Registration for #SFP2023 is now open.

Registration fees

Additional costs

The cost of attending the Friday pre-conference workshops is $45. This cost includes breakfast and/or lunch.

Important information

Once you have registered and then cleared security vetting, you will receive a confirmation email with hotel information. You will also be required to complete a check-in process on-site to access your badge and gain entry to the meeting space.

Hotel information

The Annual Meeting hotel information is not public for security reasons. This information will be released to registered attendees cleared by our security vetting procedures. Current members can view it on Society Connect (log-in required).

ADA accommodations

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request an accommodation that would to support your participation in this event contact Info@SocietyFP.org by Thursday, October 12.

Volunteer opportunities

Volunteers are an invaluable part of making the Annual Meeting a success. Furthermore, it is a fantastic opportunity to hear from leading reproductive health experts, network with a community of providers, researchers, and advocates and meet with industry professionals.

Volunteers are asked to sign up for a shift on one day of the conference for 5-7 hours. As a thank you for your time, you are invited to attend the other days of the conference with free admission. To sign up, complete this form by October 2.

Scholarships for meeting attendance

We are able to provide a limited number of scholarships to attend the Annual Meeting. Priority will be given to first-time attendees and those without institutional support to attend. Applicants must provide a brief personal statement about their interest in attending the Annual Meeting, and applicant selection will be guided by our DEI Vision Statement.

Scholarships fund complimentary conference registration, up to three nights in the conference hotel, travel up to $600, a per diem of $100 per day, a childcare and dependent stipend of $100 per day, and a year-long Society of Family Planning membership for new members.

Members and non-members are welcome to apply.

Scholarships are now closed. We will be making notifications in mid-August.

Application timeline:

• June 28: applications open
• July 27, 11:59 pm PT/2:59 am ET: applications due
• Mid-August: recipients notified

*Please note, all times listed are in Pacific Daylight Time, reflecting the time zone of our meeting location. Times, topics, and speakers may shift as we build the best possible schedule for you.

Network, collaborate, and celebrate with 1,300 family planning clinicians, scholars, and partners.

First attendee welcome tour

Friday, 3:00 pm-3:30 pm  

Join Society staff for a behind the scenes tour of the conference venue. Participants will have a chance to get familiar with the meeting spaces and chat with others attending #SFP2023 for the first time. 

AANHPI Launch Social hosted by the Sub-SIG of the BIPOC Special Interest Group

Friday, 7:30 pm-3:30 pm  

Attend the first social event hosted by the Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) sub-SIG of the Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) SIG. Meet fellow members of the community to connect and recharge after 2023’s rollercoaster of a year. An RSVP link will be shared with registered attendees once confirmed.

Dinner with someone new* 

Saturday, 7:30 pm | Sunday, 7:30 pm 

Why dine in your room solo when you can enjoy Seattle’s renowned dining scene with your fellow family planners? Sign up onsite at the recharge lounge for dinner slots of six at select restaurants and recap your day (or not) over a shared meal.

*The Society will take care of making the reservation for your small group, but attendees will be expected to cover the cost of their own meals.

Early riser stroll

Saturday, 7:15 am-7:50 am with Board members Nerys Benfield, MD, MPH; Amy Bryant, MD, MSCR; Megan Kavanaugh, DrPH, MPH; Kate Shaw, MD, MS

Sunday, 7:15 am-7:50 am with Board members Angela Dempsey, MD, MPH; Aileen Gariepy, MD, MPH; MHS; Alisa Goldberg, MD, MPH; Sadia Haider, MD, MPH

Up early and want to get your steps in? Explore Seattle with an early morning stroll hosted by members of the Society Board before you join the first session of the day. 

Special Interest Group lunches

Attend a Special Interest Group (SIG) lunch to learn more about the work of the SIGs, meet with colleagues, hear about opportunities to get involved in the coming year, and exchange ideas. These networking lunches prioritize attendance of all current SIG members with additional space available on a first-come, first-serve basis. An RSVP link will be shared with active SIG members who have registered for the meeting in September. 

