# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Social Services Conference - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: All day conference focusing on a community based approach to elevating family voice.About this EventPlease join the Tri-City Social Services Committee of Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI) and the International Social Worker Exchange Partnership (ISWEP) for the 2026 social services conference.This year's conference theme is as follows:A Community-Based Approach to Elevating Family Voices, Strength-Based Practice, and Complex Systems is a global learning exchange designed to move practice beyond silos.Chicago and Hamburg social workers, practitioners, scholars, and other helping professionals will examine how child welfare, mental health, human trafficking, social justice, substance use, and immigration systems intersect in the lives of families.The conference invites participants to reimagine service delivery through trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and strength-based frameworks.By centering community wisdom and cross-national collaboration, the gathering aims to spark innovation and shared responsibility. Attendees can expect meaningful dialogue, actionable strategies, and a renewed commitment to family-centered systems change.Details:Thursday, July 16, 20268:00 am - 4:00 pmKennedy-King College, U - Building, 740 W. 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60621Lunch will be providedThere will also be an opportunity for working professionals to obtain CEUs. The conference will offer 6 CEUsProfessional Ticket - $150Invest in your professional growth while engaging in a meaningful international exchange of ideas and practice. This ticket includes 6.5 CEUs for all applicable professions, a delicious catered meal prepared by the venue's premier culinary team, and full access to a day of dynamic presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to connect with social work and human services professionals from both Chicago and Hamburg, Germany, explore vendor resources, and participate in all conference sessions and activities.Included:6.5 CEUs (for all applicable professions)Catered mealAccess to all conference presentations and activitiesNetworking opportunities with Chicago and Hamburg delegatesAccess to exhibitors and vendorsInternational collaboration and learning opportunitiesStudent Ticket - $50Designed for the next generation of leaders, advocates, and changemakers, the Student Ticket provides an affordable opportunity to engage with professionals, educators, and international delegates while exploring innovative approaches to social work and human services. Open to students currently enrolled in an academic program, this ticket includes a meal and full access to conference presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities.Included:One mealAccess to all conference presentations and activitiesOpportunities to connect with professionals and international delegatesAccess to exhibitors and vendorsExposure to emerging practices, leadership perspectives, and global collaborationFor Vendors and Sponsors:If you are a vendor looking to table at the conference, please purchase a Vendor Showcasing Ticket.If you are looking to sponsor, please view our sponsorship levels on our ticketing page.For conference questions, email ISWEP1996@gmail.com https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e69c4650-7d6b-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w592-h740-dcfeffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/2026-social-services-conference/100001984892235107 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, health-wellness, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours - Location: Kennedy-King College - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 40, max: 5000, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Kennedy-King College - **lat**: 41.7801852 - **long**: -87.6438665 - **full address**: Kennedy-King College, 740 West 63rd Street, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Social Services Conference - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/0eeb6f4989f277087cd6e1cdae34e672c9c265e8e15637831da80e5acbadef68-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781674929 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Social Services Conference being held? - **A:** 2026 Social Services Conference takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Kennedy-King College, 740 West 63rd Street, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Social Services Conference? - **A:** 2026 Social Services Conference is organized by Tri- City Social Services Committee of CSCI. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Social Services Conference is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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