With more than 100 Clubhouses in 20 countries around the world, The Clubhouse Network believes deeply in the importance of professional development for staff, and therefore organizes an Annual Conference for the Clubhouse Community to come together, build skills, share ideas, reflect on experiences, and plan for the future. Over 150 Clubhouse staff, Directors, and partners from academia, research, government, and the corporate sector typically attend.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2020
Deepening our Commitment to Inclusive Youth Leadership
LOCATION: Westin Hotel, Canal Place, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
DATES: March 30 – April 1
CALL FOR SESSION PROPOSALS
We are now accepting session proposals for the 2020 Annual Conference. This is open only to conference attendees.
Proposals are due February 3.
Complete this form to propose a session
Learn more about Proposing a Session
HOTEL INFORMATION
The conference will be held at the Westin Canal Place Hotel, 100 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA, USA 70130.
A block of rooms has been reserved for participants from Sunday, March 29, 2020, through Thursday, April 2, 2020, at the discounted rate of $189 + taxes USD.
To make reservations, call 1 (504) 566-7006 and reference “The Clubhouse Network Annual Conference” or RESERVE ONLINE.
Deadline for Reservation is March 2, 2020.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
This year all conference attendees will follow one general schedule.
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Registration: 1 PM – 6 PM
Welcome Reception: 6 PM – 8 PM
Monday, March 30, 2020
First day of Conference: 9 AM – 5 PM
Annual Party Celebration: 6 PM – 9 PM
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Second Day of Conference: 9 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Final Day of Conference: 9 AM – 5 PM
Thursday, April 2, 2020
Post Conference: Half Day – 9 AM – 12 PM; Full Day, 9 AM – 4 PM
PROJECT FAIR AND COMMUNITY SHOWCASE
An opportunity for staff to share and showcase the work produced by Clubhouse and Teen Tech Center Youth, celebrating the rich diversity of our Network.
DATES FOR THE FAIR
Tuesday, March 31: LATIN AMERICA, WEST COAST, ASIA PACIFIC, SOUTHEAST
Wednesday, April 1: EMEA, APAC, NORTHEAST, MIDWEST, SOUTHWEST
Each Clubhouse and Best Buy Teen Tech Center will be assigned a 6 ft table to display all items. For more information about the Fair, please contact Lynn Murray at lmurray@theclubhousenetwork.org.
2020 PRESENTING SPONSORS
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Clubhouse Network’s Annual Conference brings together youth development professionals and STEAM educators from around the world, as well as partners from academia, research, government, and the corporate sectors. Sponsorship is one of the best ways to gain visibility and exposure to our engaged community, connect with decision-makers, enhance your company’s outreach, and demonstrate your leadership. Learn more about Annual Conference sponsorship opportunities .
Please contact Gail Breslow, Executive Director at gbreslow@theclubhousenetwork.org or (617) 318-3470.