Saturday, 12:05 pm-1:05 pm

• Adolescent sexual and reproductive health
• Advocacy 
• Medical educators
• Medically complex pregnancies
• Telehealth practitioners

Sunday, 1:20 pm-2:20 pm

• Black, Indigenous, and people of color
• Early pregnancy assessment clinics
• Family medicine
• Research implementation
• Substance use disorders

Reading of The Turnaway Play by Lesley Lisa Greene

Saturday, 7:15 pm-8:45 pm 

The Turnaway Play is a smart, moving, and timely look at what happens when women are denied access to abortion. The play is inspired and informed by the groundbreaking Turnaway Study, the nationwide prospective study of 1,000 women who sought abortions, some of whom received their wanted abortions while others were turned away. The study, led by Diana Greene Foster, PhD, MA of Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health (ANSIRH), has produced over 50 scientific publications on the health, economic, and social consequences of access to abortion. The playwright, Lesley Greene, MS, is a New York-based theater artist and Dr. Foster’s sister! The play reveals the experience of study participants in their own words, and imagines the behind-the-scenes experience of the research team. Ms. Greene has created a theatrical experience that is also a vehicle for education and advocacy work. With honesty and humor, this exciting new play reaches beyond our polarizing political conversation to look deeply into one of the most important and urgent issues of our time. An RSVP link will be shared with registered attendees once confirmed.

Complimentary small meeting rooms

An onsite meeting room for small private gatherings, with a seating capacity of up to 20 will be available upon request through September 22. Attendees can request the room for up to two hours, depending on availability and at no charge. 

Some guidelines:

• Rooms are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis and we will do our best to accommodate your first choice options. 
• The room has a boardroom style setup, and cannot be changed.
• Per our contract with the hotel, there is a strict policy of no outside food in this meeting space; a penalty will be charged to any group that breaks the rule.
• Audio visual and/or Society staff support will not be provided.
• These meetings will not be listed on the conference agenda.

Available meeting room hours:

• Friday, October 27: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Saturday, October 28: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Sunday, October 29: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Monday, October 30: 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Please note all times listed are in Pacific Daylight Time, reflecting the time zone of our meeting location.

Exhibit Hall engagement

Make the Exhibit Hall your central stop at the Annual Meeting. Chat with close to 40 exhibitors and key supporters of the family planning field. Examine nearly 100 scientific abstract posters and mingle with colleagues while attending receptions, enjoying daily breakfast, or stopping in for snack breaks between sessions. Be sure to take advantage of a variety of professional services at the Wellness Hub or even have a new headshot taken.

At registration, you will receive an exhibitor scorecard. Complete your scorecard by checking in with all exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall, and then exchange your scorecard at the Society booth for a limited edition specialty swag item.

Wellness Hub

Visit the Wellness Hub in the Exhibit Hall to focus in on your “Brand, Brain, and Being”.

• Brand – focus on your digital brand with a LinkedIn makeover and digital footprint analysis.
• Brain – focus on productivity and life-changing habits by learning about the latest technology trends like ChatGPT and AI.
• Being – focus on your mental well-being and finding calm in the chaos through applied breathing techniques or enjoying a complimentary massage.

Featured authors

The Society is proud to celebrate these three recently published books produced by members. Stop by the Authors Corner to meet the authors and purchase your signed copy.

Lori Freedman – Bishops and Bodies: Reproductive Care in American Catholic Hospitals

One out of every six patients in the United States is treated in a Catholic hospital that follows the policies of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops. These policies prohibit abortion, sterilization, contraception, some treatments for miscarriage and gender confirmation, and other reproductive care, undermining hard-won patients’ rights to bodily autonomy and informed decision-making. Drawing on rich interviews with patients and providers, this book reveals both how the bishops’ directives operate and how people inside Catholic hospitals navigate the resulting restrictions on medical practice. In doing so, Bishops and Bodies fleshes out a vivid picture of how The Church’s stance on sex, reproduction, and “life” itself manifests in institutions that affect us all. Learn more or purchase.*

*Get 30% off with code RFLR19

Martha Paynter – Abortion to Abolition: Reproductive Health and Justice in Canada

