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Creating more positive childhood experiences for every child means ensuring families have a voice in the decisions, programs, and systems that shape their lives. Join us March 2-4, 2027 in Durham, NC as we bring together family leaders, practitioners, community partners, and systems leaders from across North Carolina to strengthen how we work together to create the conditions for children and families to thrive.
Grounded in the Science of the Positive and the belief that family expertise is leadership, this year’s Summit is designed to move participants from learning and connection to shared action. Through lived expertise, practical learning, co-creation, and relationship-building, participants will explore what it takes to move beyond simply engaging with families toward cultivating authentic family leadership, sharing power, and creating opportunities for parents and caregivers to shape solutions.
Gain relationships, knowledge, tools, and strategies to elevate parent and family voice, partner more effectively with families and communities, and put family leadership into practice within organizations, communities, and systems. Together, we can create the conditions for more children across North Carolina to experience the relationships, environments, and opportunities that help build positive childhoods.
Registration
Registration for the 2027 Learning & Leadership Summit will open soon.
Want to be the first to know when registration is open and get a discount on your ticket? Join the Positive Childhood Alliance!
Ticket Rates:
Alliance Members: discounted entry rate of $365
Non-Alliance Members: $405
Download the Whova App
To ensure you’re ready for the Summit, download the Whova app and set up your free account ahead of time.
Use the Whova App ahead of and during the Summit to connect with other Summit participants, learn about sponsors and exhibitors, view presenter slides, and get real-time event updates.
Questions about accessing Whova? Feel free to reach out to us.
The Ally Awards – Who Should NC Celebrate?
Nominations are officially open for Positive Childhood Alliance NC’s 2027 Positive Childhood Ally Awards through January 15, 2027. Award recipients will be celebrated at the Awards Luncheon on March 4. Have someone in mind to nominate? Learn more about submitting a nomination in our blog.
Durham Convention Center
We’re looking forward to seeing all our Positive Childhood Allies at the Durham Convention Center, located at 301 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701.
Lodging
Positive Childhood Alliance NC has reserved room blocks for Summit Attendees at 3 hotels within walking distance of the Durham Convention Center. Book with the room block at The Durham Marriott City Center Hotel, Unscripted Hotel, or 21C Museum Hotel to receive a discounted rate.
- Durham Marriott City Center Hotel- stay tuned for booking link.
- Unscripted Hotel- stay tuned for booking link.
- 21C Museum Hotel- stay tuned for booking link.
Parking
If you are traveling and booking a hotel for the duration of the Summit, we recommend utilizing parking facilities at your hotel and walking to the Convention Center.
The Durham Convention Center is within walking distance of many public parking garages. The closest is the Durham Centre Garage, located just across the street at 300 W Morgan St. Metered on-street parking is also available. Learn more about parking in Downtown Durham from Park Durham.
Meals
Continental breakfast will be available to Summit participants on Tuesday morning. All three mornings will feature a pastry, fruit, coffee, and tea bar.
Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday will be at participants’ discretion, with a variety of local dining options nearby.
We look forward to presenting our 2027 Ally Awards at the awards luncheon on Thursday.
Want to meet up with Positive Childhood Allies for a local dinner? Connect via the Whova app ahead of time or during the Summit to make plans!
Explore Durham!
Durham, NC is a wonderful city with rich cultural history, delicious local dining, and activities for all to enjoy. Discover all Durham has to offer while you’re in town for the Summit.
Attending the Summit
Learn more about the venue, lodging, parking, and opportunities to explore Durham during your stay.
Additional Information
Agenda:
March 2, 2027: 8:30am-4:30pm
March 3, 2027: 8:30am-4:30pm
March 4, 2027: 8:30am-3pm
More details to come!
Take a Break
Sometimes learning is a lot, and we need time to process. The Summit will offer a dedicated space for participants to take some time to decompress.
Breastfeeding?
The Summit will offer a pumping space for nursing moms.
Questions?
Reach out to us if you have any questions or there’s anything we can clarify!