Greetings social work colleagues,
Members of the Southeastern Social Work Conference Planning Committee at UNC Pembroke are pleased to invite submissions for presentations and for the 5th Annual Southeastern Social Work Conference. What better way to celebrate our 5th year bringing together social workers across the Southeast than hosting the event in person at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke on March 1st?
Because of the growing needs in our community, and the region, the committee has chosen this year's theme to be "Integrated Care and Health Equity: A Vision for the Future." We are excited to kick off National Social Work Month by hosting this conference which emphasizes the vital role of social work in fostering integrated healthcare and promoting health equity.
In an era of evolving healthcare systems and an increasing emphasis on holistic well-being, social workers play a crucial role in promoting integrated care and health equity at all practice levels. We invite proposals that explore innovative practices, research findings, and transformative strategies within social work practice that contribute to the vision of a future where healthcare is inclusive, comprehensive, and equitable.
Suggested Topics (a non-exhaustive list):
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Effective practices with integrating mental health and primary care services
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Addressing social determinants of health
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Overcoming barriers to healthcare access
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Ways to advance health equity and justice* through integrated care practices or interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Cultural competence in healthcare settings
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Innovative practices in integrated care and collaboration
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Sovereignty of Indigenous Populations
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Community-based healthcare initiatives
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Addressing gaps in rural healthcare
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Centering the unique needs of diverse populations; including those from rural areas.
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Maternal health equity
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Technology and/or AI and its impact on healthcare delivery
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Strategies for reducing health disparities and addressing barriers to health care access
Justice can include (but is not limited to) social justice, racial justice, food justice, disability justice, economic justice, reproductive justice, health justice, environmental justice, immigrant justice, etc.
Proposal Submission Guidelines and Instructions
Proposal Types: We are now accepting proposals for presentations and poster sessions. Please note that each breakout session presentation block is 45 minutes long.
Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm on Sunday, December 31, 2023.
Proposal Reviews Begin: Reviews are ongoing and continue through the submission deadline.
Notification of Acceptance: Notifications will begin on January 1, 2024.
Deadline to confirm availability/acceptance: If accepted, please confirm your availability no later than January 15, 2024.
Conference Date and Time: Friday March 1, 2024 - 8:00 am - 3:30/4:00 pm (end time is tentative based on number of acceptances).
Location: The University of North Carolina at Pembroke - 1 University Drive Pembroke NC, 28372
Selected presenters will have an opportunity to showcase their work to a diverse audience of social work professionals, researchers, educators, and students at one of the most ethnically diverse universities in the South.
Please consider joining us in shaping the future of social work by sharing your expertise, insights, and overall vision for integrated care and health equity. Through collaborating and sharing ideas, we can begin to create the future our clients, organizations, and communities deserve. We look forward to receiving your proposals and creating an enriching conference experience for all attendees.
If you are not interested in submitting a proposal currently and only wish to register to attend the conference, mark your calendars for January 1, 2024, when registration opens. You can also check for updates on the Southeastern Social Work Conference website as well as the department's Facebook page. For questions about the proposal submissions or the conference, please contact seswconference@uncp.edu.
With gratitude and in service,
Members of the Southeastern Social Work Conference Planning Committee