Call for Proposals

Jewish Eating Disorder Professionals Conference (JEDPro)

The Jewish Eating Disorder Professionals Conference (JEDPro) invites clinicians, researchers, educators, and community leaders to submit proposals for presentation at our upcoming conference.

JEDPro is a dedicated professional space focused on the intersection of Jewish identity, culture, religion, and eating disorder care, created to address the ways mainstream mental health and eating-disorder frameworks often overlook the cultural and spiritual realities shaping clients’ relationships with food, body image, and healing. (jewisheatingdisorderprofessionalsconference.org)

Our conference brings together multidisciplinary professionals to break stigma, build understanding, and strengthen culturally responsive care for Jewish individuals and communities affected by eating disorders. (jewisheatingdisorderprofessionalsconference.org)

Conference Details

• Format: Virtual

• Conference Date: October 16, 2026

• Continuing Education: CEUs pending (jewisheatingdisorderprofessionalsconference.org)

Purpose of the Call

We seek dynamic, thoughtful presentations that:

• Integrate clinical expertise with Jewish cultural, religious, and communal contexts

• Advance evidence-based, culturally responsive eating-disorder treatment

• Foster connection, dialogue, and professional growth among providers serving Jewish clients

• Address emerging challenges, innovations, and ethical considerations in the field

JEDPro aims to create a professional environment where Jewish providers and clients feel seen, supported, and empowered, while understanding that religion, culture, and community profoundly shape recovery experiences.

Who Should Submit

We welcome submissions from:

• Mental health clinicians

• Dietitians and medical professionals

• Researchers and academics

• Rabbis, educators, and community leaders

• Program developers and advocates

Multidisciplinary and collaborative presentations are encouraged.

Presentation Formats

Proposed session types may include:

• Clinical workshops

• Research presentations

• Case-based discussions

• Panel conversations

• Skills-focused trainings

All sessions should emphasize clinical relevance, cultural humility, and practical application for professionals working with eating disorders in Jewish contexts.

Review Process

All proposals will be reviewed by the JEDPro planning committee based on:

• Relevance to Jewish cultural and clinical contexts

• Clinical or scholarly rigor

• Practical value for attendees

• Contribution to diversity, inclusion, and ethical care

Join the Conversation

By presenting at JEDPro, you contribute to a growing movement dedicated to reshaping eating-disorder care within Jewish communities and ensuring culturally grounded, compassionate treatment for those who need it most. (jewisheatingdisorderprofessionalsconference.org)