The history of abortion decriminalization and critical advocacy efforts to improve access in Canada deserve to be better known. Ordinary people persevered to make Canada the most progressive country in the world with respect to abortion care. But while abortion access is poorly understood, so too are the persistent threats to reproductive justice in this country: sexual violence, gun violence, homophobia and transphobia, criminalization of sex work, reproductive oppression of Indigenous women and girls, privatization of fertility health services, and the racism and colonialism of policing and the prison system. This beautifully illustrated book tells the empowering true stories behind the struggles for reproductive justice in Canada, celebrating past wins and revealing how prison abolitionism is key to the path forward. Learn more or purchase.

DeShawn Taylor – Undue Burden: A Black Woman Physician on Being Christian and Pro-Abortion in the Reproductive Justice Movement

Abortion is common. It’s every day. It’s healthcare. Abortion is a moral choice for people who despite the shouting voices around them understand that they have the ability to control their fertility the way people with uteruses have for thousands of years and as they will continue to do for thousands of years to come, no matter the barriers thrown in their path. These people understand that being human means controlling the trajectory of their lives. When faced with a dangerous or unwanted pregnancy, they gather the strength to put away the self-serving opinions of others and listen to their hearts. Undue Burden argues for these people and for abortion as a moral good using the framework of Reproductive Justice. It lays out why it’s no longer enough for us to say we’re pro-choice, but instead we must proudly proclaim to be pro-abortion. Author Dr. DeShawn Taylor tells stories of her life, medical training, and practice to center the everyday situations of everyday people struggling with forces outside their control like unaffordable childcare, lack of access to health care, insufficient paid time off, and unsafe communities. She argues that only when we reframe abortion as a social justice issue can we take back the moral high ground from the extremist Christians and “family values” politicians who have controlled the conversation for far too long. Learn more or purchase.

BIPOC Lounge

The Society acknowledges the unique personal and social burdens many Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) experience in conference spaces.

With this in mind, the Society has curated a restorative space where BIPOC attendees can step away from the full conference when needed or as desired.

Amenities in the space include:

• A complimentary massage therapist
• Relaxed seating
• A selection of herbal and flavored teas

Recharge Lounge

Rest your feet, charge your phone, and catch up with friends and colleagues at the Recharge Lounge. New this year, for those looking to expand their network and meet other attendees, there will be sign-up opportunities available for small group meals around Seattle. Let the Society take care of scheduling your dinner reservation, and get ready to make new acquaintances at some of Seattle’s most iconic restaurants.

Ask a lawyer office hours

Saturday, 12:05 pm – 1:05 pm | Sunday, 8:00 am – 9:00 am | Sunday, 1:20 pm – 2:20 pm

Stop by during these open office hours for an informal discussion with legal experts from the Lawyering Project and Resources for Abortion Delivery. Learn about the new initiative to connect everyone in the field with legal representation related to providing, obtaining, or supporting abortion access. While no legal advice can be provided during this session, we can connect you with resources if you do need advice.

Lactation room

Looking for a comfortable and private place to pump or nurse? Inquire at the registration desk to access a dedicated lactation room equipped with outlets, sweet treats, and a refrigerator. 

Sponsors and exhibitors are integral contributors to the Society of Family Planning community and have an important voice that lends to our shared cause. We hope you will join us for #SFP2023.

The Society honors leaders in the field of family planning with four awards at our Annual Meeting.

Research presentation awards celebrate family planning scholars through awards selected from research presentations at our Annual Meeting.

Land acknowledgment

We look forward to gathering for the Society of Family Planning 2023 Annual Meeting in what is now known as Seattle.

As we come together, we humbly acknowledge that we will be meeting on unceded land of the Coast Salish people, and specifically the ancestral land of the Duwamish, Suquamish, Stillaguamish, Muckleshoot, and other Indigenous peoples. We honor with gratitude the land itself and the past, present, and future stewards of the land we are gathering on. 

We offer this land acknowledgment at a time when we gather as a community as an invitation for reflection and learning, and to bring attention to opportunities to contribute our support.

