The Alabama School of Alcohol and Other Drug Studies (ASADS) invites professionals, researchers, educators, clinicians, prevention specialists, peer support professionals, students, and community leaders to submit abstracts for presentation at the 51st Annual ASADS Conference, taking place March 15–19, 2027, at the Bryant Conference Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
For more than five decades, ASADS has served as the premier educational and networking event dedicated to advancing prevention, treatment, recovery, and public health initiatives. We are seeking dynamic presentations that provide practical tools, innovative approaches, emerging research, and evidence-based practices to support professionals working across the behavioral health continuum.
Abstract submissions will close on September 30, 2026.
Abstracts are encouraged in, but not limited to, the following areas:
ASADS supports quality education provided by subject matter experts. We encourage speakers to join us for the week accepting a complementary conference registration including full access to educational sessions, conference meals, all conference activities, and dynamic networking opportunities. One night’s lodging accommodations may be provided. State agency supported speakers are exempt from receiving lodging accommodations. Travel reimbursements and honoraria are not guaranteed upon acceptance of proposals. A certificate of recognition will be provided to all speakers. We look forward to your submissions!
We welcome proposals for:
Priority will be given to presentations that provide actionable learning outcomes and practical strategies attendees can implement within their organizations and communities.
We encourage submissions from:
Abstract submissions should include:
All submissions will be reviewed by the ASADS Conference Planning Committee based on relevance, educational value, innovation, and applicability to the conference audience.
