Leadership Conference
2025 NYSCA Leadership Conference
Date: October 27-29, 2025
Location: The Desmond Hotel Crown Plaza
660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211
REGISTER HERE
CONFERENCE COST:
$295 Non-NYSCA Member Rate
TEAM OF FOUR (non-member): $255 per person
$220 NYSCA Member Rate
TEAM OF FOUR (member rate): $180 per person
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Welcome to the 2025 NYSCA Leadership Conference!
Hosted by the New York State Children’s Alliance, this annual gathering is designed for the CACs, by the CACs, bringing together experts from across the state to share knowledge, build skills, and strengthen the network of care for children and families.
This year’s conference features more than 25 expert-led sessions covering clinical best practices, advocacy, prevention, courtroom preparation, team coordination, and leadership development.
Many sessions offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for eligible attendees, and selected workshops provide Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits for practicing attorneys!
2025 Keynote Speaker: Derek Clark-"The Rapping Dad"
Join us for an unforgettable keynote session with Derek Clark, also known as The Rapping Dad. His powerful story and unique presentation style will leave you motivated and inspired!
The conference will be held at the Crowne Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel, a spacious and welcoming venue that brings CACs and MDTs together under one roof to connect, learn, and lead as a unified community!
Registration is now open! Space in each session is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experts, collaborate with colleagues, and advance your professional growth while making a lasting impact in the field of child advocacy. REGISTER HERE
Before the conference kicks off, join us for the FORECAST Pre-Conference Training
Monday, October 27, from 2:00pm to 5:30pm. This interactive session is designed for all members of the MDT and CACs, providing a unique opportunity to strengthen collaboration, build shared practices, and enhance your response to child abuse across New York State. This session is only open to attendees of the 2025 Leadership Conference. Separate registration is required, and space is limited. Pre-Conference Registration HERE.
Stay Informed! Sign up for our email newsletter to receive the latest updates about the conference, including speaker announcements, workshop details, and more. Sign up link HERE.
Contact Us! Questions or concerns please contact: Paige Potter, Director of Training & Development ppotter@nyschildrensalliance.org
New York State Children’s Alliance, Inc., 7954 Transit Road, #244, Williamsville, NY 14221
Sponsorship Opportunities available HERE.
For the first time ever, we are offering exhibitor tables at the conference!
This is a great opportunity for organizations, vendors, and service providers
to showcase resources, tools, and programs that support the work of
CACs and MDTs across New York State.