Statewide Symposium

The Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans & Their Families, hosted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families, is a premier conference aimed at enhancing services and support for the over 500,000 service members, veterans, and their families in Arizona. This unique event serves as a platform for collaboration among military, government, and community organizations, promoting a unified approach to addressing the challenges faced by the military-affiliated population. Attendees can expect a comprehensive program featuring general sessions led by Arizona leadership, updates on key statewide initiatives, and multiple breakout sessions designed to foster discussion and engagement on relevant topics. The Symposium not only provides essential knowledge and tools but also emphasizes the importance of networking among participants, including representatives from various sectors such as healthcare, education, and veteran service organizations.Diverse participants including active duty, guard, and reserve service members, veterans, their family members, and professionals from various fields will come together to share insights and strengthen partnerships. The event offers scholarships to offset registration costs for those in financial need, particularly for attendees traveling from outside central Arizona. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to earn certificates of attendance and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) post-event, ensuring that licensed professionals can benefit from their participation. The Symposium is set to take place at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix, conveniently located near several hotels, with potential special rates available for attendees. This gathering has become Arizona's central annual conversation on military and veteran support, allowing key stakeholders to exchange ideas, build relationships, and advance solutions that enhance the quality of life for service members and their families in the state.