• 2026 Mesa County Summit on Hope

  • Call for Proposals

     

    September 28 - 29, 2026
    University Center - Colorado Mesa University
    1100 North Avenue
    Grand Junction, Colorado 81501
    8 am - 5 pm

  • The Mesa County Community Summit is an annual event designed to unite and uplift those serving children and families by providing a space for learning, connection, and renewal — because together, we create what none of us can create alone.

    We are excited to invite passionate leaders, practitioners, educators, advocates, and community partners to submit a proposal to speak at the upcoming Mesa County Community Summit, centered on the powerful theme of Hope.  This year’s theme calls us to reflect on what sustains our work, reconnect with our shared mission, and renew our commitment to the children and families we serve.

    Presentation topics may include, but are not limited to:

    • Reignite hope in challenging environments
    • Help professionals reconnect to their “why”
    • Build resilience and prevent burnout
    • Share bold, innovative solutions
    • Lead from where you are with strength, resilience, and purpose

    Bring your bold ideas. Share what’s working. Challenge us to think bigger.

    Join us in creating a Summit experience that restores energy and deepens purpose.

     

    Session length: 75 minutes

    (If your session requires more time, please include the length of time needed in the Description of Session box below.  We will plan for you to present over 2 workshop slots with a 15 minute break mid-session).

     

    Additional Information: 

    We encourage hands-on, interactive presentations focused on knowledge
    sharing, skill development, and practical application. Presentations should
    cultivate inclusive, respectful, and thought-provoking discussions that
    spark a sense of hope.

    The deadline for submitting a session proposal is May 1, 2026.

    You will be contacted via email by June 15, 2026 if your proposal was accepted.  Additional information and specific details about your scheduled presentation date and time will follow.

    Presenters will receive complimentary conference registration for up to two presenters.

    Questions? Email us at childwelfaresummit@mesacounty.us.

  • Proposal Submission

  • *All fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are required.


  • Other Presenters (if applicable): please list the names and emails of co-presenters

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  • Presentation space includes LCD projectors and screens, speaker system, HDMI inputs or PC computer station, microphones, and WiFi.

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