The National Association of Social Workers - Alabama Chapter invites you to sponsor their 2017 Annual Conference to be held April 24-25, 2017 at the Bryant Conference Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. As a sponsor, your organization/agency has a wonderful opportunity to make participants aware of the relevant services you provide and can offer to their organizations/agencies as well as those they serve in the community and throughout the state.

Our 2017 conference theme is, “Breaking Down Barriers: Humanity Matters!” The theme highlights the underlying importance of social workers and their responsibility to practice with purpose for those we serve and the profession at large.

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) was founded in 1955 to promote, develop and protect the practice of social work and social workers. At over 135,000 members in 56 chapters across the United States and abroad, it is the largest and most recognized membership organization of professional social workers in the nation. NASW and the NASW-AL Chapter seek to enhance the well–being of individuals, families and communities through its work and advocacy for social justice.

SIGNATURE SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

As a sponsor of the NASW-AL Annual Conference, you will be provided with an exhibit table and be included in the digital marketing of our event and in the printed conference program. Additionally, sponsors receive the following benefits according to support level:

$5,000

$1,500

$1,000

$750

$500

Recognized as partner and receives two registrations, stuffer materials in the conference bags and up to five minutes of podium time on the first day.

Recognized as the networking reception sponsor, receives two registrations, stuffer materials in the conference bags and up to five minutes of podium time on the second day.

Recognized as a lunch sponsor, receives two registrations and stuffer materials in the conference bags.

One registration and stuffer materials in the conference bags.

One registration

Capstone

Platinum

Gold

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Bronze

Our chapter looks forward to providing your organization/agency with a unique networking opportunity. Your contribution will solidify the conference’s success. We appreciate all levels of support! Contact Pamela Harvey at pharvey@ccs.ua.edu or 205-348-6605 for more information.

ABOUT THE CONFERENCEWe invite you to attend the National Association of Social Workers - Alabama Chapter Annual Conference April 24-25, 2017 at the Bryant Conference Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Hosted by NASW-AL and The University of Alabama, the conference will bring together a multi-disciplinary group of social workers and experts to share their knowledge and expertise. Our 2017 theme is, “Breaking Down Barriers: Humanity Matters!” The theme highlights the underlying importance of social workers and their responsibility to practice with purpose for those we serve and the profession at large.

WHO WILL ATTEND?Social Workers CounselorsNurses Speech PathologistsPsychologists Occupational Therapists

CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURSThe National Association of Social Workers - Alabama Chapter has planned its annual conference to provide professional development credits through the following organizations:

• Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

• Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy• Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners

13 contact hours (includes 3 hours of ethics)• National Board for Certified Counselors• National Council on Family Relations

Please visit naswal.ua.edu for up-to-date information on the specific number of credit hours as they are approved.

EXHIBITOR SET UP7:00 am Monday, April 24th,

DESIGNATED EXHIBIT TIMESMonday 8 - 9 a.m. and 5:30-6 p.m. Tuesday 8 - 9 am.

YOU ARE INVITED

OPENING RECEPTION

Monday, April 24th, 6-7 p.m.

Paul W. Bryant Museum

Light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine will be available.

JEREMIAH CASTILLEFounder, Jeremiah Castille FoundationJeremiah Castille, born to Joseph and Mary Castille in Columbus, Georgia is the 8th of 9 children. In 1979, Castille received a football scholarship to the University of Alabama. Coach Bryant who instilled courage, discipline, vision, leadership, character, class and humility in midst of success tremendously impacted his life. While Castille loved football, he loved God more and after six years in the NFL, God called him out of the game. The experience God gave him coaching and teaching helped prepare him for his ongoing ministry. In 1999, Castille was ordained as a minister at The Church at Brook Hills and he and Jean founded the Castille Foundation with Isaiah 61:1-4 as the foundational scripture. In 2001, Castille became the chaplain for the University of Alabama football team and continues to serve in that capacity today.

BENNET WRIGHTExecutive Director, Alabama Sentencing CommissionBennet Wright serves as the Executive Director of the Alabama Sentencing Commission and is also the Vice President of the National Association of Sentencing Commissions. Wright also serves as the Commission’s liaison to the Alabama Legislature and chairs the Commission’s Standards Committee tasked with developing the State’s sentencing guidelines. Wright was a member of the Alabama Prison Reform Task Force and now sits on the Alabama Criminal Justice Oversight and Implementation Council to monitor implementation of the omnibus Justice Reinvestment legislation aimed to reduce Alabama’s prison population while improving community based supervision and treatment options. Wright received his undergraduate degree in criminology and his graduate degree in sociology. Wright is a native of the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana.

VANZETTA PENN MCPHERSONU.S. Magistrate Judge (Ret.), Montgomery, AlabamaVanzetta Penn McPherson devoted a 30-year career as a civil rights lawyer and a federal magistrate judge to the passionate pursuit of equal justice for all. During the course of 16 years in solo law practice, McPherson honed her expertise in domestic relations law, but she spent the majority of her time in federal court, helping clients to secure rights and remedies guaranteed by the Constitution and federal anti-discrimination laws. In 1992, McPherson earned her own promotion with a merit-based appointment as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Middle District of Alabama. She served with distinction for 14 years, presiding over criminal and civil cases. McPherson has also led an active civic life, participating in the inaugural class of Leadership Montgomery, the 20th class of Leadership Alabama, and the boards of directors for the Alabama State Council on the Arts, the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, the Alabama Educational Television Foundation Authority, the Southern Poverty Law Center and the Alabama World Affairs Council.

SHANTE MILLERRegion IV Regional Resource Consultant, United States Department of Health and Human ServicesShante Miller has been working with community based AIDS Service Organizations in Philadelphia, PA for the past seven years. Miller’s experiences include the study of and creation of educational tools that teach HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and overcoming stigma. She also has worked on the development of digital health and digital literacy curriculum for community members in the City of Philadelphia. Miller specializes in instructional technology, and bridging the digital divide in urban communities. Miller is proud to have been able to work on the ground with Philly KEYSPOTS to educate both youth and adults about utilizing technology as a resource for finding reliable health information. Miller holds a M.A. in Humanities and a B.A. in Communications from Pennsylvania State University.

NASW-AL ANNUAL CONFERENCEApril 24-25, 2017 · Bryant Conference Center, 240 Paul W. Bryant Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401Program# X7-359-17

SPONSORS[ ] $5,000 Capstone Partner Includes two registrations

[ ] $1,500 Platinum (Reception Sponsor) Includes two registrations

[ ] $1,000 Gold (Lunch Sponsor) Includes two registrations

[ ] $750 Silver Includes one registration

[ ] $500 Bronze Includes one registration

ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL[ ] $100 Additional personnel (each) Includes registration and meals.

A certificate verifying attendance and contact hours will be issued to all participants. Note: The University of Alabama is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Requests for accommodation of physical and/or dietary needs should be made at least 30 calendar days in advance of the program date. Please email your request to pharvey@ccs.ua.edu. A portion of the invoice amount for this program will go to the Capstone Lifelong Learning Foundation to support activities of The University of Alabama and the College of Continuing Studies. Need our STAARS Vendor Number? Please use VC000118827 for UA College of Continuing Studies.

REGISTRATION OPTIONS FOR SPONSORSRegister Online Register by Phone Register by Mailnaswal.ua.edu 205-348-3000 Registration Services, The University of Alabama Box 870388, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

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