Call for Content

The 2025 Illinois GIS Association Annual Conference is fast approaching, and we want YOU to be a part of it! We are excited to announce our Call for Content, inviting submissions for presentations, workshops, and panels to contribute to the vibrant exchange of ideas and knowledge at this premier GIS event. 

Conference Details:

  • Date: October 19-21, 2025
  • Location: Sheraton Lisle-Naperville (3000 Warrenville Rd, Lisle, IL 60532)

Submission Categories:

  • Lightning Talks (5 minutes): In 5 minutes show off a project, tool, script or anything geospatial that might not warrant a longer presentation but is still of value.
  • Presentations (30/60 minutes): Share your insights, experiences, and research findings in GIS through presentations. Topics may include (but are not limited to):
    • Latest trends and projects using GIS applications (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Portal, Indoor Mapping, Data Collection, Storymaps, Dashboards, Experience Builder, etc.)
    • GIS Enterprise Management
    • Geographic Information Science (GISc)
    • Machine learning and AI
    • Real Time GIS
    • Geospatial Visualization (2D/3D)
    • GIS Data Sources
    • Mobile GIS tools and projects
    • Using Unmanned Aerial Systems/Drones
    • GIS in Government
    • GIS for Emergency Response & Transportation
    • GIS for Utilities & Asset Management
    • GIS for Public/Private Sector Organizations
    • Tips for Migrating Legacy GIS Workflows
    • Cartography
    • Photogrammetry / LiDAR
    • Open-Source Software (QGIS, Carto, Leaflet, PostGIS, OpenStreetMap)
    • Digital Twin
  • Workshops (90 minutes): Lead hands-on workshops to impart practical skills and techniques in GIS tools and software. Workshop topics may include:
    • GIS Software (ArcGIS, QGIS, etc.)
    • Dashboards
    • Scripting (Arcade, JavaScript, Python, SQL, etc.)
    • Web Mapping and Application Development
    • Data Collection and Field Mapping
    • Geospatial Data Visualization
    • Advanced Spatial Analysis
  • Panels (60/90 minutes): Facilitate discussions on pressing issues, trends, and challenges in the GIS community. Panel topics may include:
    • Careers in GIS
    • GIS Students
    • Future Directions of GIS
    • Diversity and Inclusion in Geospatial Technology
    • GIS Ethics and Privacy
    • Industry Perspectives: GIS in the Public and Private Sectors
    • Introduction to GIS
    • Management/Leadership/Professional Development

Submission Guidelines:

  • Presentation, workshop and panel proposals should include a title, abstract (250 words maximum), and brief bio(s) of the presenter(s).
  • All presenters must pay registration fees for the conference.
  • Presentations should be informative and educational, focusing on delivering solutions rather than promoting products or services.
  • If you are proposing more than one presentation, please submit a separate form for each.
  • The submission deadline is August 15, 2025.

Don't miss this opportunity to share your expertise, connect with peers, and contribute to the advancement of GIS knowledge and practice. Let's make the 2025 Illinois GIS Association Annual Conference a memorable and enriching experience for all!

We look forward to receiving your submissions!

Call for Content Form