Registration & Submission
Registration Guideline
TBD.
Application Period
- Those who apply during the Early Bird registration period can pay at the Early Bird rate.
- To receive early bird benefits, please submit the pre-registration form within the period.
- Those who apply after that period can only pay at the regular rate.
| Category |
Period |
|---|---|
| Early Bird Registration Period |
On or before Mar. 15, 2026(11:59 PM KST) |
| Payment Window Opens and Regular Registration Period |
Mar. 16, 2026 - May 31, 2026 |
Registration Fee (The registration deadline is based on the Korean Standard Time.)
| Category | Type | Early-Bird (Open – March 15, 2026) |
General (March 16 – May 31, 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Pass for Keynote | $20 | ||
| International | Regular | $450 | $550 |
| Student | $250 | $300 | |
| Domestic | Regular |
$100 | $150 |
| Student |
$70 | $100 | |
Option
| Conference Dinner |
$50 |
Method of Payment
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Online Credit Card Payment
Payment by credit card is possible only through the online registration system.
The following credit cards will be accepted: VISA, Master, JCB and AMEX. (Please clearly state your credit card information.)
Please use your own credit card.
The actual amount charged may differ according to the exchange rate. -
Bank Wire Transfer
Payments should be transferred to the following bank accounts. All bank charges are the responsibility of the applicant.
The transfer must be in the registrant’s name and must be stated on the receipt.
Please send a copy of your bank remittance receipt to the secretariat email(2026.gelyda.conference@gmail.com)
※ 한국인 참가자의 경우, 계좌이체 이용을 권장드립니다.
International Name of Bank WOORI BANK Address 17, WORLD CUP BUK-RO 60-GIL, MAPO-GU, SEOUL, 03921, SOUTH KOREA Account holder The Korean After-School Study Association Account No 1005-802-953505 SWIFT(BIC) code HVBKKRSEXXX Domestic 우리은행 1005-802-953505 한국방과후학교학회
GELYDA International Conference 2026 – Call for Papers
SUBMISSIONS OF ABSTRACTS FOR 2026 GELYDA (Seoul, South Korea)
Submissions are invited that address theoretical, empirical, comparative, and practice-oriented perspectives on extended education, youth development, wellbeing, and civic and community engagement.
LANGUAGES
All papers and presentations should be submitted in English.
WRITING THE ABSTRACT
The abstract should include the following elements:
Important Dates
Submissions are invited that address theoretical, empirical, comparative, and practice-oriented perspectives on extended education, youth development, wellbeing, and civic and community engagement.
LANGUAGES
All papers and presentations should be submitted in English.
WRITING THE ABSTRACT
The abstract should include the following elements:
- Maximum 500 words
- Please describe the aim of the project, theoretical framework, the research questions, methodology, the main findings, and the conclusion.
Important Dates
- Abstract submission deadline: February 28, 2026
- Notification of acceptance: March 15, 2026
- Presentation Materials Submission: June 12, 2026
PRESENTATION FORMATS
There are several different presentation formats available:
1. Presentation of Individual Papers
A paper abstract should provide a concise summary of the research objectives, theoretical framework, methodology, key findings (or expected findings), and conclusions. It should clearly indicate the contribution of the study to the field of extended education and youth development.
Each session will include 3 presenters, with 20 minutes allocated per presentation, followed by a 20-minute Q&A discussion.
2. Organized Symposia
An organized symposium is a 90-minute session coordinated by an organizer around a shared theme. It brings together multiple presenters to foster in-depth discussion, knowledge exchange, and critical dialogue related to the conference theme.
Organized symposia may include theoretical, empirical, or practice-oriented contributions and should allow sufficient time for discussion and audience engagement.
A symposium can include up to five participants, in addition to the chair. Participants include all presenters and any discussants.
Organized symposia are particularly welcome from:
- National or regional organizations related to extended education
- Practitioner groups (e.g., youth work, community education, afterschool program leadership)
- Country or regional sessions showcasing policies, practices, or practices from specific contexts
Important submission information:
- Each abstract must be submitted individually through the submission system
- Please clearly indicate the symposium title for each abstract
- Symposium proposals are submitted by an organizer, who may or may not serve as chair, presenter, or discussant
Full Paper Submission (Optional)
Full paper submission is optional.
After the conference, a special issue announcement will be published in the International Journal for Research on Extended Education (IJREE). Authors will be invited to submit their final papers to the journal at that time.
The 2026 Global Extended Learning and Youth Development Association (GELYDA) International Conference, to be held from 24-26 June 2026 in Seoul, Korea, brings together educators, researchers, practitioners, and youth development professionals from around the world.