Join us on September 25-27, 2024!


You’re invited to learn from experts and each other about issues, current trends, and innovative practices that promote healthy environments, resiliency, and equity among youth, adults, and communities. We will have programming for all professionals who work across the continuum of care, including prevention, treatment, recovery, mental health, school-based personnel, and community-based organizations. Stay tuned to this site and our communication channels for exciting agenda and speaker updates! Sign up to receive email updates about the Connections in Prevention Conference.

Conference Keynote Speakers

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Conference Agenda

Call for Proposals

Sponsorship Opportunities

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Conference Information

We hope you can join us! If you still have questions after reviewing the information provided on these pages, please send them to conference@prevention.org. 

Registration and Cost Information

When you register for the Connections in Prevention Conference, you will receive:

  • One and a half days of conference programming, including keynote speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities.

  • Lunch on September 26 and Breakfast on September 27.

  • Ticket to the Networking Reception on September 26.
     
  • CEU credits for any conference sessions attended*.

  • Discounted room rate for conference attendees.

  • Admission to the Exhibit Hall (Over 20 exhibitors!).

*CEUs have been applied for CADC, CRADC, CSADC, CAADC, CPS, CPSP, PCGC, CCJP, CAAP, CRSS, CPRS, CFPP, CVSS, CODP I/II, MAATP, RDDP, LCSW, LCPC, LSW, LPC, School Social Workers 

Pre-Conference - September 25 (Noon - 5:00 pm)

There are only 100 spots available for the pre-conference training sessions, so reserve your spot now!
Register for the pre-conference only or add it to your full conference registration.

Early Bird Pre-Conference Registration - $100
(Ends 7/26/24)

Pre-Conference Registration - $150
(7/27/24 - 8/16/24)

Last Minute Pre-Conference Registration - $200
(8/17/24 - 8/30/24)  

Main Conference - September 26 (8:00 - 5:00 pm) and September 27 (8:00 - Noon)

Early Bird Conference Registration - $400
(Ends 7/26/24)

Conference Registration - $450
(7/27/24 - 8/16/24)

Last-Minute Conference Registration - $500
(8/17/24 - 8/30/24)

Groups of five (5) or more can receive a $25/registration discount. Please email conference@prevention.org to register your group. Please note all participants will need to register and pay together.

Walk-in attendees cannot be accommodated at the pre-conference or conference.
Please be sure to register right away!

Conference Location

Marriott Chicago Naperville - Located in award-winning Naperville, The Marriott Chicago Naperville has been a staple of this community for over 12 years. It remains the #1 full-service Marriott hotel in the Chicagoland Market. Located directly off the Ronald Regan (I-88) toll road, the hotel is at an equal distance between O’Hare and Midway International Airports. Located just steps away from the hotel, Freedom Commons shopping center offers a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, as does downtown Naperville, which is just minutes away.

Connections in Prevention Conference hotel rate - $159.00/night + tax. After registration, you will receive information on how to book your room as part of the conference room block.

Exhibitors, Presenters, and Sponsors

With an audience of 300 adults and 50 youth, the Connections in Prevention Conference is a CEU-credentialed event targeting prevention professionals, social workers, counselors, thought leaders within the world of prevention, and youth. It is a perfect opportunity for you to become an exhibitor, presenter, or sponsor. Learn more about these opportunities by visiting the following links:


  • Exhibitor Opportunities: Build your business and relationships by sharing your organization's goods or services with our guests.

  • Call for Presenters: Become one of our conference's presenters and share your knowledge with our guests.

  • Sponsorship Opportunities: Sponsor our conference and help us provide our guests with a rewarding experience to remember!

Register Today!