Call for Session Proposals

Africa Childcare Forum 2026 • Mombasa, Kenya

The Africa Childcare Forum 2026 invites organizations, researchers, practitioners, and institutions working in childcare, Early Childhood Development (ECD), gender equality, the care economy, and social development to submit session proposals for the upcoming forum.

Selected sessions will form part of the official programme and will bring together leaders, policymakers, practitioners, and partners committed to strengthening childcare services and support systems for families and communities across Africa.

Session Proposal Timeline

Submission Deadline

30 May 2026

Selection Notification

30 June 2026

Who Should Submit

Civil society organizations

Research institutions and universities

Government agencies

International development organizations

Private sector partners

Social enterprises and innovators

Community-based organizations

Collaborative proposals involving multiple organizations or cross-sector partnerships are strongly encouraged.

Types of Sessions

Partner-Led Sessions

Organizations share programmes, research findings and policy insights.

Interactive Workshops

Hands-on learning sessions sharing tools and models for childcare services.

Learning Exchanges

Discussions where practitioners and policymakers exchange lessons.

Innovation Showcases

Presentations highlighting new approaches and technologies.

Session Themes

Investing in Childcare as Economic Infrastructure

Strengthening Early Childhood Development Systems

Professionalizing the Childcare Workforce

Climate Change and Resilient Childcare Systems

Private Sector Engagement in Childcare

Community-Led Childcare Innovations

Childcare Solutions for Informal Workers

Financing Sustainable Childcare Systems

Inclusive Childcare Systems

Proposal Requirements

Session title

Session format (panel, workshop, dialogue, showcase)

Brief description of the session (150–250 words)

Key objectives and expected outcomes

Proposed speakers or facilitators

Organization(s) leading the session

Selection Criteria

Relevance to the forum theme

Innovation and practical insights

Diversity of speakers and perspectives

Potential impact on childcare systems in Africa

Opportunities for participant engagement

What Selected Partners Receive

Visibility at a major continental forum

Lead a knowledge-sharing session with sector leaders

Networking with policymakers, donors, and experts

Share successful childcare models and innovations

Submit Your Session Proposal

Deadline: 30 May 2026

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