EMBRACING CHANGE: Juvenile Symposium
About this Event
Connect, learn and collaborate with professionals dedicated to supporting youth and families.
Through inspiring speakers and breakout sessions, discover practical strategies and resources to support local youth.
Event Details
Date: October 8, 2026
Doors Open: 8:30 AM
Location:
Road to Life Church
7056 W 450 N
Michigan City, IN
Save the Date!
Registration opens soon. Be sure to follow the event on Facebook for registration details, important announcements and event updates: Juvenile Symposium Facebook Event
Thank you to our event sponsors, this event is free to attend and includes:
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch
- Youth & Family Resource Fair
- Complimentary attendee gift
- 5 CEUs for LSW, LCSW, LMFT and LMHC
- Networking opportunities with professionals from across the region
Keynote Presentation: Embracing Change
Judge Mary Beth Bonaventura
Gain valuable insight into navigating change and strengthening the systems that support children, youth and families.
Breakout Sessions
Learn From Leaders in the Field
Choose from one of four expert-led breakout sessions and gain practical strategies you can apply in your work.
- Personal Performance & Professional Growth, Mallori DeSalle
- Improving Outcomes for Youth, Families & Communities, Dr. LeRoy Burgess
- Performance Improvement in Practice, School Care Team
- Real-World Courtroom Scenarios, LaPorte Circuit Court
Youth & Family Resource Fair
Connect with local agencies, providers and organizations serving youth and families throughout the day. Discover community resources, build partnerships and learn about programs available throughout the region.
Who Should Attend?
If you work with children and teens, this is your space to learn and collaborate:
- Educators and school staff
- Behavioral health professionals and social workers
- Law enforcement and first responders
- Youth program leaders
- Court professionals
- Juvenile justice partners
- Community service providers
What You Can Expect
Leave inspired with practical tools, fresh perspectives and meaningful connections that will strengthen your work with children, teens and families. Through engaging presentations, interactive breakout sessions and networking opportunities, you'll gain tools you can put into action right away.
5 CEUs will be provided through the Indiana Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselor Board to provide Category 1 Continuing Education Programs for LSW, LCSW, LMFT and LMHC.
Questions?
Please contact: Tyler Washluske
LaPorte County Juvenile Justice Steering Committee
[email protected]
219-874-5611 ext. 2515
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00
