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Call for Papers Now Open!
The Annual Conference Program Committee is now accepting submissions for presentations at the Annual Conference in Phoenix. Nearly 250 proposals are received each year and approximately 65 sessions and 75 poster presentations are accepted. It is a very competitive process, so be sure to read the Call for Papers Information before submitting your proposal.
Deadline for submissions is Friday, April 13th so be sure to submit your proposal today!
What is AZA's Annual Conference?
The premier event for zoo and aquarium professionals, AZA's Annual Conference brings together leaders in our community for 6-full days of:
- Networking with peers
- Exploration of new ideas and best practices
- Sharing of successful programs
- Learning about new technology, products, and services
Attendees are guaranteed to be challenged with vibrant speakers from inside and outside the community, expert-led educational programming, face-to-face meetings with colleagues, more than 130 service providers in the Exhibit Hall, exciting networking and social events, including the Icebreaker and Zoo Day!
For information about sponsorship, exhibiting, or program advertising, please contact AZA's Marketing Manager.
Stay Informed
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Upcoming Annual Conferences
September 8-13, 2012
Phoenix, AZ
Hosted by the Phoenix Zoo
September 7-12, 2013
Kansas City, MO
Hosted by the Kansas City Zoo
September 12-17, 2014
Orlando, FL
Hosted by Disney's Animal Kingdom and SeaWorld Orlando
September 17-21, 2015
Salt Lake City, UT
Hosted by Utah's Hogle Zoo
September 6-11, 2016
San Diego, CA
Hosted by San Diego Zoo
If you are interested in hosting an upcoming AZA Meeting, please contact the AZA Meetings Department.