CWLA 2026 Conference

The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) will host their 2026 conference from April 20 to April 22, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia. This conference is a national gathering of policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and advocates focused on improving outcomes for children and families across systems. With sessions on prevention, family engagement, early intervention, and cross-system collaboration, the CWLA conference provides a platform to share evidence-informed practices and build partnerships. TANF program staff can connect with child welfare and community leaders to explore cross-system strategies that support both family stability and economic self-sufficiency and discover innovative tools and frameworks that can enhance services for families navigating work, caregiving, and wellbeing. There is a registration fee for participation.