CMIT - 2026 TCA Special Populations Conference

2026 TCA Special Populations Conference

This conference is designed for professionals working across the criminal justice system and features a wide range of topics related to special populations within corrections. Educational sessions provide valuable insights, best practices, and emerging trends in the field, with a focus on areas such as leadership development, veterans' issues, human trafficking, mental health, social media, health and wellness, sex offender management, emerging narcotics trends, specialty courts, protection of vulnerable populations, education and reentry initiatives, and substance use treatment. Attendees will have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, strengthen professional networks, and explore innovative approaches to addressing the complex challenges facing today's criminal justice and correctional professionals.

Who Should Attend?

Jail/Prison
Community Corrections
Leadership
Support Staff
Adult Probation
Juvenile Probation
Law Enforcement
Parole
Private Sector
Judicial
Education Leaders
Treatment Leaders
Other

Training Hours:

TBD

Dress Code:

Business Casual
Clothing should be professional, and no caps/hats or shorts are permitted. Slacks, khakis, skirts, dresses, button-downs, or blouses are acceptable. It is always recommended to bring a light jacket in case the training room is cold.

Now Accepting Presenters:

Download Call for Presenters Form →

For more information, contact:

Vanessa Farmer, Project Coordinator
Phone: (936) 294-1706
vfarmer@shsu.edu

Date/Time:

December 9, 2026 - December 11, 2026
All times are shown in U.S. Central Time (CT).

Early Registration Ends:

November 20, 2026

TCA Fee Policy:

Member - $185
Non-member - $225
Late Fee - $20

Location*:

The San Luis Resort
5222 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX 77551

Hotel*:

The San Luis Resort
5222 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: (833) 312-8795
Identify yourself as a TCA Conference Participant when reserving by phone.
Reserve Online

*Unless otherwise noted, hotel arrangements are the responsibility of the participant.

Additional Information:

Cancellation Policy:

A. A full refund of fees paid will be authorized when a written request for refund of conference or program fees is submitted at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled start of the program.

B. A refund of 70% of the fees paid will be authorized when a written request for refund of conference or program fees is submitted less than 10 working days prior to the scheduled start of the program. If unpaid, those who cancel in writing more than ten (10) working days prior to the training will have all fees waived. When a written request for cancelation is submitted less than ten (10) working days prior to the scheduled start of the program, the participant will be responsible for 30% of the conference rate at the time they registered. The Texas Corrections Association reserves the right to retain or collect fees in full for those who fail to cancel in writing prior to the training or for those who fail to attend.

C. No refund will be given for participants that do not attend the program and no advance notice of cancellation is received.

D. Substitutions may be made prior to the first day of the program for persons that are unable to attend. Advance notice is requested.

E. The Executive Director may make exceptions to the refund policy in the event of an emergency that prevents the participant from attending as scheduled.