APAC, in collaboration with the Alabama Department of Human Resources, proudly presents our 19th Annual Permanency Conference! A transformative three-day training event dedicated to equipping professionals and caregivers with the knowledge and tools to better serve foster and adopted children and their families.
Gaelin Elmore will be our keynote speaker this year! Mr. Elmore is a dynamic and nationally sought-after speaker, trainer, and thought leader. He works with organizations and people to become belonging-informed in order to help children overcome trauma and unleash their potential. Gaelin’s passion and energy for his work stems from his heart for justice and his own lived experience. His own belonging journey has led Gaelin to the National Football League, and now stages, boardrooms, and organizations, all across the country, aiming to inspire, encourage, and equip others to think differently about their work and its long-term impact on others. Gaelin now lives in Eden Prairie, MN, where he gets to experience the purest form of belonging as a husband to his wife, Micaela, and dad to their two daughters, Laniah and Tatum.
This conference is designed for anyone working with foster and adopted children, including DHR staff, service providers, clinicians, foster and adoptive parents, and other child welfare professionals. With a strong emphasis on practical, engaging, and relevant workshops, attendees will gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance their confidence and effectiveness in their work.
Beyond the training, we prioritize self-care and renewal, ensuring participants feel appreciated and re-energized as they return to their vital roles. The relaxed setting offers opportunities for personal reflection and connection, making this an event that both educates and inspires.
🎯Attendees can earn 13 contact hours for social workers and counselors, including several clinical hours, 3 ethics hours and 3 DSM.
Join us for an enriching experience that will leave you better equipped, inspired, and renewed in your mission to support Alabama’s most vulnerable children.
📅 Date: April 23rd – 25th
📍Marriott Birmingham,
3590 Grandview Pkwy,
Birmingham, AL 35243
