Proposal Types
The proposal window for the 2026 Annual Meeting of the American Folklore Society will open soon.
AFS invites proposals on any focused topic that relates to folklore. Meeting participants are invited to propose pre-organized panels or individual presentations.
Contact us at annualmeeting@afsnet.org to discuss alternative panel formats.
The 2026 AFS Annual Meeting will take place October 27-31, 2026, in Asheville, North Carolina.
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Proposal Types
Learn more about requirements for submission proposals for pre-organized and individual sessions
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Pre-Organized Paper Sessions and Forums
Pre-organized panels may be proposed for either the in-person or virtual meeting.
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Individual Proposals
Submit an individual paper or poster for the in-person or virtual meeting.
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Reception, Special Event, Business or Section Meeting
Propose a sponsored social or business event.
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Lecture, Workshop, Media Screening, Exhibit
Propose lectures, workshops, media screenings, and exhibits.