Conference Overview


You don’t want to miss the 27th Annual International Father and Family Practitioners Conference, the longest-running conference in the responsible fatherhood field. This year's theme is Making a Difference for Generations to come and it will be hosted in person, in our nation’s capital! Join us as we gather to strengthen the community of responsible fatherhood practitioners worldwide, discuss and share ideas on the essential role of fathers in families to reduce child poverty and collaborate on the future direction of the fatherhood field. Register today to learn from experienced professionals, connect with new leaders in the field, and honor those well deserving champions of this work at the Spirit of Fatherhood Hall of Fame awards luncheon. Continuing education units (CEUs) are available for participation in the conference. There are many reasons to make your way to DC for this conference. Stay tuned for more details. Don't wait, take action now and secure your spot.

Agenda


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Registration


Conference admission includes access to conference plenary sessions, workshops (up to 3 selections per person), and three (3) meals (breakfast on Monday, June 2nd, breakfast and dinner on June 3rd). All other meals are on your own. For the detailed agenda, including workshop descriptions click here.

Registrants are responsible for their own travel and lodging accommodations. However, a group rate has been established (slots are limited).

 Purchase Orders are welcome for registrations, sponsorships, and exhibits. Call the NPCL office at (202) 600-7817 if P.O. processing is desired for your conference participation. 

  All Sales are Final. No Refunds 

 

Event Location and Travel information


Conference meetings and workshops will be held at the The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. This is also the recommended hotel for this conference. However, there are many other options in the area. We recommend booking your room early. Group rates at the Bethesdan are available for a limited time. If you need assistance, please call the NPCL office at 202-600-7817 and leave a detailed message, including your name and the dates/ nights you need.

If you are traveling from outside of the D.C. metro area, there are three major airports to consider: Washington National (DCA), Baltimore-Washington International (BWI), and Dulles (IAD). Washington National Airport is the closest (miles and drive time), but BWI and Dulles are good options also. There’s much to see and do in the Washington Metropolitan area. The conference planning committee will provide more details on area attractions as we get closer to the event start date.

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