40 Years Strong: Rooted in Purpose, Reaching for Potential
Elevating Leaders, Branching Beyond, Growing Futures
Celebrate forty years of supporting afterschool programs at our annual statewide conference on March 7, 2026 at Heartland Community College in Normal, Illinois. This year, we honor four decades of supporting afterschool programs and look ahead to the future of youth development.
- For Established Organizational Leaders: Strengthen your impact and help cultivate the next generation of leaders to ensure lasting organizational sustainability.
- For Program Managers: Discover innovative ways to expand your offerings and explore fresh opportunities for families.
- For Youth Serving New Staff: Build a solid foundation with best practices that create enriching environments for youth to thrive.
Join us for a day of inspiration, professional growth, and community connection as we continue to shape the future of afterschool together!
Members enjoy a discounted registration: $100
Non-Members registration: $150
Become a member for $25 an individual or as an organization for $120 (which covers four members) and save money on the conference! Membership Application link HERE.
Learn about the Schedule and Speakers HERE
***Register for the IAN 2026 Conference HERE.***
Download the Conference flyer here. (PDF) Conference flyer Espanol Aqui (PDF)
Our 2026 Sponsors
