Registration Open: Thriving Children, Families & Communities Conference
Registration is now open for the 2026 Thriving Children, Families, and Communities Conference, a statewide event bringing together leaders from across Nebraska to tackle issues impacting children, families, workforce, and community vitality.
Why it Matters:
This conference has quickly become one of Nebraska’s leading gatherings focused on strengthening communities and improving outcomes for children and families. Last year’s event welcomed nearly 500 attendees representing 70 Nebraska counties and several states.
Conference details
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Younes Conference Center North
Kearney, Nebraska
What attendees can expect:
- Inspiring keynote speakers and community voices
- Practical breakout sessions and real-world strategies
- Success stories and models from Nebraska communities
- Networking opportunities with leaders from across the state
- Conversations around child care, workforce, economic vitality, and communit well-being
The conference is designed for professionals and community leaders in early childhood, education, business, health care, nonprofits, philanthropy, economic development, government, and related sectors.
A full conference agenda will be released soon.
Learn more and register at: thrivingchildrenconference.org