Office of Children's Services
14th Annual Commonwealth of Virginia CSA Conference - The Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center - Roanoke, Virginia - October 15-16, 2025
About the Conference
Welcome to the 14th Annual Commonwealth of Virginia Children's Services Act Conference! This year's theme is "Elevating Youth Voices: Stepping Into the Future." We are collaborating with the next generation of leaders to drive change through their lived experiences. Our goal is to highlight the voices and experiences of youth and young adults who have navigated various child-serving systems. By bridging gaps and empowering this generation of changemakers, we hope to reinforce the value of the system of care while also challenging participants to take their efforts to the next level through honest self-reflection and exposure to content that aligns with the overall mission of the CSA: "Empowering Communities to Serve Youth."
Please join us on October 15-16, 2025, for two days of impactful training, vendor visits, and activities focused on the resilience of Virginia's CSA community. We will explore changes in child welfare arising from various initiatives and national trends, along with evidence-based practices that promote positive outcomes in engaging youth and families in our work.
We are excited to offer sessions on service innovations, self-care, family-driven practices, and more. To enhance your conference experience and engagement, we have implemented an interactive mobile application called Guidebook. This conference will equip members of the CSA network with the skills, information, and tools necessary to continue their important work, embrace new opportunities, and confidently face the challenges that lie ahead now and in the future.
Who Should Attend The Conference
Participants (including State Executive Council, State and Local Advisory Team) can expect to receive information and training that will assist them in achieving the mission and vision of CSA. Workshops are designed for local government representatives responsible for implementation of the CSA. Sessions are designed to meet the specific needs of CPMT members (e.g., local government administrators, agency heads, private provider representatives, and parent representatives), FAPT members, CSA Coordinators, community partners, and stakeholders.
Timeline
April 1 – July 15, 2025 – Solicitation of conference breakout sessions
May 12, 2025 – Lodging Blocks open
May 12, 2025 – Conference Registration opens for Sponsors and Participants
August 4, 2025 – Notifications sent out regarding selected conference breakout sessions
CONTACT: Liz Fillman, Virginia Tech Richmond Center
Email: lfillman@vt.edu