Leadership Conference

Our 2025 Leadership Conference was truly one of our best yet! 

We gathered in Albany at the Crowne Plaza Desmond and welcomed over 200 attendees from eight states and even one
international guest, making this our largest conference to date. It was inspiring to see so many multidisciplinary team members and
child advocacy professionals come together to connect, learn, and strengthen their work supporting children and families. 

We kicked off the conference with keynote speaker Derek Clark, The Rapping Dad. His story and message about resilience, purpose,
and leadership really set the tone for the event and resonated with attendees from across CACs and MDTs. 

With more than 25 sessions offered, participants explored a wide range of topics central to child advocacy and multidisciplinary teamwork.
From best practices in collaboration to practical tools for strengthening case work, each session provided opportunities for learning,
discussion, and skill-building!

We closed the conference with Jen Henry, who spoke about the power of adaptable communication. Her session was a powerful reminder
that effective collaboration within MDTs and CACs requires flexibility, awareness, and the ability to connect across different professional perspectives.

Thank you to our speakers, sponsors, and every attendee who made the 2025 NYSCA Leadership Conference our biggest and most successful yet!

We are excited to build on the momentum from Albany and continue supporting strong, collaborative teams that make a difference for children and families. We look forward to seeing you in 2026!

Save the Date!

We’re excited to announce that this year’s NYSCA Leadership Conference
is heading back to Saratoga Springs, NY!

Tuesday, October 27 – Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Pre-Conference Session: Monday, October 26, 2026

 Embassy Suites, Saratoga Springs, NY

Mark your calendars and get ready for another great opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate
with CAC and MDT professionals from across the region.

Stay tuned for registration details coming soon!