The result is a professional network where diverse expertise converges to offer evidence-informed solutions for the most complex challenges in the field.
A Kaleidoscope of TRANSFORMATIVE Justice.
A VISION OF INSPIRATION
The theme, Kaleidoscope of Transformative Justice, recognizes that achieving justice requires multiple perspectives, disciplines, and lived experiences. By bringing together professionals, scholars, students, advocates, and community members, the symposium creates space to examine complex social and legal issues from diverse viewpoints and to foster collaborative solutions that promote equity, healing, accountability, and systemic transformation.
INTERDISCIPLINARY FOCUS
Kaleidoscope of Transformative Justice reflects the evolving and interconnected nature of justice work. Through the varied lenses of social work, law, public health, education, advocacy, and community practice, participants will explore innovative strategies that move beyond traditional responses toward approaches grounded in equity, restoration, healing, and social change. Together, we will envision and advance transformative pathways that strengthen individuals, communities, and systems.
JUSTICE-ORIENTED
Kaleidoscope of Transformative Justice invites participants to explore the many dimensions, perspectives, and possibilities that shape justice-centered practice. Like a kaleidoscope, transformative justice is dynamic and multifaceted, revealing new patterns, insights, and pathways when viewed through diverse lenses. This theme celebrates interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and collective action as we reimagine systems, challenge inequities, and advance meaningful change for individuals, families, and communities.
“TOGETHER, we will envision [pave the way] and advance…”
JUSTICE ILLUMINATED.
DAYS OF VIRTUAL LEARNING AND CONNECTION
20+
PRESENTERS
60+
YRS
FIELD EXPERIENCE
40+
REG
SESSIONS
250+
ANNUAL ATTENDEES
25
HRS
CEU / CLE CREDITS*
PROGRAM DATES
Call for Contributors
JunE 1 – NovemBER 1
Early Registration
November 2 – january 15
Presenter Registration Deadline
january 15
Regular Registration
January 16 – march 4
Student Registration Verification Deadline
march 1
Pre-Event Training Day
march 3
Event Day 1
march 4
Event Day 2
march 5
REGISTRATION FEES
TRAINING DAY REGISTRATION
$30
per person
November 2, 2026 – March 2, 2027
Pre-event fee separate from event registration fee.
GROUP / VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
$0 -$60
per person
November 2, 2026 – March 2, 2027
Contact us for assistance.
EARLY REGISTRATION
$45
per person
November 2, 2026 – January 15, 2027
PRESENTER REGISTRATION
$45
per person
November 2, 2026 – January 15, 2027
Available after proposal acceptance.
REGULAR REGISTRATION
$60
per person
January 16, 2026 – March 4, 2027
STUDENT REGISTRATION
$25
per person
November 2, 2026 – March 4, 2027
First 100 students receive complimentary registration with student status verification.
“CHANGE HAPPENS WHEN PEOPLE COME TOGETHER WITH PURPOSE, COURAGE, AND COMPASSION.”
Professionals from multiple disciplines will share expert knowledge, skills, opportunities, and resources. Think about the insights you want to gain. Think about the kind of opportunities you want to explore. Think about the resources you need. Then create a list. This will help you be intentional about learning from the best in the industry.
Plan To Engage
Who do you want to meet? What will you do to meet them? How will you stay connected after meeting? There are multiple opportunities to connect in our virtual space. Choose now to be active and not passive. As you learn about the interactive tools available, plan to use them to meet at least one person each day of the event.
Learn The Platform
If you’ve never attended an online conference you might be unfamiliar with the technical features of the platform and how best to navigate. Take time to learn your way around the virtual event space in advance. View available how-to guides and tutorials. Doing this will ensure your virtual experience is stress free.
COMMUNITY IMAPCT.
WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY.
ATTENDEE TESTIMONIALS
“Well Done”
“Very well done – love the platform and the 45 minute sessions.”
“Enjoyed”
“Very much enjoyed the information that was geared to help us with the legal side of our roles.”
“Excellent”
“Excellent event to bring together people with an interest in this work to learn and network. Many times forensic social workers attend training that is not specific (sometimes not even relevant) to the work we do, so I really appreciate the opportunity to attend this event.”
“Most Interesting”
“Excellent! This has been one of the most interesting conferences I’ve been to!”
“Wonderful”
“Love the variety, the many topics to choose from, the virtual access and the format of the day! Wonderful symposium!”
“Loved”
“I absolutely LOVED this event. The organizers were engaging, helpful, & I could feel the passion everyone had for their work. SW is such a unique profession & I felt inspired & connected being in this virtual space with everyone. THANK YOU SO SO SO MUCH !”
“Amazing”
“THIS EVENT WAS AMAZING!!!! It provided amazing resources, a supportive environment & I loved having the 15 minute breaks in between sessions.“
“Appreciated”
“Really appreciated variety of perspectives and conversation!”
“Excited”
“I am excited about this collaboration and will attend again!”
“Inspiring”
“It was inspiring to be with others who get the work.”
“Pleased”
“I am so pleased to be a part of this inaugural experience. I’m looking forward to the others that will follow!.”
“EDUCATION IS THE MOST POWERFUL WEAPON WHICH YOU CAN USE TO CHANGE THE WORLD.”
