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CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS

Call for Contributions

We are excited to invite peer-reviewed contributions for iPRES 2025, the premier international conference on digital preservation. We will make a further call for ad-hoc contributions in June 2025.

 

iPRES 2025 will take place in Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington), Aotearoa (New Zealand), from 3-7 November 2025, and will offer a combination of in-person and virtual participation opportunities. We warmly invite contributions from researchers, practitioners, and organisations across the globe who are involved in the field of digital preservation.

 

The themes for iPRES 2025 are: Haerenga (Journey), Tūtaki (Encounter), and Tūhono (Connect). These themes encourage reflections on the evolving practices, innovations and partnerships shaping the future of digital preservation. Each theme reinforces the others, creating a holistic view of how digital preservation research and practice can adapt, innovate and thrive.

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  • Haerenga (Journey) - This theme focuses on the broader narrative of digital preservation, emphasising the ongoing processes, challenges, and learning experiences practitioners face.

  • Tūtaki (Encounter) - This theme is focused on innovation, disruption, and the re-evaluation of long-held norms.

  • Tūhono (Connect) - This theme is all about the importance of communities, collaboration and interdisciplinary work in digital preservation.

 

You can read more about the conference themes, and examples of topics that relate to the themes here.

 

Types of Contributions

This is a call for the submission types that will be peer-reviewed:

  • Full Papers: In-depth research papers, technical papers, or case studies (max 8 pages).

  • Short Papers: Concise reports on work-in-progress or emerging topics (max 4 pages).

  • Workshops: Interactive, hands-on sessions focusing on tools, methods, or best practices.

  • Tutorials: Educational sessions or demonstrations aimed at teaching participants new skills or technologies relevant to digital preservation. Tutorials should be structured to provide a clear learning outcome and can range from beginner to advanced levels.

  • Panels: Discussions addressing key issues or trends in digital preservation.

  • Posters: Visual presentations of projects or ideas, encouraging one-on-one engagement.

 

In June 2025 we will have a call for non-peer reviewed submission types (Lightning Talks, Birds of a Feather, Games, etc.) and for participation in a Digital Preservation Bake-Off. These ad-hoc submissions will go through a light internal assessment that will be detailed on the conference website.

 

You can find the submission instructions, including the link to the online submission portal here.

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Evaluation Criteria

Submissions will be peer-reviewed based on the following criteria:

  • Relevance to the conference themes

  • Originality, innovation, and contribution to the field of digital preservation

  • Clarity and organisation of ideas

  • Significance for the digital preservation field and impact on the community

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Important Dates for Peer-Reviewed Contributions

  • Submission deadline: 14 April 2025, End of Day, Anywhere on Earth (No planned extension of date)

  • Notification of acceptance: 2 June 2025

 

You can find a more detailed version of important dates here.

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Diversity and Accessibility

iPRES 2025 values manaakitanga - kindness, respect, and hospitality towards others. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage contributions from Indigenous and underrepresented voices in the digital preservation community.

 

Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, the conference venue for iPRES 2025, has been designed and built to be accessible for everyone. You can find more information about Accessibility at iPRES 2025 both for in-person and remote participants here.  

 

AI Usage

In recognition of the potential benefits and increasing use of AI tools, iPRES 2025 permits their usage, under the conditions outlined in these guidelines . These guidelines are designed to help maintain the integrity and quality of iPRES publications while allowing the beneficial use of AI tools. They are informed by guidelines from international organisations and publishers regarding the use of AI.

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Conference Proceedings and Publication

After the conference, all iPRES 2025 submissions will be made openly available online in one or more forms:

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Contact Information

For questions or support regarding the submission process, please contact us.

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