Notification: Those submitting proposals will be notified by Monday, February 23, 2026, regarding the status of their proposal.
Questions: For questions regarding the proposal submission process, please contact Dr. Julie Adams at jadams@ssccc.org.
Proposal Submissions
Our SSCCC Conference Committee will evaluate all proposals based on content, level of engagement of the presenters with students, and relevance to the workshop strands below. The purpose is to identify presenters with interest, passion, and expertise on the selected topic. Proposal submissions will only be accepted by submitting through this link.
You will need the following information to submit a proposal:
- Presenter name
- Company/college affiliation
- Contact information (email and telephone)
- Workshop Strands (must align with one of the four conference strands below)
- Presentation Title (should excite and inspire the audience in under 15 words)
- Session Description: What will the audience learn? How will they be transformed? (maximum 150 words)
- List 2 - 3 key learning objectives
- Additional panelists' names and company/college affiliation
- Whether you plan to use a PowerPoint presentation
Workshop Strands
This year's conference theme centers on “Our Future, Our Voice: Collective Voice, Collective Action.” The following are the Workshop Strands for this year’s conference.
Empowering Our Voice – Leadership, Identity, and Advocacy
Workshops in this strand will focus on developing the confidence, skills, and knowledge students need to lead with purpose and authenticity. Participants will explore how their personal experiences, cultural identities, and collective voices can drive meaningful change within their colleges and communities. Through sessions on storytelling, public speaking, and advocacy strategy, this strand equips student leaders to engage effectively in governance, represent their peers with integrity, and transform their voices into action. By the end of these workshops, participants will leave empowered to lead boldly, speak truth to power, and shape the future of student leadership across the California Community Colleges. Topics include storytelling, public speaking, and advocacy strategy.
Collective Action – Organizing for Impact
Workshops in this strand will emphasize the power of unity and collaboration in creating lasting change. Participants will learn practical strategies for building coalitions, mobilizing peers, and transforming shared goals into actionable plans. Through interactive sessions on campaign organizing, policy implementation, and strategic partnership development, this strand will guide students in turning collective vision into measurable impact. By the end of these workshops, participants will understand how to leverage teamwork, communication, and shared purpose to lead movements that strengthen student representation and drive equitable outcomes across their campuses and communities. Topics include coalition building, campaign organization, policy implementation, and strategic partnership development.
Strength in Solidarity – Community, Culture, and Collective Well-Being
Workshops in this strand will center on the importance of unity, cultural identity, and wellness as the foundation for strong, sustainable leadership. Participants will explore how building inclusive communities and fostering cross-cultural solidarity can create environments where all students feel seen, valued, and supported. Through sessions on healing-centered leadership, cultural expression, and community care, this strand will highlight the role of empathy and collaboration in advancing social justice. By the end of these workshops, participants will gain practical tools to nurture collective well-being, strengthen allyship, and lead with compassion and purpose within the broader movement for equity and empowerment. Topics include building inclusive communities, fostering cross-cultural solidarity, and health-centered leadership.
Leadership and Professional Development
This workshop strand equips students with the skills, tools, and confidence to grow as leaders in their colleges and future careers. Workshops in this strand focus on strengthening personal leadership skills, communication, collaboration, and decision-making, while also offering strategies for career readiness, networking, and mentorship. Participants will explore how to lead inclusively across diverse communities by developing cultural competence and enhancing skills in time management, conflict resolution, and team building. Topics include: leadership, professional networking, organizational skills, and empowerment.