2026 Conference Poster Submissions
Join us this fall for the 2026 New England Rural Health Association (NERHA) Annual Conference, where we’ll explore how innovation, collaboration, and community are shaping the future of rural health. Returning to New Hampshire for the first time in years, we’re excited to welcome 400+ rural health professionals to Concord, surrounded by scenic forests and trails; the perfect setting to reconnect, reflect, and reimagine the threads that bind our work.
Poster Session Submissions
Share your research, programs, and ideas at the 2026 New England Rural Health Association Annual Conference, taking place November 17–18 in Concord, New Hampshire.
Poster presentations are an essential part of the conference, offering a space to visually tell the story of your work and connect with attendees in a more informal, conversational setting.
Aligned with this year’s theme, “Weaving Transformation into the Rural Fabric”, we welcome posters that highlight how research, practice, and partnerships are being woven together to strengthen rural health across New England.
Why Present a Poster?
Poster sessions provide a unique opportunity to:
Showcase your research, program, or initiative in a visual and engaging format
Connect one-on-one with conference attendees and leaders in rural health
Receive feedback to strengthen and refine your work
Contribute your perspective to a diverse and collaborative learning environment
We strongly encourage student participation! Poster sessions are a supportive, accessible way to share your work and build your professional network.
What to Submit
We welcome poster proposals that reflect a wide range of work in rural health, including:
Research studies and evaluations
Program implementation and outcomes
Innovative models or pilot projects
Community-based initiatives
Quality improvement efforts
Policy, education, or workforce development projects
Submissions should clearly communicate the challenge, approach, and impact of your work.
Poster Session Experience
Accepted poster presenters will:
Display their posters during a dedicated conference session
Have the opportunity to engage directly with attendees, answer questions, and discuss their work
Be included in the official conference program
Poster sessions are designed to spark conversation and connection, helping ideas spread and take root across the rural health community.
Submission Information
Submission Requirements
Please be prepared to provide:
Poster title
Abstract/description
Presenter information (name, title, organization, contact details)
Important: Submissions must be completed in one sitting and cannot be edited after submission. If you need to make changes, please contact us at admin@newenglandrha.org.
Important Dates
Submission Deadline: October 31st, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: On a rolling basis. Submit early as only 25 will be accepted!
All submissions will be reviewed by the NERHA Conference Committee. Selected posters will be featured in the conference program and on the NERHA website.
Poster Guidelines
To help ensure a smooth and successful poster experience, please review the following guidelines carefully:
Poster Specifications
Posters must be no larger than 24" x 36" and should be printed on foam core board for display. We will provide the necessary materials to support and display your poster onsite.
Poster Delivery & Setup
We ask that posters be shipped to the event location in advance of the conference. Additional details and shipping instructions will be provided upon acceptance.
If you are unable to send your poster ahead of time, you will be responsible for bringing and hanging your poster onsite using the provided mounting materials. All presenters are also responsible for removing their poster at the conclusion of the conference.
Presenter Registration
A minimum of one author per poster is required to register for the full conference.
Please note:
Poster presenters do not receive a speaker discount
Students who are unable to attend may arrange for a faculty member or co-author to present on their behalf
Digital Submission
All accepted presenters will be asked to submit a final PDF version of their poster, which will be shared on the NERHA website for virtual attendees and broader access.
Questions & Support
If you have any questions or need assistance at any point, please contact our administrative support team at admin@newenglandrha.org.