# Event Details - **Event Name**: 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: 2026 Theme: Training Grounds: Where Resilience Takes RootAbout this EventJacksonville State University 45th Annual Social Work ConferenceJoin Us for the 45th Annual Jacksonville State University Social Work Conference and Earn 5.5 Continuing Education Hours.Mark your calendars for Friday, March 20, 2026, as we come together at the Anniston City Meeting Center in Anniston, Alabama for our 45th Annual JSU Social Work Conference. This year’s theme, Training Grounds: Where Resilience Takes Root, honors the development of a trauma-responsive, rural behavioral health workforceConnect with social work students, alumni, and practitioners from across Alabama as we explore transformative ideas, share insights, and strengthen the fabric of rural social work practice. Our conference will feature engaging sessions focused on ethics-values-community accountability, supervision + leadership, family serving systems, clinical & health practice in rural contexts, and aging. Sessions are led by dynamic speakers.What You’ll Gain:Timely knowledge and practical tools to enhance your social work practice.5.5 CEs to advance your professional credentials.Opportunities to network and collaborate with social work professionals statewide.Morning refreshments and a Honey Baked Ham boxed lunch included with registration.Conference SwagImportant Note: Lunch is not guaranteed for registrations completed after [03/10/2026].Be a part of this inspiring event as we join forces to elevate social work practice and empower communities. We can’t wait to see you there!Tentative Schedule of Events7:30am – 8:00am – Exhibitors Arrive8:00 am – 8:45 am – PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION, REFRESHMENTS, EXHIBITS8:45 am – 9:00 am – WELCOME (Dean Newton + Dr. Wickersham)9:00am – 9:15am - Awards + RECOGNITIONS (Mrs. Snider)9:15 am – 10:30 am – PLENARY SESSION 1: Dr. Allan Barsky (Smart Tech, Algorithms, and Social Work Ethics in the Age of AI)10:30 am – 10:45 am: BREAK10:45 am – 12:00 pm: PLENARY SESSION 2: DM + TG (Grant Information)12:00 pm – 12:45 pm: BREAK FOR LUNCH12:45 pm – 1:45 pm: BREAKOUT SESSIONS 11:45 pm – 1:55 pm: TRANSITION BREAK1:55 pm – 2:55 pm: BREAKOUT SESSIONS 22:55 pm – 3:15 pm: BREAK, EXHIBITS, SILENT AUCTION3:15 pm – 4:15 pm: BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3Conference Participant FeesRegistration fees in effect from 1/10/26 to 3/9/26. Late registrations will incur an additional $20 fee. Registration closes Friday 3/13/2026 by 5pm.· Alumni and Jax State Employees (Includes one conference ticket +CE Credit + lunch + swag): $85.· All other Participants (Includes one conference ticket + CE Credit + lunch + swag): $105.· Current Jax State Students (Includes one conference ticket + lunch + swag): $15.· Outside College/University Students (Includes one conference ticket + lunch + swag): $20.Conference Participant Late Registration NotesLate Registration begins 3/10/26 and will incur an additional $20 fee. Registration closes Friday 3/13/2026 by 5pm.· Alumni and Jax State Employees (Includes one conference ticket +CE Credit + lunch + swag): $105.· All other Participants (Includes one conference ticket + CE Credit + lunch + swag): $125.Exhibitor Booths Fees24 Booths Total – we will not exceed capacity. It is best to register early.Registration fees in effect from 1/10/26 to 3/9/26. Late registrations will incur an additional $20 fee. Registration closes Friday 3/13/2026 by 5pm.· One Exhibitor Booth (Includes one conference ticket + lunch + swag): $125.· 2nd Person in Booth: $30· CE Credit = $25/ppExhibitor Booth Late Registration NotesLate Registration begins 3/10/26 and will incur an additional $20 fee. Exhibitor booth registration closes Friday 3/13/2026 by 5pm.One Exhibitor Booth (Includes one conference ticket + lunch + swag): $145.2nd Person in Booth: $50CE Credit = $25/pp - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/anniston/45th-annual-jax-state-social-work-conference/100001979913927856 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, health-wellness, meetups, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 135.23, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Anniston - **state**: AL - **country**: United States - **location**: Anniston City Meeting Center - **lat**: 33.6658235 - **long**: -85.8288249 - **full address**: Anniston City Meeting Center, 1615 Noble Street, Anniston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/da77954c14bba6b5ca84cab15f82b07c5ec98898426086e3fc6dfd7c0ea97190-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1767948807 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference being held? - **A:** 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference takes place on Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am to Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Anniston City Meeting Center, 1615 Noble Street, Anniston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference? - **A:** 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference is organized by DaRhonda Hicks. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 45th Annual Jax State Social Work Conference is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Anniston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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