The National Association of Social Workers – Alabama Chapter invites you to submit a workshop/presentation proposal for our annual conference to be held on April 3-4 2025, at the Sheraton Hotel in Birmingham, Alabama. Proposals are due no later than January 10, 2025. Notification of acceptance is February 10, 2025.
- Conference Theme: Social Work: Compassion +
Action
- Conference Dates: April
3-4, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Conference Location: Sheraton Hotel, Birmingham,
Alabama
- Organizing Committee: NASW-AL Board of Directors and
Conference Committee
- Conference Chair: Dr. Sherron Wilkes, skwilkes@ua.edu
- NASW- AL Chapter:
alabama.naswal@socialworkers.org
Tracks include Clinical, Case Management, and Macro. Examples of session topics include the following and more:
Mental Health
Social Work And Technology
Policy
International Social Work
Program Evaluation
Child Welfare
Crisis Intervention
Ethics
Community Interventions
Social Work Administration
Social Work And Climate Change
Self-Care
Proposal Categories:
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Presentations: Engaging and informative presentations that explore new research findings, innovative practices, and emerging trends in the field of social work.
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Workshops: Interactive sessions that provide hands-on learning experiences, skill development, and practical strategies for social work professionals.
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Panels: Discussions featuring a panel of experts exploring diverse perspectives on a specific theme or issue in social work.
Proposal Submission Guidelines:
- Proposals must include the following information:
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Title of the Proposal
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Name, Affiliation, and Contact Information of the Presenter(s)
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Brief Biographical Information of Presenter(s) and Resume(s)/ Vitae(s)
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Proposal Category and Track
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Abstract (maximum 300 words) Summarizing Content of the Proposal
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Detailed Description of the Proposal, Including Objectives, Key Takeaways, and Relevance to the Theme
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Audio-Visual or Technical Requirements, if applicable
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Only One (1) Proposal per Presenter / Group
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Proposals should be emailed to:
Selection Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
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Relevance and Significance to the Conference Theme
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Clarity and Coherence of the Proposal
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Innovation and Originality of the Content
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Practical Applicability and Potential for Impact
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Presenter's Expertise and Experience in the Subject Matter
- Contribution to the Overall Diversity of Topics and Perspectives at the Conference
Important Dates:
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Proposal Submission Deadline: January 10, 2025
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Notification of Acceptance: February 10, 2025