Strengthening Colorado Families and Communities Conference
Stronger Together: Inspiring Change, Nurturing Hope
August 26–28, 2026
Keystone, Colorado
About the Conference
The Strengthening Colorado Families and Communities Conference is a biennial event and is a joint collaboration across the family support continuum, from prevention and public health through restoration and child welfare.
The Strengthening Colorado Families and Communities Conference is brought to you in partnership by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, the Colorado Department of Human Services, and Illuminate Colorado.
Featured Talks & Presenters
In 2026, we are excited to welcome three incredible keynote speakers—Jodi Hardin, Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith, and Nate Bustamante—who will give engaging and inspiring presentations to challenge and encourage conference attendees.
We are also excited to have breakout sessions in the following areas: Collaboration that Creates Capacity; Family Engagement that Works; Innovation Lab; Lived Experience as Leadership; Policy to Practice; Respectful, Responsive Practice; and Workforce Wellness.
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