2026 Women in Criminal Justice Conference

Topics Covered:

  • Burnout
  • The Importance of Why
  • Workplace Stress Management
  • People Focused Leadership
  • Building Community Partnerships
  • Deflecting Is Now Affecting
  • Fighting Fentanyl
  • Generations at Work
  • Emotional Contraband
  • First Amendment Auditors
  • Conversations with Mental Health Patients
  • Credibility Counts
  • Dealing with Crisis
  • Color Me Calm
  • Creating a Psychologically Safe Environment
  • A Safer Tomorrow Starts Today
  • Courtroom Testimony
  • Team Building
  • Rising Over Adversity Resiliently
  • Meeting Women Inmates Where They Are
  • TJJD Intelligence
  • and, Career Growth

Who Should Attend:

  • Jail/Prison
  • Community Corrections
  • Leadership
  • Jail Personnel
  • Court Coordinators and Administrators
  • Law Enforcement Personnel
  • ISD Law Enforcement
  • Adult and Juvenile Probation Personnel
  • County Clerks and Personnel
  • TDCJ Officers
  • Other

Training Hours: Up to 19

Date/Time:

Feb 09 (10:00 am) - 12, 2026 (12:00 pm)

Registration Deadline:

Jan 23, 2026

Fee Policy:

Early Registration - $305.00
Late Registration - $382.00

Location Information:

Galveston Island Convention Center
5600 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, Texas 77550

Hotel Information: *

San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
5222 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, Texas 77550

Galveston Island Hilton
5400 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77550
409-744-5000

Booking Hilton Booking link - Group Code -GWCJ26 link

Single Occupancy: Prevailing Per Diem
Double Occupancy: $161.00

Book hotel room by January 16, 2026 to receive group rate.

Overflow Hotel Information:

Holiday Inn® Resort Galveston on the Beach
5002 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77550
409-740-5300

Booking link

The Women in Criminal Justice Conference (WICJ), hosted by the Correctional Management Institute of Texas (CMIT), is an empowering annual event dedicated to supporting and advancing the contributions of women across all areas of the criminal justice system. This dynamic conference welcomes all professionals—women and men alike—who are committed to fostering leadership, collaboration, and personal growth. Bringing together individuals from law enforcement, corrections, probation, parole, courts, and academia, the conference features engaging keynote speakers, interactive breakout sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities. Topics include leadership development, wellness and resilience, career advancement, ethics, and the evolving challenges and achievements of women working in criminal justice. Participants gain valuable insights, tools, and connections that inspire and equip them to lead with confidence and integrity. Whether you are an experienced leader or new to the field, the Women in Criminal Justice Conference provides an inclusive and inspiring environment to learn, connect, and grow alongside peers who share a dedication to professional excellence and progress for all.

For more information, contact:
Sharese Hurst, Division Director
Correctional Management Institute of Texas
George J. Beto Criminal Justice Building
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341-2296
Fax: (936) 294-1671
Phone: (936) 294-1687
sharese@shsu.edu

Cancellation Policy:
If the participant has already paid, he/she will be refunded half the cost of the registration fee if written notice of cancellation is received by the Correctional Management Institute of Texas no later than ten (10) business days prior to the program. No refunds are available after this date, but substitutions of attendees are permitted. If no written cancellation is received and the participant does not attend the program, the participant/agency will be required to pay 100% of the registration fee if the registration fee was not previously paid.

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