The Annual Program Meeting (APM) is the preeminent annual meeting for social work educators, students, deans, and directors worldwide. Each year the APM brings together more than 2,500 individual members as well as the largest gathering of graduate and undergraduate programs of professional social work education.
General Information
Can CSWE help me promote my session and research?
Yes! Please view our
speaker toolkit for sample emails, social media posts, and graphics!
What is the status of the CSWE 2021 APM?
We are planning to hold the
2021 Annual Program Meeting November 4–7, in Orlando, FL.
Please continue to visit the
APM website and follow CSWE on social media for updates on speakers, education sessions, and more.
When will registration for the 2021 APM open?
Registration is open for the 2021 APM. Beware of registration pirates who pretend to represent CSWE. Start the registration process
here.
What are the registration categories for the 2021 APM?
Registration rates for the 2021 APM vary by registration category. Please see the registration categories below.
Prefer to mail or fax your registration? Download the
2021 APM Registration Form.
aStudent rates require documentation. See
Registration Categories.
bSome rates do not change for Full Conference vs. One-Day Registration.
cSee
Country List for this rate.
When will I receive registration materials?
Registration materials will be distributed on site at the Registration Desk. Please bring your registration confirmation to receive your registration materials. Print or electronic confirmations will be accepted on site, or you may enter your name into a registration terminal to pull up your registration details. The Registration Desk will be in the main lobby of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort hotel. Please note that registration materials will not be mailed to attendees in advance.
How do I get a receipt for my registration?
After you register, you can view and print your confirmation, log in to your registration portal to make changes, print receipts and/or confirmations, and create your itinerary. You will not receive a receipt on site.
What if I need to pay by check?
Please mail a completed
2021 APM Registration Form to:
ATTN: CSWE 2021 APM
CSWE Registration
11208 Waples Mill Road, Suite 112
Fairfax, VA 22030
What are the student registration categories (member, nonmember, and volunteer)?
The student registration categories are as follows:
- Associate member, student (undergraduate/graduate, or doctoral): Full-time or part-time students who are not CSWE full members (Category 1 under individual members).
- Nonmember, student (undergraduate/graduate, or doctoral): Full-time or part-time students who are not CSWE members.
- Student volunteer: Students can volunteer for shifts of 4 consecutive hours on Friday and Saturday, November 5–6, 2021, during daytime hours. There are no evening volunteer hours. Student volunteers pay only $50 for a full conference registration. Students must provide their arrival and departure dates/times.
Full-time and part-time students are eligible; they must not hold a full-time academic appointment. Student enrollment status must be verified for each student registration or membership application and renewal. Confirmation of student membership will be sent after review of the required documentation.
Students must submit verification (see sample letters for
one student or
multiple students) from their program directors to
apm@cswe.org and
studentmember@cswe.org with documentation of their enrollment status (degree level) and projected graduation date for that degree level; and confirmation that the student does not hold a full-time professional position, including any academic appointment.
If I am presenting, do I have to register for the meeting?
Yes. All presenters are required to register to present their abstracts and research.
What is the 2021 APM Cancellation and Refund Policy?
Registrants must submit registration cancellations via e-mail by October 15, 2021. No requests for refunds will be honored if they are e-mailed after this date. Registrants who do not cancel by October 15, 2021, and fail to attend the APM will be charged the full registration fee. Please note that membership dues are nonrefundable. Refunds will be less a $75 administrative fee and must specify the payee. They will be based on the original form of payment and processed within 30 days after the completion of the meeting. Refunds will not be processed after December 4, 2021.
Please cancel housing reservations directly with your hotel. CSWE is not liable for cancellation fees charged by hotels, airlines, or other means of transportation.
By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.
If I submitted a proposal, when will I hear whether it was accepted?
Provisional proposal acceptance e-mails have been sent. If you did not receive an e-mail, you can
check your status online with your proposal ID and password.
Please make sure to check your junk or spam folder. If you still haven’t received an e-mail, reach out to
APMProposals@cswe.org.
Sessions
Where are the APM sessions being held?
All education sessions, plenaries, and events will be held at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort hotel from Thursday, November 4, through Sunday, November 7, 2021.
Will there be preconference workshops at the 2021 APM?
Where can I find a list of session and event times?
Visit the
preliminary schedule Web page. Additional programming information will be available in the 2021 APM Online Program and the mobile app beginning in October 2021.
Where can I find a list of session and event locations?
Locations for programming will be published in the 2021 APM Online Program and mobile app in October 2021.
What types of sessions are being offered?
The 2021 APM will provide a multitude of educational offerings. APM presentations are organized by tracks, allowing meeting participants to quickly locate and gauge their interest in specific sessions. You can find a list of the 2021 APM tracks
here.
Proposals are assigned to tracks by their submitters. Each track is led by two volunteer chairs, who review scores and comments submitted by proposal reviewers and provide recommendations regarding acceptance to the Council on Conferences and Faculty Development. Track chairs and co-chairs may help answer questions related to the tracks' subject areas.
Support Services
What kind of accessibility arrangements are available?
CSWE will provide support services on request. Please request accessibility services or accommodations for people who experience disabilities at the time of registration and/or 4 weeks in advance to maximize our efforts. Contact information for accessibility services is forthcoming.
What kind of childcare services are available?
Please inquire about childcare services with the concierge at your selected hotel. Be certain to make arrangements prior to your arrival in Orlando.
Will there be areas for privacy at the meeting venue (e.g., lactation, prayer, quiet)?
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort will have designated areas for privacy. Please check back for specific locations and information.
Will there be wheelchairs or scooters available to rent?
Details for scooter rental at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort will be available in late fall 2021.
What kind of seating will be available at events for those with mobility needs or who are unable to stand for long periods of time?
There will be seating marked “Reserved for Accessible Seating” at all plenaries. All events and receptions will have seating available for those who are unable to stand for long periods of time.
What accessibility services will be available during the plenaries?
All plenary events will have interpreting services and will have front-row seating reserved for those with mobility, visual, or interpreting needs.
What shuttle services and transportation are available?
Miscellaneous
Are meals included with conference registration?
No meals are included with conference registration. However, food and beverage served at the networking, opening, and closing receptions are complimentary with conference registration.
Where are the restrooms and telephones located in the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort?
Restrooms and telephones are located on all levels of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort hotel.
Where can I find out about general meeting and program information?
Please visit the 2021 APM Web page for general meeting information. Program information is available on the
Preliminary Schedule found on the APM website. While attending the APM, attendees may speak with volunteers at the Information and Hospitality desks at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort hotel for specific information.
Where is the Lost and Found office?
Check with volunteers at the Meeting Information and Hospitality Center or hotel concierge located on the ground level of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort hotel.
What if I have a question that hasn't been answered yet?
Need information for visiting Disney Theme Parks?
Disney looks forward to sharing a little magic with you in November!
- As you prepare for your visit:
- We recommend you take a moment to review the Know Before You Go at https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/
- If your plans include visiting one of the Theme Parks, you will need to check availability and make your Theme Park reservations in Disney Park Pass.
- Health Acknowledgement Prior to arrival
Disney currently provides exclusive
After 1PM and After 5PM Twilight Tickets and special discounted multi-day tickets to meeting & convention groups that are not available at their Ticket Windows. The multi-day tickets include a
complimentary bonus visit to an additional Disney experience. Book your tickets at
www.mydisneygroup.com/cswe2021.
Please note the cut-off date for advance purchase savings is November 4, 2021.
With the new Disney Theme Park Reservation System and park capacity limitations, it’s important to lock in your visit as soon as possible.
