We are happy to announce RiseUp is set for October 8, 2026. This conference targets educators, social workers, mentors, and caregivers for children and families, alongside anyone dedicated to enhancing the welfare of vulnerable populations within their communities. The primary objective of this conference is to educate participants on trauma and trauma-informed care, equipping them with strategies for personal application as caregivers, as well as methods for implementing trauma-informed care in support of at-risk children and families. Past themes have included: A Journey to Trauma Recovery and A Pathway to Resilience. The conference will feature keynote speakers with several breakout sessions run by professionals in the field.
This year’s theme is: From Healing to Thriving.
Topics we are Looking to Cover
- Trauma-informed care
- Secondary trauma for professionals
- LGBTQIA+
- Provider self-care and burnout prevention
- Mental disorders (such as ADHD, ASD, PTSD, OCD, etc.)
- Suicide prevention
- Substance abuse
- De-escalation strategies within the classroom
- Transforming trauma into leadership, advocacy, and change
About the Conference
- This is an all-day event from 8:00 am to 5:00pm.
- We expect about 300 attendees.
- The event will take place at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA.
If RiseUp is a conference you’d like to be considered for, apply below. Any questions can be directed to RiseUp@helixhumanservices.org