Future Prevention Leaders 2026

About the Conference

The Future Prevention Leaders Youth Conference is a one-day event focusing on substance use prevention and promoting wellness for high school students across Connecticut. This conference provides a unique opportunity for personal growth, skill-building, and connecting with others passionate about prevention.

Detailed schedule to come soon.

2026 Event Sponsors

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please contact Deborah ([email protected]) for more information.

What to Expect

• Inspiring speakers who will motivate you
• Engaging workshops and breakout sessions
• Opportunities to network with other students and mentors
• Interactive activities and discussions
• Resources and tools to support your prevention efforts
• A welcoming and inclusive environment

Don't miss this chance to connect with other young leaders, gain valuable insights, and make a lasting impact in your community. Register now for the Future Prevention Leaders Youth Conference 2026 and be part of the movement for positive change!

Please Read Important Information Before You Register

1. Each youth must attend the conference with an adult, and adults must stay at the conference for the entirety of the event. All youth and adult advisors must register in advance for the conference.

• Advisors are responsible for the transportation, safety and supervision of youth during the conference. We ask that advisors maintain no more than a 1:5 adult to youth ratio.

2. Advisors will complete registration and payment by credit card or check.

• Youth names, email addresses and parental/guardian contact information are needed at time of registration.
• A Youth and Parental Consent and Media Release Form MUST be completed for all youth attendees at time of registration.
• Youth must have a completed consent and media form prior to the day of the conference. Paper forms are available upon request. Each advisor and youth participant will individually complete Conference Information form.

3. The conference fee is $30 per youth (24 years and under) and $40 per adult. This includes all conference activities, lunch and snacks throughout the day.

• Limited scholarships available for students. Please contact Deborah Lake ([email protected]) for a scholarship application.
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available through the Connecticut Certification Board.
• Earlybird Prize: The first 100 youth registrants will be entered into a raffle for a special prize!

• Payments can be made via debit card, credit card or organizational check. The conference fee is $30 per youth (aged 24 years and under) and $40 per adult. This includes all conference activities, lunch and snacks throughout the day. All payments must be received no later than June 16th, 2026.

Contact Deborah Lake at [email protected] with any questions.

FUTURE PREVENTION LEADERS YOUTH CONFERENCE 2026

Attention, future prevention leaders! Get excited for the annual event designed specifically for high school students in Connecticut. Join us for a day filled with inspiration, learning, and forming new friendships as we explore the power of prevention together!

Conference Goals

• Empower You: We're here to celebrate and amplify your voice as a young leader. You have the power to make a positive impact in preventing substance misuse in your community!
• Inspire Action: Get inspired and motivated to take an active role in substance misuse prevention and become an advocate for a healthier community.
• Build Connections: Meet new friends and mentors in the prevention field. Collaborate, share ideas, and learn from each other!
• Gain Knowledge: Participate in engaging workshops that will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and resources to make a difference in substance misuse prevention.
• Amplify your voice: Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued!

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Host or Publisher The Governor's Prevention Partnership