TOGETHER FOR FAMILIES CONFERENCE
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The biennial Together for Families Conference is a unique virtual event that connects various stakeholders from across the globe in the Family Support and Strengthening Field to focus on best and promising practice for supporting families’ advancement. This conference, co-hosted by the Center for the Study of Social Policy, Families Canada, Family Resource Centre National Forum (Ireland), and the National Family Support Network, weaves together content related to innovative Family Support practice and policy, integrating family voice, partnership, and leadership, and reducing families’ involvement with the child welfare system. Designed for practitioners at the program, systems, and funder levels, it provides valuable opportunities to learn from expert presentations, peer sharing, and networking.
The Together for Families Conference is held Tuesday-Thursday the week after Canadian Thanksgiving/ Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day every even year.
A Record-Breaking Success: Highlights from the 2024 Together for Families Conference
The recent Together for Families Conference was a resounding success, earning an impressive 4.73 out of 5 rating from participants. Participants praised the engaging sessions, diverse topics, and the strong sense of community that defined the event. With hundreds of participants from 8 countries, the conference stood out as a premier virtual gathering, with many declaring it the best they had ever attended. Inspiring plenary sessions and practical strategies provided valuable insights to support participants' work, while a record number of partners, sponsors, and exhibitors contributed to the conference’s vibrant and collaborative atmosphere. You won't want to miss the next one - see you in 2026!