Request for 2026 UUA General Assembly Program Proposals

General Assembly Program Proposals are due Thursday, January 15, 2026.

General Assembly provides opportunities for Unitarian Universalists to learn and grow through educational workshops, lectures, and discussions on a wide range of topics. For 2026, all program proposals will be part of the GA EduCenter, hosted online through the GA App (Whova).

Please note that there will be no workshop time slots scheduled within the main General Assembly programming. All workshops and educational offerings must be proposed and presented through the EduCenter. Workshops will not take place “at” GA in the traditional sense, but rather as pre-recorded or interactive sessions accessible through the GA App. This distinction is essential to avoid confusion. All educational programming, regardless of topic or format, must go through the EduCenter proposal process.

We are seeking exceptional programs that will significantly enhance the overall experience for GA attendees. We welcome submissions from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, with a special emphasis on historically marginalized communities, people of color, and the voices of our youth.

The 65th General Assembly will take place fully virtually, with optional in-person gathering opportunities, Sunday, June 14 through Sunday, June 21, 2026.

• June 14–16: Business-only General Sessions
• June 17–18: After our opening days together, GA programming will pause on Wednesday and Thursday. This mid-week break gives space for professional organizations, identity groups, and affiliates to gather, or for participants who wish to use the time for their own business and connection. Programming resumes on Friday as we continue our shared journey through GA.
• June 19–21: Virtual programming with optional local and satellite gatherings

GA 2026 Theme: Meet the Moment: Together Everywhere

For General Assembly in 2026, we are experimenting with new ways of gathering as Unitarian Universalists. This all-virtual GA, supported by three optional in-person “hub” locations, invites us to build meaningful community, sustain connection, and deepen our faith formation wherever we are.

This model allows us to:

• Center equity by reducing travel barriers and broadening access
• Foster spiritual depth and courage in a time of political and social strain
• Experiment with localized gatherings while maintaining high-quality online production
• Strengthen our collective capacity to live our values together, everywhere

UUA General Assembly 2026 EduCenter

The GA EduCenter in the GA App by Whova is the online hub for learning and engagement at General Assembly. It serves as the access point where registrants can find educational programming, pre-recorded videos, live interactive sessions, and opportunities for discussion and connection. Designed to be flexible and accessible, the EduCenter allows participants to engage with content on their own schedule while also joining real-time conversations and community-building activities.

All educational programs, including workshops, will be hosted exclusively in the EduCenter. There will be no scheduled workshop blocks or concurrent sessions within the main General Assembly agenda. Presenters who wish to offer a workshop or learning session must submit a proposal for inclusion in the EduCenter, as this is the only venue for educational programming at GA 2026.

The EduCenter will be the central platform for all program content at GA 2026. Our primary focus is on pre-recorded, on-demand videos. Presenters are expected to independently record, caption, and upload their video to YouTube or Vimeo, and provide the link for inclusion in the EduCenter. Presenters who require support with post-production, including editing, captioning, or uploading, will have the opportunity to submit a request for assistance.

To enhance engagement, program contacts may also:

• Host a Live Interactive Session: Host a Live Interactive Session using your personal Zoom account to engage directly with participants in real time. Presenters are responsible for scheduling, setup, facilitation, moderation, and ensuring accessibility. Sessions may be held at any time between June 14–21, at a time that best suits your schedule.
• Continue the Conversation in the GA App: Foster ongoing engagement through in-app Q&A and discussion boards, and optionally schedule virtual meetups.

Focus Areas for Program Proposals

The Unitarian Universalist Association is guided by our mission to equip congregations for health and vitality, to support and train lay and professional leaders, and to advance UU values in the world. Our core values are Interdependence, Pluralism, Justice, Transformation, Equity, and Generosity, all grounded in Love.

We invite program proposals that explore:

• Faithful Witness and Justice Practice: Courageous strategies for justice, liberation, and systemic change
• Nurturing Communities of Belonging: Building spiritual homes of inclusion, accessibility, and care
• Spiritual Depth and Sustenance: Practices and resources that sustain resilience, hope, and moral courage
• Accountable Partnerships and Solidarity: Collaborating across faith, culture, and movement spaces
• Congregational Leadership and Innovation: Building skilled, resilient, and adaptive UU leadership
• Youth and Young Adult Leadership: Supporting and amplifying the leadership and voices of younger UUs
• Human Rights and Global Citizenship: Engaging global issues of justice, democracy, and peace
• Liberating Religious Practices and Theologies: Exploring diverse theologies and UU grounding for today’s world
• Congregational Life and Sustainability: Practical and/or innovative approaches to stewardship, staffing, and the everyday work of thriving congregations

Important Dates

• January 15, 2026 – Program Proposal Deadline
• Late February/Early March – Selection Notices Sent
• March 13, 2026 – Deadline to report edits to title and description
• April 1, 2026 – EduCenter Setup Page link sent to presenters
• May 15, 2026 – EduCenter Setup Page must be completed in full
• May 29, 2026 – GA App published and available to attendees

Other Information

• Selection notices will include program details. Presenters must confirm participation by March 15
• Presenters are responsible for uploading accurate and accessible content by the stated deadlines
• Modest financial support is available, primarily in the form of GA registration discounts. Priority will be given based on need and strength of proposal
• GA 2026 EduCenter content will remain accessible to registered participants throughout GA and beyond

We look forward to receiving your proposals and creating a diverse, engaging, and inspiring EduCenter for the 2026 UUA General Assembly.