CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
This isn’t just another conference — it’s an experience often described as “magical.” While we feature dynamic speakers, best practices, and creative idea exchanges like many others, what truly sets us apart is the powerful sense of connection, support, and community. Here are some tangible highlights:
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Support for Families
Connect with other families impacted by incarceration. Share stories, build lifelong friendships, and find strength through community.
Global Experts
Engage with international voices from criminal justice, social services, academia, ministry, and lived experience — including formerly incarcerated individuals and family members.
Collaborative Networking
Join one-on-one and small group discussions with nonprofit leaders, government agencies, advocates, victims and families to explore partnerships and innovative solutions.
Exhibitor Showcase
Discover resources from a range of authors, speakers, organizations both inside and outside the carceral system. Interested in showcasing? Contact us: info@prisonersfamilyconference.org
Social Connections
Stay connected before, during, and after the event! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube (#PrisonersFC) to join the conversation. Prisoner’s Family Conference Facebook page
Advocacy in Action
Get involved in coalition meetings focused on justice reform. Combine your voice with others to create real change.
International Coalition for Children with Incarcerated Parents (INCCIP)
Born from this conference, International Coalition for Children with Incarcerated Parents addresses global issues affecting children with incarcerated parents. It now hosts its own events and fosters international collaboration.
For Professionals & Students
Ideal for those working in or studying criminal justice, social work, education, and related fields. Participate in guided discussions with those directly impacted.
Prison Families Alliance
Prison Families Alliance (PFA)was formed through connections made at our conference. Their mission is to support families and children with loved ones in the criminal justice system, offering online support groups that address real-life challenges they face.
And So Much More
Some things can only be felt in person. And so, so much more that can only be felt! Click here to listen to the experiences of some previous conference attendees.
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