Sector roundtables are for members to network with colleagues from around the country who work in their sector. We will discuss the current moment we are in and share creative solutions to address common problems, discuss what is needed to build member power and learn new ways to face the challenges unique to each sector.
These roundtables will be held simultaneously before the Convention begins. Language interpreters will be offered at all roundtables. Check the app and signage for room numbers.
Tuesday, August 18
7:45 a.m.–9:15 a.m.
Administration and Finance
Anyone who works in government administrative functions, including budget and finance, IT, courts, regulations and enforcement or similar functions.
Behavioral Health
Anyone who works in the areas of developmental disabilities or mental health, including intermediate-care facilities for the developmentally disabled (ICFs/DD), county mental health or DD departments, state psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, substance abuse/chemical dependency units, sheltered workshops and group homes.
Child Support and Child Welfare
Anyone who works in the administration or enforcement of child support.
Cultural Workers
Anyone who works in a library, museum or any other cultural institution.
Early Childhood Education*
Anyone who works for a Head Start or other pre-K program, in family child care, for a child care center, or for a before- or after-school child care program.
Emergency Medical Services
Anyone who works in emergency medical services, disaster response, 911 dispatch or other emergency services.
Employment and Vocational Services and Public Assistance
Anyone who works for an agency that administers unemployment insurance, job placement or training, vocational counseling or rehabilitation, or similar services.
Environmental Protection and Parks
Anyone who works for an agency that manages or protects the environment, or for a parks and recreation agency.
Health Care
Anyone who works for a hospital, a hospital-affiliated clinic, hospital system, a free-standing rehabilitation clinic or an outpatient medical clinic.
Higher Education
Anyone who works in a postsecondary educational institution, including a college, university or technical school.
Home Care*
Anyone who provides health care or other support services in a home setting.
Housing
Anyone who works in an agency that provides housing services.
K-12 Education
Anyone who works in elementary, junior/middle or high school.
Long-Term Care
Anyone who works for a facility where patients receive long-term medical care or other support services. This includes nursing homes, assisted living centers, and facilities for people with mental illnesses or developmental disabilities.
Public Works
Anyone who works for an agency that provides public works services, including solid waste collection or disposal, water or wastewater treatment, or other services.
Public Safety
Anyone who works as an officer in an agency with law enforcement responsibilities or in the adult or juvenile corrections systems.
Transportation
Anyone who works for an agency that designs, builds, maintains or operates transportation systems, including roads, public transit, bridges, airports, ports, ferries, parking facilities and taxis.
* Vietnamese interpreters will also be offered at these roundtables.