Conference Request for Proposals - US CPTED Association

Call for Presentations: Submit Your Proposal for the 2027 US CPTED Conference

The US CPTED Association invites practitioners, professionals, researchers, and industry leaders to submit presentation proposals for the 2027 US CPTED Conference, Where People, Place & Safety Come Together: Connecting CPTED, Physical Security, Technology & Design.

USCA 2027 brings together CPTED practitioners, security professionals, technology leaders, planners, designers, architects, landscape architects, public safety professionals, community leaders, and other disciplines working toward a shared goal: creating safer, stronger, and more successful places. The conference provides a collaborative platform for sharing practical applications, innovative strategies, research, case studies, lessons learned, and emerging ideas.

We are looking for engaging presentations that demonstrate how CPTED is being applied in real-world environments and how it can connect with other disciplines to improve the safety, function, and design of the places where people live, work, learn, and gather.

The 2027 US CPTED Conference will take place May 19–21, 2027, in Tampa, Florida. Proposal Submission Deadline: February 1, 2027.

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Request for Proposals for the 2027 3 Day US CPTED Association 5th Annual Conference

Presentation Criteria

We invite proposals that incorporate key elements of CPTED and support the 2027 conference focus on Connecting CPTED, Physical Security, Technology & Design. Presentations may explore CPTED as a primary focus or demonstrate how CPTED principles can work alongside other disciplines, strategies, and technologies to create safer and more successful places.

Presentations should aim to educate, inspire, and provide information that can be applied or adapted across communities, organizations, and professional sectors. Topics may include, but are not limited to, CPTED implementation and case studies, physical security, security technology, architecture and design, urban planning, public safety and law enforcement, schools and campuses, parks and public spaces, housing and multifamily environments, healthcare and community facilities, transportation and infrastructure, community development, organizational CPTED programs, research, and emerging practices. We especially welcome presentations that demonstrate collaboration across disciplines and provide practical lessons attendees can apply within their own organizations and communities.

Presentations should avoid political or religious content and maintain an inclusive, professional tone appropriate for all attendees. Reviewers will prioritize proposals that are well written, clearly identify learning objectives, demonstrate a meaningful connection to CPTED, and provide relevant, practical, creative, or adaptable information for conference attendees.

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Presentation Information

Presentations for the 2027 US CPTED Conference must incorporate or demonstrate a clear connection to Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). Presentations may focus specifically on CPTED or explore how CPTED connects with physical security, technology, design, and other related disciplines.

Presentation Format

40-minute presentation focused on a CPTED-related topic.

10-minute Q&A with conference attendees.

Why Be a Presenter?

Share Your Expertise: Presenting at the 2027 US CPTED Conference is an opportunity to share your experience, innovative strategies, successful projects, research, lessons learned, or new approaches with professionals from across the country. Whether you are presenting a CPTED case study, discussing an organizational program, sharing new research, exploring the connection between CPTED and physical security or technology, or demonstrating how planning and design can contribute to safer environments, your experience can provide attendees with ideas and strategies they can bring back to their own communities and organizations.
Professional Recognition and Networking: Connect with CPTED practitioners, security professionals, technology leaders, planners, designers, architects, landscape architects, public safety professionals, community leaders, and others working toward safer, stronger, and more successful places. The conference provides an opportunity to share your expertise, build professional connections, and be part of a growing national conversation around CPTED.

Submission Guidelines

To be considered as a presenter for the 2027 US CPTED Conference, please complete the online proposal submission form below. Proposals should include a clear presentation title, presentation abstract, presenter bio(s), and defined learning objectives, along with a clear connection to CPTED principles or practice. Please also identify any technical or accessibility needs that may apply to your presentation.

Submissions will be evaluated based on their connection to CPTED, clarity, content quality, relevance, innovation, educational value, and adaptability. Proposals should demonstrate the potential to engage and educate attendees from a variety of professional backgrounds and disciplines. Proposals that explore connections between CPTED, physical security, technology, design, and related fields are encouraged.

All presenters are required to review and acknowledge the Proposal Evaluation Rubric (PDF) before submitting a proposal. The deadline to submit proposals is February 1, 2027. Late submissions will not be accepted.

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Ready to share your expertise and contribute to the advancement of CPTED?

Submit your proposal now using the online submission form below.

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Please provide a brief professional bio for each presenter, including current role, organization, relevant experience, and connection to CPTED. If there are multiple presenters, please include a separate bio for each.

Presentation Options(Required)

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40-Minute Session on a Single CPTED Topic Deliver an in-depth presentation on a specific aspect of CPTED, providing attendees with valuable insights and actionable strategies. An additional 10 minutes will be reserved for questions, for a total session time of 50 minutes.

40-Minute CPTED Topic-Specific Panel Discussion Lead or participate in a panel discussion focused on a particular CPTED topic, encouraging dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among panelists and attendees. (Maximum of 4 presenters, including the moderator.) An additional 10 minutes will be reserved for questions, for a total session time of 50 minutes.

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Deadline for Submissions

The deadline for submitting presentation proposals is February 1, 2027. Late submissions will not be accepted.

For questions or assistance regarding the submission process, please contact us at info@uscpted.com.

We look forward to receiving your proposals and welcoming our presenters to Tampa for the 2027 US CPTED Conference, May 19–21, 2027!