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We learn about the lives our ancestors led, the opportunities they had, and the sacrifices they made. We travel, both literally and figuratively, the trails they left behind. <strong>Tales and Trails</strong> connects us with stories of the people and places we come from.</p> <p>With its storytelling tradition and significant role in American migration, Kentucky is the perfect place to share your knowledge with genealogists and family historians at every learning level. The history of Kentucky and the Ohio River Valley is the story of America. It’s a tale of people moving through the Cumberland Gap, down the Ohio River, upon the Underground Railroad, or along the Trail of Tears. It is a chronicle of freedom and opportunity and an account of oppression and loss. Your lecture will help family historians along the path of lifelong genealogical learning.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >Session Recordings</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>Like the 2024 conference, NGS will provide lecture recordings via the conference app to paid registrants until 15 August 2025, allowing us to provide every attendee with every lecture. All speakers agree to have their slides and audio (no speaker video) recorded live from the Galt House. Speakers who wish can allow NGS to market those recordings after 15 August 2025 for additional compensation.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >Topic Areas</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>NGS encourages proposals of interest to family historians from beginning to advanced levels. The 2025 NGS Conference will offer attendees the latest information to build their skills, learn about new records, and discover techniques to be successful. Conference topics under consideration include the following and more:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technology</strong>. We invite proposals on leveraging AI, machine learning, data analytics, digitization, online platforms, and other established and emerging technologies to advance genealogical research, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.</li> <li><strong>Cultural, Community, and Identity-Based Research.</strong> Proposals that explore unique methodologies, specialized records, or storytelling for groups such as African American, Asian and Pacific Islander, European, Hispanic and Latin American, Jewish, LGBTQIA+, Middle Eastern, Native American, and women. Submissions highlighting the histories and experiences of other communities are also welcome and encouraged.</li> <li><strong>DNA</strong>. DNA methodology, results interpretation, case studies correlating genetic and documentary evidence, and DNA analysis tools</li> <li><strong>Family Stories and Oral History</strong>. Methods for discovering and preserving the life stories of living and previous generations, including tools and logistics for recording, transcribing, and archiving, tips for handling sensitive topics, and strategies for bringing out previously untold stories.</li> <li><strong>Methodology</strong>. All aspects of family history methodology, from basic organizing tips to source documentation, planning, research techniques, and interpreting findings.</li> <li><strong>Migration</strong>. Migrations and the trails into, within, and out of the Ohio River Valley, especially Kentucky.</li> <li><strong>Records and Repositories</strong>. The use of record types such as religious, military, immigration, tribal, land, court, and vital records; the use and content of local, regional, and national record repositories.</li> <li><strong>Regional Research</strong>. The history, records, repositories, and ethnic and religious groups of the Ohio River valley, origins of early settlers, and history of native people.</li> <li><strong>Writing and Publication</strong>. Techniques and tools for writing and sharing family history, from family sketches, books, and trees to multi-media presentations and peer-reviewed journal articles. Topics may include structuring stories, using digital tools, publishing options, writing for an audience, and practical advice for preserving and sharing family histories.</li> </ul> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >Regular Session Proposals</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>We seek proposals for one-hour presentation-style sessions, including time for questions and answers on any of the above topic areas.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >Double Session Proposals</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>We seek proposals for two-hour in-depth sessions that provide more in-depth learning in any of the above topic areas.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >James Dent Walker Memorial Lecture Series</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>NGS and the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) seek proposals for African American family history research lectures or by lecturers of color. AAHGS members and others are encouraged to submit proposals for inclusion in this series at the 2025 NGS Family History Conference.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >Sponsored Lecture Proposals</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>NGS will accept a limited number of sponsored lecture proposals from genealogy organizations and companies for the main conference in 2025. Sponsors pay speakers directly and agree to a minimum sponsorship fee of $750 per lecture.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >Pre-Conference Workshops</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>We seek proposals for pre-conference workshops that provide in-depth, hands-on learning in any of the above topic areas. Pre-conference workshops require separate registration fees. 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We are creating an in-person experience to provide valuable learning and networking opportunities for organization leaders, staff, volunteers, and members. Watch for more information about 2025 FOCUS.</p> </div> </div> <h2 style="text-align: left" class="vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading special-title" >How to Propose</h2> <div class="wpb_text_column wpb_content_element" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <p>Use the submission portal to submit proposals for <strong>regular</strong> sessions for the main conference <strong>(24-25 May),</strong> pre-conference <strong>workshops (23 May)</strong>, or <strong>sponsored</strong> sessions for the main conference.</p> <ul> <li>NGS members receive first consideration as speakers.</li> <li>Speakers may submit up to four proposals electronically. Each submitted proposal requires the following information: <ul> <li>Speaker’s full name, mailing address, telephone, and email address</li> <li>Presentation title, not to exceed fourteen words</li> <li>Lecture summary for program brochure, not to exceed twenty-five words</li> <li>Lecture outline, not to exceed 1500 words</li> <li>Speaker’s biography, not to exceed twenty-five words</li> <li>Speaker’s recent lecture experience, including a listing of national or regional conferences where the speaker has presented in the last three years</li> <li>The appropriate audience level: beginner, intermediate, advanced, or all.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>We seek new, innovative presentations. Please do not submit a proposal for a lecture that has been presented previously at a regional, state, or national level event, is scheduled to be presented before May 2025, or is available for free online. 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