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Register now for the for the 2026 National Conference on Juvenile Justice taking place March 15 – 18, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. The conference will feature amazing presentations on current and cutting edge topics that will inspire you, broaden your knowledge, and provoke discussions about issues facing the juvenile and family court system.
For 88 years, the NCJFCJ has led systems to change by embracing the values of Compassion, Leadership, Education, and Community through our network of more than 30,000 juvenile and family court professionals who share in the mission of this organization.
There will be plenary and breakout sessions on juvenile justice, trafficking, child welfare, court best practices, and innovative solutions. These are just some of the educational offerings of the 2026 National Conference on Juvenile Justice.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is designed for a wide range of disciplines and is open to all those interested in the improvement of child welfare and the juvenile justice system. We offer two registration rates – one for current NCJFCJ members and one for non-members.
Registration and Fees
| NCJFCJ Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|
| Until January 16, 2026 | $645.00 | $895.00 |
| By March 6, 2026 | $745.00 | $945.00 |
| After March 6, 2026 (late/onsite) | $795.00 | $995.00 |
Questions?
For questions or to register multiple participants, please contact Morgan Bullock, Accountant, NCJFCJ, at mbullock@ncjfcj.org or (775) 507-4801.
Questions regarding a proposal or the curriculum, please contact Emma Schiller Carpenter, Conference and Events Manager, NCJFCJ, at eschiller@ncjfcj.org or (775) 507-4831.
Payment/Cancellation Policy:
Payment is required upon registration. For conference participants, requests to cancel conference registration must be made in writing and received by email, fax, or postmarked by February 17, 2026, and will incur a $100 administrative fee.
Hotel and Travel Information
The 2026 National Conference on Juvenile Justice will be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis . The group rate is $189.00 per night for single or double occupancy not inclusive of city and occupancy taxes. There is no resort fee.
The booking link for the hotel is here or call 612-370-1234
Parking Information
- Valet parking is available for overnight guests for $52/night. Oversized vehicles are $65/night.
- Self parking is available at the Loring Parking Ramp, located next to the hotel at 1330 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
- The Loring Parking Ramp does not accept cash, and payment for parking is made directly to the garage upon exiting for $30/night. In-and-out privileges are possible for an additional $7 per night. Please bring your ticket to the front desk upon arrival if you wish to utilize in-and-out parking.
More parking information can be found here.
Travel Information
We are pleased to announce we have once again partnered with Southwest Airlines® for the 2026 National Conference on Juvenile Justice to offer attendees discounted fares.
To utilize the discount, book via SWABIZ® using this link. Discount valid for travel 3/11/2026 to 3/19/2026.
Schedule Overview
All times are in CDT
Sunday March 15, 2026
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Registration & Exhibit Set up
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Welcome Reception and Networking in Exhibit Hall
Monday March 16, 2026
7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Registration & Exhibits open
7:00 a.m. Networking, Coffee & Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m. Opening General Session
9:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Morning Breakout Sessions
1:30 p.m. General Session II
3:00 – 5:15 p.m. Afternoon Breakout Sessions
Tuesday March 17, 2026
7:30 a.m. Registration, Exhibits & Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m. General Session III
9:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Morning Breakout Sessions
1:30 p.m. General Session IV
3:00 – 5:15 p.m. Afternoon Breakout Sessions
Wednesday March 18, 2026
7:30 a.m. Registration, Exhibits & Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m. NCJFCJ Members Only Session
9:30 a.m. General Session VI
10:55 a.m. Closing General Session
12:15 p.m. Conference Concludes
Scholarship Applications
Apply for a scholarship to attend the 2026 National Conference on Juvenile Justice by January 9, 2026. If you have any questions please contact Emma Schiller Carpenter, eschiller@ncjfcj.org.
Sponsorship, Advertising, and Exhibitor Opportunities
We invite you to join the NCJFCJ’s 2026 National Conference on Juvenile Justice in Minneapolis!
Click Here For Sponsorship and Exhibitor Prospectus Click Here For Sponsorship and Exhibitor Application
If you have any questions or to secure your sponsorship now, please contact Ardis Parmer, ardis.parmer@gmail.com.