UMSSW is proud to announce that our scholars will present cutting-edge research and best practices in Washington, DC, at the 2026 SSWR 30th Annual Conference Anniversary, taking place January 14–18, 2026.
View the SSWR presenters' schedule here <<
The SSWR Annual Conference offers a scientific program that reflects a broad range of research interests. From workshops on the latest quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to symposia featuring studies in child welfare, aging, mental health, welfare reform, substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS. Over 500 symposia, workshop, roundtable, flash talks, paper and poster presentations. Research methods workshops are designed to enhance methods expertise and grant-writing skills and special sessions on research priorities and capacity building that target cutting-edge topics vital to contemporary social work research. Pre-conference programs and a networking reception, especially for doctoral students.