What makes a good Conference proposal?

Relevance, being up-to-date, problem-solving, having a stance, opinionated: your proposal should be convincing with a well thought-out concept. re:publica participants and the programme team wish for content that deals with the challenges of our digital society, where we can learn something, be confronted with new perspectives and solutions, and be inspired. 

A good proposal for the "Speak up" or Workshop" format is one that actively involves visitors. They should be able to have a say or take part, i.e. work, tinker, make or discuss something together.