The Kenneth Young Center RSUPIC team delivers comprehensive, evidence-informed prevention education, staff development, and community capacity-building services designed to reduce risk factors and strengthen protective factors among youth and young adults.
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Guided by a commitment to equity, wellness, and empowerment, our mission is to equip communities, caregivers, educators, and youth-serving professionals with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to foster healthy development and prevent substance use.

Community-based
prevention strategies

Substance use
prevention

Mental health
and wellness
promotion

Youth and
school-based
prevention

Data-driven
interventions

Environmental
prevention approaches

April 15, 2026 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

CONFERENCE Agenda

9:00 AM

Registration and Coffee

Check-in and networking
9:30 AM

Opening Remarks

Welcome & Overview
11:00 AM

Session 1

Workshops & Focus Groups
12:00 PM

Session 2

Workshops & Focus Groups
1:30 PM

Lunch

Buffet or buffet lunch provided
2:45 PM

Session 3

Workshops & Focus Groups
4:00 PM

Session 4

Workshops & Focus Groups

Registration

Conference date:
April 15th, 2026
9:00am-5:00pm

Registration deadline:
April 1st, 2026

Cost:
FREE

‍Venue & Travel Location:
Moraine Business and Conference Center,
9000 W College Pkwy,
Palos Hills, IL 60465, United States

Register now

Why Attend?

Earn CEUs while strengthening trauma-informed, equity-centered prevention skills
Learn practical strategies you can apply in youth-serving settings
Connect with nonprofit and prevention professionals across sectors
Share best practices and build partnerships that support youth

FAQs

What is the date and time of the conference?

The conference will be held on April 15 from 9:00-5:00. Check-in starts at 8:00 AM.

Where is the conference being held?

Moraine Valley Community College in building M.

Do you have a map of where the conference will be held?

Yes, please click on the link to view the map of where the conference is being held, and to locate all the conference rooms.

Do I have to register in advance?

Registration in advance is required. Registration ends April 1. Use the link above to register.

How much is the conference?

This is a free one-day conference funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (IDHS) and the Cook County Department of Public Health.

How much is the cost to be an exhibitor?

There is a $100 fee to be a vendor. Submit an application, and someone from our team will get in touch with you to confirm approval and provide a link to pay the fee.

Is there food being provided?

A continental breakfast will begin at 8:30 AM, and lunch will be provided at 1:30.

Who can I contact if I have any additional questions?

Please email training@kennethyoung.org, and one of the team members will get in touch with you!

Community-based prevention strategies

Substance use prevention

Mental health and wellness promotion

Youth and school-based prevention

Data-driven interventions

Environmental prevention approaches