Annually, KCSL presents the most comprehensive conference in Kansas about the prevention of child maltreatment. The Governor’s Conference focuses on education, networking, recognition and addressing key issues regarding child abuse and neglect. KCSL is committed to featuring the best speakers the field has to offer and addressing current topics and issues throughout the conference. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conference—Registration is open!!
Secure your spot today for the 2025 Governor’s Conference for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect. The cost is $375 per attendee.
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Don’t miss your chance to RECHARGE your skills, connections and commitment to strengthening families through prevention.
49th Annual Governor’s Conference for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect
Oct. 28–30, 2025 | Hyatt Regency Wichita
Kansas’ leading prevention conference returns this fall. Join us for three days of learning, inspiration and connection as we recharge our commitment to strengthening families through prevention. With keynote addresses from Anthony Barrows and Ellen M. Drolette, plus in-depth institute sessions, interactive workshops, networking opportunities and recognition for outstanding professionals, this conference will leave you re-energized to continue the work that protects children and strengthens communities.
Hyatt Regency Wichita
400 W. Waterman St., Wichita, KS 67202
Stay connected at the conference hotel, located on the riverfront in downtown Wichita. KCSL has secured special rates for conference attendees.
Rooms are limited, and the conference hotel rates close Oct. 13. Book early to ensure your stay throughout the conference.
Reinforce your knowledge and skills with three days of interactive learning and networking.
Tuesday, Oct. 28
Wednesday, Oct. 29
Thursday, Oct. 30
Stay organized and make the most of your conference experience with our official app (iOS and Android). Features include a personalized agenda, speaker bios, session materials and networking tools.
DOWNLOAD NOWThank you to everyone who submitted workshop proposals. The call closed Aug. 2.
Support strong families and safe kids by sponsoring or exhibiting at the Governor’s Conference for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect! Your support helps KCSL provide high-quality professional development to those working with and on behalf of the 700,000+ children growing up in Kansas. Showcase your brand, build meaningful relationships and join the movement to give every child a safe, healthy future. Complete the contact form below to get started.
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Almost 50 years ago, child abuse prevention leaders in Kansas established Prevent Child Abuse Kansas as it is known today and held the first state conference on child abuse prevention. In the early 1970s, the Family Life Achievement Center in Chicago decided to focus on the prevention of child abuse and formed a fifty-state, nonprofit organization known as Prevent Child Abuse America today. Kansas was chosen as the first chapter location in 1976 and the first-ever Governor’s Conference was held in the fall later that year. KCSL became the Prevent Child Abuse of Kansas chapter in 1993, thus overseeing the Governor’s Conference since. The Governor’s Conference ensures professionals working with children have proper training in the field of child abuse and neglect.
