Call for Abstracts for the 2026 Annual Meeting for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action

The Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action is organising the 2026 Annual Meeting for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action over a virtual platform between 8 - 11 June 2026 (TBC). This year's meeting will focus on the crucial theme: "Child Protection in a Resource-Constrained World: From Challenges in Financing to Innovative Solutions.” The Annual Meeting will be conducted in English, with simultaneous interpretation services available in Arabic, French, and Spanish for select sessions to ensure a seamless experience for all participants.

At a time when humanitarian needs are escalating while resources are tightening and the global legal and normative framework for protecting children due to increasing violations of international humanitarian and human rights law is under strain, collective reflection and exchange are critical to sustaining and strengthening child protection outcomes.  In response to these challenges—and grounded in the priorities identified by Alliance members and key stakeholders—the 2026 Annual Meeting will provide a dedicated space to share evidence, practice, and innovation that can support more effective and resilient child protection responses.

Be part of the 2026 Annual Meeting by submitting an Abstract - Find the submission details below!

We invite you to share your experiences, approaches, and innovations at the 2026 Annual Meeting by submitting an abstract. Please use THIS LINK to complete and submit your abstract - deadline 13th February.* If you have any difficulties accessing or completing the online form, please contact us at annualmeeting2026@alliancecpha.org. 

Further guidance on the meeting theme and abstract submission criteria, as well as mentorship and sample submission forms, please see the Abstract Submission Guidance [English, French, Spanish, and Arabic].

For more information on this year’s theme, please read the 2026 Annual Meeting Background Paper and the Alliance’s Brief on the Global Impact of Funding Cuts on Children and their Protection in Humanitarian Contexts.

*Please note that submission of an abstract is not a guarantee that your presentation will be included in the meeting agenda. The organising team will contact you in March about selection.

If you have further questions, visit our website or contact us at annualmeeting2026@alliancecpha.org.