The DCYF Office of Tribal Relations (OTR) is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 7th Annual ICYF conference.
This free, virtual conference will take place Nov. 4 and 5, 2026, and is open to Tribal Nations and partners, DCYF staff, caregivers, and professionals serving Native children and families. This year’s theme – The Path Forward: Connection, Healing, and Resilience – invites participants to explore the question: How do we move forward towards healing and positive change while remaining connected with one another?
The conference will feature community leaders, subject matter experts, and advocates who are actively creating pathways toward positive change in their communities and across the Northwest.
Presenters will include representatives from several Tribal Nation programs, including Quinault Tribal Court and Tribal Family & Youth Services of Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes. Sessions will explore how Tribal courts and child welfare programs can support improved outcomes for Native children and families.
The conference will also highlight the innovative, community-driven approaches to addressing maternal health care gaps and early intervention. Featured presenters will include: Ttáwaxt Birth Justice Center and Lummi Child Welfare. Leaders supporting Native youth mental health and wellness will also participate, including representatives from the Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations.
OTR is honored to host this inspiring group of Tribal leaders, organizations, and community partners working to strengthen connection, advance healing, and build resilience for Native children, youth, and families.
Visit the ICYF webpage for registration and conference information.
