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Co-authored-by: Nic Crane <[email protected]>
Co-authored-by: Riva Quiroga <[email protected]>

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+title: "We're Relaunching the R-Ladies Abstract Review System!"
+author: "Abstract Review Team"
+type: blog
+date: "2025-01-16"
+image: img/letstalk.jpg
+tags: 
+- community
+categories: 
+- R-Ladies
+summary: Supporting Aspiring Speakers in the R Community!
+slug: abstract-review-relaunch-2025
+---
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+We know how challenging it can be to take that first step into public speaking and submit an abstract for a conference. 
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+That's why we're thrilled to announce the **relaunch of the R-Ladies Abstract Review System**! 🎉
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+Our system connects aspiring speakers with reviewers who provide feedback and guidance, helping them refine their abstracts and scholarship applications. 
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+![Person stood with micrphone in front of screen showing words "let's talk"](img/letstalk.jpg)
+**Caption:** Photo from Wikimedia Technical Conference 2019 by [Darenwelsh](#) is licensed under [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/). Taken on 12 November 2019. 
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+## What Does the Abstract Review System Do?
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+Volunteers with experience in public speaking, abstract writing, and conference submissions will review your work and offer constructive guidance.
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+Whether it's your first conference abstract or a scholarship application, we're here to help you shine.
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+## Who Can Benefit?
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+This service is open to anyone in the R-Ladies community preparing to submit:
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+* Conference abstracts: For conferences like posit::conf, EARL, UseR!, JSM, and more.
+* Scholarship applications: For opportunities supporting attendance at conferences and events.
+
+## How It Works
+
+Submit a Request: Fill out our form at <https://airtable.com/appJadVolZxoDGSIK/pagkXaAIuPged83dn/form> with details about your abstract or application and the type of feedback you'd like.
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+Reviewer Assignment: We'll match you with a reviewer based on your needs and preferences.
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+Receive Feedback: You'll get helpful feedback to refine your submission.
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+It's that easy!
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+**Pro Tip: Submit your request at least three weeks before the conference deadline to allow enough time for review and revisions.**
+
+## We Need Reviewers, Too!
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+Do you have experience with public speaking, abstract writing, or reviewing? Consider joining our amazing team of reviewers! Volunteering is a flexible, rewarding way to support our mission and give back to the community. Sign up [here](https://airtable.com/appJadVolZxoDGSIK/pag4bpfeGIATQFefk/form).