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The Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) provides a crucial foundation for evidence-based solutions, informing policy debates and shaping program development at all levels. We empower communities and strengthen social programs by actively translating research into practical applications.

30th Annual Conference

Leading for Transformative Change: Aligning Social Work Science with Policy and Practice.

January 14 - 18, 2026 | Washington DC

 

 

30th Annual Conference

 

 

Leading for Transformative Change: Aligning Social Work Science with Policy and Practice.

 

 

2026 | Washington DC

 

Conference Details

Conference Registrations

The SSWR Annual Conference offers a scientific program that reflects a broad range of research interests.

 

Tentative Timeline: Abstract Submissions

Multi-Level Review, Status, and Presentation Schedule (subject to change).

 

Venue and Location

Marriott Marquis Washington DC
901 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20001-4307
Tel: (202)-824-9200, Toll Free: 1-855-821-4281

 

Questions and Support

A. DeeJay Hastings, IOM, CAE (she/her)
SSWR Program Director
dj@sswr.org

 

News, Advocacy, and Updates

Translate social work research into action, informing policy, practice, and positive
social change.

Reclassifying Social Work Degrees Will Harm Students, Communities, and the Profession

By Valerie Arendt | January 29, 2026
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On January 29, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) Reimagining and Improving Student Education (RISE) Committee released their final rule on proposed regulatory language […]

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SSWR Statement on Federal Immigration Enforcement, Civil Rights, and the Role of Social Work

By Valerie Arendt | January 27, 2026
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The Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) expresses profound shock and deep concern at the recent escalation in federal immigration enforcement actions, including the […]

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SSWR Promise

Empowering a collaborative community to lead and advance transformative social
work science, for a more equitable and just world.

Facilitates Scholarly Exchange and Dialogue

Translates Research into Action

Disseminates Ethical, Evidence-Based, and Impactful Research

Aligns Research, Policy, and Practice

Champions Social Justice

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Undergraduate Students

Resources, networking opportunities, a job posting service, and conference insights.

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Journal of the Society for Social Work and Research (JSSWR) and Early Career Reviewer Program

Access our internationally recognized Journal of the Society for Social Work and Research (JSSWR).

JSSWR Early Career Reviewer Program provides an opportunity for scholars early in their academic careers to work with senior mentors who have extensive publishing and editorial experience.

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JSSWP Early Career Reviewer Program
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