Submission Deadline: Monday, August 3, 2026, 11:59 PM CST
Housing providers today operate at the intersection of multiple systems that directly shape stability and long-term outcomes for individuals and families. Mental health services, workforce development, healthcare, and community and faith-based supports all play a critical role in helping people not only secure housing, but sustain it.
For the 2026 conference, we are intentionally elevating this intersection. We invite proposals that examine how housing serves as a central foundation connecting these systems, and how strategic collaboration across sectors can lead to stronger, more sustainable outcomes. This year’s sessions will explore critical topics such as coordinated entry systems, HMIS and data-informed decision-making, affordable housing finance and development, housing authority partnerships, trauma-informed services, and emerging leadership in the field.
Selected sessions will contribute to a dynamic learning environment that showcases:
We encourage presenters to bring forward practical insights, replicable models, and bold ideas that demonstrate how aligning systems can transform housing outcomes and strengthen communities.
Abstract Topics:
CoCs & System Leaders: Coordinated Entry 2.0 • HMIS Data Strategies • HUD Priorities (2026) • Rural & Suburban Responses • Cross-System Partnerships
Housing Authorities (PHAs): Housing Choice Vouchers • Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA)Updates • PHA + CoC Partnerships • Redevelopment Strategies • Landlord Engagement
Builders & Developers: Affordable Housing Finance • Innovative Construction • Zoning & Policy Barriers • Public-Private Partnerships • Supportive Housing Design
Advocates & Providers: Tenant Protections • Trauma-Informed Care • Racial Equity in Housing • Lived Experience Leadership • Policy Advocacy •Mental Health
Emerging Leaders:Housing 101 • Career Pathways • Grant Writing • Cultural Competency • Mentorship & Networking
**PREVIEW OF ABSTRACT FORM – TO BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY**
Section 1: Presenters and Co-Presenter(s)
Presenter's first name, last name, credentials, and email address. The primary presenter will be the first presenter on the list.
Presenters are required to select from one or all of the options below:
This presenter is a faculty member of an accredited undergraduate or graduate school of social work.
This presenter has received specialized graduate or postgraduate-level training in the subject taught in the program.
Abstracts must be submitted by a “Primary/Lead Presenter,” and conference sessions must be presented by the individuals noted within the submitted abstract. Co-presenters are not required to meet the parameters noted above.
Biographical Sketch and Credentials
Text limited to 75-100 words. This information should include what qualifies you to present on this topic.
Section 2: Abstract Narrative & Summary (Required)
Proposal Title: Include an exciting and engaging title that indicates the content of your proposed session to the audience.
Keywords: You will be asked to provide 3-5 keywords to help us categorize this session. For example, you may list terms that describe a specific population, type of practice, type of intervention, funding issues, housing support, etc.
Proposal Summary: Your proposal summary in this category should not exceed 350 words. Describe how your session will be interactive for attendees.
Content Level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Proposed Topic Category: Please indicate which content type most closely aligns with your session to help us better categorize which type of CE it is eligible for.
Section 3: Learning Objective(s) (Required)
Provide at minimum three (3) learning objectives that are clear, measurable, and achievable.
We will not accept “N/A or not applicable.”
(1) Each learning outcome is measurable and/or observable.
(2) Each learning outcome illustrates knowledge or a skill that a participant will be able to demonstrate after completing the course
(3) Each learning outcome is stated identically in all promotional materials and in the session evaluation.
Complete the sentence, 'Upon completion, the participant will be able to….' Use action words to begin this learning objective, such as list, describe, define, demonstrate, conduct, etc.
For more information on how to effectively write objectives, click here: ASWB Acceptable Learning Objectives.
Section 4: Citations (Required)
Please include a minimum of three (3) up-to-date (within the last ten years) citations in the APA-approved format to support your work. We will not accept “N/A or not applicable.” Click here for an example of APA format: Purdue University Writing Center. Required for all presenters:
Upon submission, participants must check this statement: education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program.
I know the requirement to make my presentation interactive to qualify participants to receive Social Work Continuing Education credits per ASWB.
Collaborative Solutions, Inc. (ACE Provider Approval #1548) is approved to offer continuing social work Organizations, not individual courses, and are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Collaborative Solutions, Inc. maintains responsibility for this course(s). ACE Provider Approval Period: 05/16/2024– 05/16/2027.
Special Accommodations:
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