Building Hope for Children Conference in South Carolina
Building Hope for Children Conference 2026
Coming to Columbia
August 19-20, 2026
Promise of Hope. Power of Prevention.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered through South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (AHEC).
Hope sustains our commitment to prevention and healing. It reminds us that families can grow stronger, cycles of harm can be broken, and children can thrive when surrounded by the right support.
Join fellow professionals, advocates, and leaders for South Carolina’s Premier event for professionals committed to preventing child abuse and neglect. Held every other year, this event brings together experts, practitioners, non-profit leaders, social workers, and child advocates who work to shape the future of child and family well-being across the state.
What to Expect?
At this year’s conference, you will:
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Explore innovative, evidence-based prevention strategies
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Learn from experts and peers advancing family strengthening initiatives
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Build partnerships that expand impact across communities
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Leave re-energized, equipped and inspired for your work that can be demanding and emotionally heavy
Who Should Attend?
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this conference is tailored for those working in local non-profits, community-based organizations, child welfare, education, healthcare, mental health, childcare and faith-based organizations.
Grounded by hope and driven by action, be a part of the movement that fuels prevention, strengthens systems and transforms lives.
Share Your Knowledge and Expertise
Become a Presenter
Children’s Trust is seeking proposals for conference sessions that address the prevention of child abuse and neglect or the promotion of child and family well-being, working within the theme of the promise of hope and the power of prevention. We are looking for fresh, relevant content tailored to attendees that raises awareness, prompts action, or supports infrastructure and system-building for the sustainability of prevention efforts.
All sessions will be 60 minutes in length, and presenters will receive complimentary event registration, with a maximum of two registrations per session.
Submission deadline extension: Monday, March 9. Children’s Trust will notify presenters of selected sessions in mid-April.
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August 18
Pre-Conference Funded Partner Gathering
The first day features an exclusive pre-conference gathering for Children’s Trust funded partners, focusing on strengthening collaboration, strategy and partnerships, laying the foundation for the next two powerful days of learning and inspiration. Our pre-conference sessions are invitation-only.
Attendees with questions should contact their Children’s Trust program coordinator.
Sponsor the Conference
Join us as a conference sponsor to gain visibility for your organization while uplifting South Carolina’s child- and family-serving professionals. Multiple packages are available to fit your budget. Your support will help attendees hone their skills and strengthen their commitment to this important work.
Sponsorship Opportunities (PDF) ›
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