Call for Abstracts

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We are excited to announce the call for abstracts for the 11th European Conference on Positive Psychology (ECPP 2026), taking place from 1–4 July 2026 in Dublin, Ireland. Hosted by the Centre for Positive Health Sciences at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, this conference will explore the theme:

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“Body Meets Mind: Positive Psychology and Health for Everyone”

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This theme emphasises the integration of positive psychology with lifestyle medicine, focusing on the interplay between mental well-being and physical health. We invite researchers, practitioners, and scholars to contribute to this interdisciplinary dialogue.

Important Dates

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• Call for Abstracts & Registration Opens: 1 June 2025

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 1 October 2025

• Notification to Submitters: 26 February 2026

• Early Bird Registration Deadline: 19 March 2026

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Submission Guidelines

We welcome submissions that align with the conference theme and contribute to the advancement of positive psychology. Abstracts should be no more than 300 words and include:

• Title: Maximum of 30 words

• Authors: Full names and affiliations

• Content: Background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusions

• Keywords: Up to 5 relevant keywords

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Please ensure your submission is in English and adheres to the specified word limits. 

 

Presentation Formats

Oral presentations: Presenters are invited to share their research in a 15-minute individual presentation within a 60-minute session, grouped with three other presenters based on the keywords provided in their submissions.

 

Symposium: A symposium is a 60-minute session featuring 3–4 presenters who explore a shared theme or topic within positive psychology. At least 15 minutes should be reserved for audience questions and discussion among the presenters.

 

Workshops: Workshops are 60-minute, small-group sessions designed to be highly interactive and experiential. They offer participants hands-on engagement with a specific positive psychology intervention, assessment, research method, or tool, providing practical skills and applied learning.

 

Debates: Debates are 60-minute sessions in which two or more presenters offer contrasting perspectives on a timely or contested topic within positive psychology. Sessions include opening statements, rebuttals, and moderated discussion, followed by audience Q&A to encourage critical thinking and dialogue.

 

Poster Presentations: Poster presentations are visual displays of research or practice-based work in positive psychology. Presenters engage in informal, interactive discussions with conference attendees during designated poster sessions. This format is ideal for sharing preliminary findings, innovative ideas, or practical applications in a concise and accessible way.

Each submission should indicate the preferred presentation format to assist the program committee in the review process.

 

Submission Process

All abstracts must be submitted through our online portal, which will be accessible from 1 June 2025.

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Conference Themes

Submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following areas:

• Positive Health & Wellbeing

• Positive Education & Youth Development

• Positive Workplaces & Leadership

• Positive Relationships & Communities

• Positive Systems, Culture, & Society

• Positive Technology & the Digital World

• Positive Coaching & Practice

• Sustainability, Nature & Environment

• Theory, Research & Big Issues in Positive Psychology

• Other / Emerging Topics

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We encourage contributions that reflect the diversity of the positive psychology community and promote inclusive practices.

For any inquiries regarding the submission process, please contact us at ecpp2026@abbey.ie

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We look forward to your contributions and to welcoming you to Dublin for ECPP 2026!

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