Now in its 15th year, the Healthy Futures of Texas Annual Symposium is a premier learning event that unites professionals from across the state. This dynamic gathering delivers in-depth training, hands-on technical support, and meaningful opportunities to connect with a statewide network of experts. Participants will leave equipped with the latest research, proven practices, and actionable strategies to advance adolescent and women’s sexual and reproductive health—and to drive lasting, positive change in their communities.

The Symposium will be in-person only from April 27-29, 2026, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Round Rock, with one-day of virtual programming scheduled for April 30, 2026.

This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and connect with others who share your passions and professional interests. Each year, the Symposium attracts more than 300 professionals from across Texas including social workers, counselors, nurses, doctors and other clinicians, researchers, educators, youth service professionals, graduate students, and other key program staff.

Submissions are encouraged in the following areas:  

• Adolescent and/or women's sexual and reproductive health
• Preventing unintended pregnancy among teens 
• Sexuality education
• Youth development/Youth voice
• Technology, media and trends
• Research, data, and innovation
• Professional development

Presentations may be submitted for the following categories:

• Plenary session (30-45 minutes - delivered to entire audience)
• Breakout session (45-60 minutes)
• Panel discussion - 4-6 discussants (45-60 minutes)
• Lightening Talk (15 minutes)
• Student Presentation/Emerging Scholars (15 minutes)
• Poster presentation (30 minutes - in person only)
• Workshop (75-90 minutes)
• In-Depth Training (3-4 hours - in person only only)

Need inspiration? Check out last year's schedule of events here. 

Friday, October 10, 2025

For questions, please contact Melanie Chasteen at [email protected]; 512.791.5110.