Where Learning, Leadership, and Community Come Together
NSPN events bring youth-serving professionals together to learn, connect, and strengthen the systems that support young people. From national conferences to specialized trainings and leadership development, each event offers space for growth, collaboration, and real impact.
Why NSPN Events Matter
Youth-serving work is demanding, mission-driven, and constantly evolving. NSPN events create spaces where professionals can step away from daily pressures to learn, recharge, and reconnect with the purpose behind their work.
Events are designed to help participants:
- Strengthen skills through practical, research-informed learning
- Build relationships with peers across the country
- Gain insights from national leaders and subject-matter experts
- Discover tools and strategies to improve outcomes for youth and families
- Celebrate the commitment and resilience of youth-serving professionals
-
NSPN events are more than learning opportunities—they are moments of renewal, connection, and community building.
Our Event Portfolio
NSPN hosts a range of signature events and training experiences, each designed to support professional growth, leadership development, and community collaboration. Explore the opportunities below to find the right fit for you or your organization.
List of Services
-
Focus ConferenceList Item 1
NSPN’s premier national conference unites youth-serving professionals, leaders, and advocates for three days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.
-
Child and Youth Care (CYC) Certification Prep & SupportList Item 2
Prepare for or strengthen your journey in child and youth care practice. These sessions support professionals seeking certification pathways and skill development aligned with national standards.
-
Level Up LeadershipList Item 3
A leadership development continuum of experiences tailored for supervisors, managers, and emerging leaders in youth-serving organizations. Build core leadership skills, increase confidence, and grow your capacity to guide teams effectively.
-
Training of Facilitators & TrainersList Item 4
High-quality facilitator and trainer development for those who teach, train, guide groups, or lead learning environments. Participants walk away with stronger facilitation techniques and practical tools they can use immediately.
-
Families Thrive™
A transformational training rooted in the Protective Factors Framework, designed to help agencies strengthen how they support and partner with families.
-
TAPP Community
A collaborative learning community for trainers, advocates, practitioners, and professionals invested in ongoing growth and skill development.
-
NSPN Awards & Recognition
Celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership across the youth- and family-serving field. NSPN honors individuals and organizations making outstanding contributions to youth safety and well-being.
Ready to Learn, Connect, and Lead?
NSPN events create spaces where professionals grow—and where the field grows with them.
