Oevaru 2026 welcomes submissions from clinicians, researchers, students, public health specialists, policymakers, community stakeholders, and people with lived experiences of mental health conditions. This conference is a platform to share research findings, practice-based insights, and visionary ideas to elevate mental health discourse and strengthen systems of care across the Maldives.

The theme for Oevaru 2026, 'Delving Deep, Weaving Connections,' calls us to engage with the biological, psychological, social, and systemic layers of mental health. It emphasizes the importance of connection within communities, across disciplines, and among institutions. We invite submissions that resonate with this theme and its sub-themes.

CONFERENCE SUBMISSIONS

Submissions are invited under two distinct tracks: the Scientific Stream and the Oevaru Salla Stream

1. Scientific Stream: Traditional abstract submissions 

This track welcomes traditional abstracts based on original research, program evaluations, case studies, or practice-based innovations. We encourage submissions that represent original work, which  has not been previously presented or published.. For questions about eligibility, please contact Scientific Committee at abstract@oevaruconference.mv.

Abstracts should not exceed 350 words (excluding title, authors, and conflict of interest declaration). Authors may indicate a preference for oral or poster presentation, though final allocations may differ. Where applicable approval from the National Research Council (NHRC) Ethics Committee should be sought early, as this process may take time.

Abstract submission template is available for download below. Authors are encouraged to use this template when preparing their submissions.

click here to download ABSTRACT TEMPLATE

Full paper submissions: We encourage authors to pursue a full paper submission for their abstracts as this is likely to facilitate future publication. We are in discussion with institutions to create pathways for both national and international publications. Assistance in preparing abstracts and full papers will be offered through our information sessions and special writing workshops. We are planning to introduce a Best Paper Award, which will be presented during the conference

2. Oevaru Salla Stream: Salla pitch submissions

The Oevaru Salla stream is designed to showcase innovative and scalable ideas to transform mental health in the Maldivian context. Inspired by global public innovation models, it welcomes proposals that explore intersections of technology, community, culture, and emerging challenges such as climate resilience.

Interdisciplinary teams (2–5 members, including at least one with mental health training/experience) are invited to make submissions.

Submissions require:

• A short Salla Concept Note (≤350 words, issue + idea + impact, with 3–5 keywords)
• A 2-minute Teaser Video (spoken, visual, animated, dramatized, or phone-recorded).

The Salla concept note should be a brief paragraph of no more than 250 words, describing the issue, the proposed idea, and its intended impact. Authors are also asked to include 3–5 relevant keywords. A template is provided to guide formatting, and we encourage authors to use it during the submission process.

click here to download OEVARU SALLA CONCEPT NOTE TEMPLATE 

A Pitch video of not more than 2-minutes presenting your innovative idea is requested. The format is flexible, it may be spoken, visual, animated, dramatized, or simply recorded on a phone. We encourage creativity, but above all the video should be engaging, persuasive, and clearly communicate your idea. Submissions should also respect cultural sensitivities and social norms, ensuring content remains appropriate

The Teaser Video format

• MP4 (H.264) or MOV
• Resolution: 1920 × 1080, 9:16 aspect ratio
• Duration: Maximum 2 minutes (under 500 MB)
• Requirements: Clear audio, stable framing, adequate lighting, background-noise free
•  Accessibility: Subtitles or captions are encouraged
• File name: Letters/numbers only (e.g., MyNameOevaruSalla2026.mp4)
• Access: Upload with ‘Anyone with the link can view’ and submit via the conference website

OEVARU SUBMISSION DETAILS

All submissions must be made through the official conference website

SCIENTIFIC STREAM submissions must be made on this page by filling the form on this page.

SALLA STREAM submission must be on through the designated page which  @ Oevaru Salla Submissions

Authors are asked to follow the formatting and guidelines carefully to avoid delays

Review Process

All submissions will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee, and authors will be informed of the outcome. Scientific Stream abstracts will undergo peer review for clarity, originality, relevance, and scientific rigor. Authors may be asked to revise their submissions before acceptance for oral or poster presentation. Oevaru Salla submissions will be evaluated for relevance, impact, innovation, and feasibility, with selected entries invited to present at the Salla segment of the conference.

 

Call for Submissions Open	15 July 2025
Conference Registrations Open	15 November 2025
Submissions Deadline	21 December 2025
Author Notification Deadline	15 February 2026
Full Paper Submission Deadline	15 April 2026
Conference Days	16–17 May 2026

Contact: For inquiries, please contact: registrar@oevaruconference.mv