SAC Statewide Training Conference 2026
Intersections of Justice and Care: Building Trauma-Informed Capacity Together
We welcome victim advocates, prevention experts, educators, outreach staff, mental health professionals, campus professionals, medical providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, military personnel, offender treatment professionals, school counselors, and beyond!
When it comes to sexual assault and interpersonal violence, we all have something to learn. No matter who you are, we would love for you to join us.
FAQs
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May 27th, 28th, and 29th, 2026.
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Nothing! This conference is completely free for you to attend.
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Yes! We are offering NASW-TN CEUs for all sessions.
Additionally, SAC Training Conference 2026: Intersections of Justice and Care has been approved for NBCC credit. The program sessions reviewed and approved by NBCC are listed below.
1. Another Form of Listening: Trauma-Informed Evaluation Practices (Heather Phillips)
2. From Overwhelm to Impact: Un-Jading the Jaded - Turning Trauma-Informed Principles into Measurable Systems Change (Dr. Emily Bonistall Postel)
3. Accompanying Pain: A Practical Toolbox for Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence Across Cultures (Adela Zayas Hernandez)
4. Strengthening Survivor Support Through Trauma-Informed Practice (Amanda Lyon, LCSW)
Sexual Assault Center is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
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Yes! Once the conference is over, all attendees will receive an email with information on how to request a certificate of attendance for any sessions attended.
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Almost every session will be recorded and will be available to view for one year following the conference. Information on how to access the recordings will be sent out to all attendees after the conference.
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Captioning is available in several languages. Please reach out to us at evainio@sacenter.org if you have any questions!
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You can register until May 27, 2026.
From therapy rooms to courtrooms, creating diverse survivor-centered systems that heal, not harm.
What last year’s attendees are saying:
“Great experience and knowledgeable speakers. This gave me motivation for continuing supporting, understanding better these matters and helping our community!”
“Loved the format as it allowed me to pop into select sessions and then continue my work day where I wasn't able to step away from obligations.”
“I loved that the conference seemed to be well thought out, especially the attention given to safe spaces, mindfulness techniques and an opportunity to utilize the calming resources. I also appreciated learning about a number of topics and being able to receive CEUs.”
“Great conference! Very well organized and relevant information!”
Sexual Assault Center
SAC was started in 1978 by two Vanderbilt University divinity students who saw a need to help victims of rape and sexual abuse. Their vision was to provide support to all survivors of sexual assault and to work to end sexual violence. SAC's mission today reflects our founders' vision: To provide healing for children, adults, and families affected by sexual assault and to end sexual violence through counseling, prevention, training, and advocacy.