Voices from the Field
Southeastern Social Work Conference
Thursday, March 26th - Friday, March 27th, 2026
UNC Pembroke Campus
Join social work practitioners, educators, students, and advocates as we explore critical issues impacting rural and underserved communities across the Southeast. Engage in meaningful dialogue about policy, education, justice, and ethics in social work practice.
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22
Sessions
37
Speakers
7.75
CEU Credits
2
Days
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Sub-themes & Content Areas
Advocacy In Action: Mobilizing For Rural Policy Change
Environmental Justice And Health Impacts In Rural Towns
The Opioid Crisis: Advocating For Effective Change
Youth And Aging In Rural America: Tailored Approaches Across The Lifespan
Innovations In Social Work Education For Rural Practice
Lived Experience Panels: What Rural Residents Want Social Workers To Know
Upholding Social Work Values And Ethics In Evolving Rural Contexts
Rural Communities, Global Connections: A Comparative Look At Social Work Responses Across Borders