konferencon

Konferencon is the accusative singular form of konferenco in Esperanto and refers to a conference—a formal gathering for discussion, presentation, and exchange of information on a defined topic. Conferences bring together researchers, professionals, and other stakeholders to share findings, debate ideas, and establish contacts. They can be local, national, or international and may last from a few hours to several days.

A typical konferenco features a structured program organized by a program committee, keynote speeches, oral and poster presentations, panel discussions, and question-and-answer sessions. The format may also include workshops, roundtables, and breakout sessions, and the event may be held in person, online, or in a hybrid mode. Participation usually requires registration, and proceedings or abstracts are often published to document the work presented.

Organizing a konferenco involves sponsors or host institutions, logistics planning, a call for papers, review processes, and budgeting. Many events publish a collection of papers or abstracts, and some are peer-reviewed and indexed in bibliographic databases. Networking and professional development are common expectations for attendees.

In Esperanto communities, konferencoj are common as venues for exchanging ideas, sharing research, and promoting language use. Large gatherings such as Universala Kongreso de Esperanto may include one or more konferencoj as part of their program, though terminology varies by group: kongreso generally denotes a larger congress, while simpozio refers to a symposium.

See also: Universala Kongreso de Esperanto, konferenco, kongreso, simpozio, proceedings.