The Audio Engineering Society is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the audio community. We encourage submissions to AES events from all audio professionals. We welcome diverse genres, embrace emergent audio fields and research, and strive to radiate inclusiveness to all. 

Please refer to the detailed list of proposed topics provided below. Prior to submission, we recommend reviewing the AES  Convention and Conference Author Guidelines. 

Call for Papers 
Papers Chair: Dr. Zeynep Özcan 
Contact Papers Chair 

Abstract/Precis (Category 2) 
Authors are asked to submit an extended summary of 300-750 words by December 29, 2024. These proposals will be reviewed by at least two experts in the field and the authors will be notified of acceptance by January 18, 2025.  The complete paper will not be peer reviewed. Final manuscripts of 4-8 pages have to be submitted before March 15, 2025. 

Downloadable Templates 
Downloadable template Abstract Only Paper, Category 2, LaTeX 
Downloadable template Abstract Only Paper, Category 2, Word 

Publication 
Accepted papers will be included in the conference proceedings. The papers will be published in the AES E-Library no earlier than 10 days before the conference starts. 

Open Access 
Authors will have the option of submitting Open Access papers. For further information see http://www.aes.org/openaccess/ 

Call for Workshops/Tutorials/Master Classes 
Workshops Chair: Dr. Alexandra Smith 
Contact Workshops Chair 

The Audio Engineering Society (AES) invites submissions for workshops that address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the field of audio engineering. This may include various subfields within the AES such as instrument design, artificial intelligence, DSP, etc. 

We are seeking professionals, community stakeholders, nonprofits, students, and more to participate in workshops, tutorials, demonstrations, and panel discussions. These sessions aim to cover a range of topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field. Topics may include educational practices, workplace inclusion and compensation, accessibility, historical and cultural perspectives, global perspectives, community work, tutorials and production techniques, allyship and advocacy, mentorship, neurodiversity, mental health in audio careers, historical erasure, cultural appropriation and ethics in sound production, and anything else that is relevant to DEI. Workshops can be interactive. We are particularly interested in sessions that encourage dialogue and collaboration among participants. 

Proposals should include a title (3 words or less if possible), presenter(s)/panel members, an abstract (no more than 500 words; 3995 characters), a list of at least three keywords to specify your topic, preferred format (workshops, tutorials, demonstrations, and panel discussions), and a list of topics and technical requirements (sound requirements during the presentation, such as stereo, multichannel, etc.).The deadline for workshop submissions is  December 29, 2024. Notifications regarding acceptance will be sent no later than January 18, 2025.  

Proposed Topics 
This conference is aimed at the growing population of scholars who are writing about and researching topics of interest related to audio as it pertains to: 

• Data about participation 

• Barriers to entry (Gatekeeping) 

• Discrimination and Barriers Based on Race, National Origin 

• Representation 

• Role models 

• Mentoring for underrepresented groups 

• Accessibility 

• Inclusive Pedagogy in Audio Education 

• Integrating DEI Principles into Audio Education Programs and Curricula 

• The Role of Community-Engaged Projects in Audio 

• Cultural Sensitivity in Sound Design 

• Intersectionality in the Audio Industry 

• Workplace Inclusivity and Diversity Initiatives 

• Pay and Promotion Equity 

• Neurodiversity and Mental Health in Audio Careers 

• LGBTQIA+ Representation in Audio 

• Global Perspectives on DEI in Audio 

• Allyship and Advocacy in the Audio Community 

• The Role of Organizations in Promoting DEI in Audio 

• Historical Exclusion and Erasure in Audio 

• Technological Access and Digital Divide 

• DEI in Audio Research and Development 

• Cultural Appropriation and Ethics in Sound Production 

• Women in Audio Leadership 

• Public Policy and Advocacy for Equity in Audio 

Registration Requirements 
Peer Reviewed and Extended Summary Papers 
Papers may be submitted by a single author or a group of authors. For each paper, a single “presenting author” is designated on the paper submission website – usually the person who will present the paper at the Conference. The presenting author will be required to pay a  Presenting Author Fee at the following applicable rate: 

• AES members (Life member/Fellow/Member/Associate categories): $265 

• AES student members: $150 

• Non-AES members: $390 

These amounts are required payment for all Presenting Authors. No additional registration fee will be required. Presenting Authors payment instructions will be sent out with the acceptance information. 

Authors presenting more than one paper are only required to pay one Presenting Author Fee. 

Co-authors of a paper are welcome, and encouraged, to attend but should register via the public registration website. 

Workshops/Tutorials 
All Workshop presenters are required to pay a conference registration fee at the following applicable rate: 

• AES members (Life member/Fellow/ Member/Associate categories): $175 

• AES student members: $150 

• Non-AES members: $300 

Instructions will be sent with the acceptance information.