As part of our Annual Meeting, the Society of Family Planning is integrating a practice of acknowledging the stewards of the land we are gathering, and inviting our community to join us in taking steps beyond land acknowledgment. Join us by:

• Reviewing why land acknowledgments are important and the key components of land acknowledgment. 
• Learning about the Indigenous communities of Seattle and the land we will be gathering on by exploring the official websites of Washington’s Tribes, reading the history of the Duwamish people, and/or making plans to visit the Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center. 
• Providing a gift to the Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center or Real Rent Duwamish, or shopping at the Duwamish Tribe store.  Continuing this commitment outside of the Annual Meeting by building authentic relationships with Indigenous peoples and Indigenous-led organizations, supporting Indigenous-led calls to action, and encouraging others to take action and provide their support.

Touring Seattle!

While attending the Annual Meeting, we invite you to immerse yourself in a dynamic, urban playground surrounded by unmatched natural beauty. To learn more about our host city, explore the Visit Seattle page and:

• Organize a dinner at one of these amazing restaurants
• Stroll around the many and varied neighborhoods
• Discover Seattle’s rich cultural heritage
• Make time for a scenic hike
• Visit the Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
• And more!

The Society of Family Planning will implement the following health and safety protocols that are aligned with the evidence base on COVID-19 infections and treatments, and that are responsive to federal, state, and local guidelines and policies. 

• It is strongly recommended that all meeting participants are up to date on vaccines. 
• COVID-19 tests will be provided at no cost on-site. 
• Attendees should not attend the meeting if they feel unwell, experience symptoms of COVID-19, or test positive for COVID-19.
• Masking is optional. 

Updated June 28, 2023. The Society will continue to monitor the latest developments and may change or update these protocols as needed based on the best available evidence and federal, state, and local guidelines. We encourage you to visit this page for the latest updates on health and safety protocols for this event. By registering for this event, you agree to comply with any such updated protocols.

Review submission dates for the 2023 Annual Meeting session proposals, scientific abstracts, and award nominations.

The Society of Family Planning is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Society of Family Planning designates this live course for a maximum of 22.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Will there be a virtual component to the Annual Meeting? 

• No. We will be focusing our attention on an in-person convening. For on-demand virtual content, visit Society Education where we offer low or no-cost access to accredited continuing education programming.

What are your health and safety protocols? 

• View our health and safety protocols. 

What is the conference hotel? 

• For security reasons, hotel information is not public. This information will be released to registered attendees cleared by our security vetting procedures. It may take approximately ten business days after registering to receive confirmation. 

What are the room rates? 

• Room rates are $239 per night. The deadline to reserve your room in the block is October 3. Please note, the block may sell out prior to that date. Once your registration is confirmed, we will release booking information.

What security measures do you have in place for attendees? 

• The safety of meeting participants is of the utmost importance to us. To help ensure your safety all conference attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and volunteers will receive a thorough security vetting check and security procedures will be in place on-site.

What is your refund policy? 

• Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be given to those who submit a written request to Info@SocietyFP.org no later than October 13, 2023. Refunds may take as many as 10 days to process. Refunds will not be given after that date for no-shows. Registration to the Annual Meeting is non-transferable. 

How can I request ADA accommodations? 

• We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request an accommodation that would support your participation in this event contact Info@SocietyFP.org by Thursday, October 12.

When will session and abstract submissions open for #SFP2023? 

• Submission deadlines for sessions and abstracts are closed for the 2023 meeting. Notifications will be made in July.

When is the 2024 Society of Family Planning Annual Meeting?

• #SFP2024 will take place from October 19-21 in Detroit, MI.

When will session and abstract submissions open for #SFP2024? 

• Submissions for the 2024 meeting will open in the spring of 2024. Check the submissions page for the most up to date information.

How can I hear the latest news? 

• You may sign up for email updates. You may also keep up to date on all Society activities by visiting our website.  

How can I ask a question about Continuing Education credit(s)? 

• For assistance or questions about the Continuing Education credit, please contact CME@SocietyFP.org.