February 23, 2026 Update: Thank you for your interest in serving as an Abstract Reader! We’ve reached our volunteer capacity for this year, and the submission form is now closed.

The NASW-TX Conference Planning Committee is seeking volunteers to read abstracts for the 50th Annual NASW-TX State Conference, in Galveston, on November 5 - 7, 2026.

Abstract readers review up to 5 abstracts and rate them according to specifications set by the Conference Planning Committee. This process usually takes 1 - 3 hours and will take place during the month of March. All correspondence will be electronic. To learn more about how one executes the responsibilities of the Abstract Reader role, watch this tutorial.

If you have questions, contact Deanna Gabelein at the NASW-TX Chapter Office at dgabelein.naswtx@socialworkers.org.

Abstract Reader Eligibility Criteria: Must be an NASW Member with a social work degree (BSW, MSW or PhD) and at least two years of experience post graduation.