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Stronger Together 2.0: Partnering for a Better Future. Second Annual California Summit to Advance Early Intervention for All Young Children.
Event Summary
The Early Intervention Summit: A Call to Collective Action.
The earliest years of life offer our greatest opportunity to build strong foundations for lifelong success. This Summit brings together leaders in health, education, social services, and policy to advance integrated, preventive strategies that support optimal child development and thriving communities. Early intervention is not just a strategy—it’s a powerful investment in human potential and public well-being. Together, we can create lasting impact, reduce long-term burdens, and shape a healthier, more resilient future for all.
Date: October 23, 2026
Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Location: Carlsen Center. 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819. Sac State Library, Room 1520
8:30-8:45: Welcome
8:45-9:45: Keynote-Paul Dworkin, MD Help Me Grow National Center
9:45-10:00: Break
10:45 - 11:30: Panel 1 [Families & Caregivers]
11:30-12:00: Blue Ribbon Announcement (Intro/Bios of members/Charter)
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-1:15: Raffle
1:30-2:15: Workgroups [Education, Training, and Workforce Priorities]
2:15-2:30: Break
2:30-3:15: Panel 2 [Workforce]
3:15 - 3:30: Closing/CHPPR Announcements
This event is co-sponsored by the Center for Health Practice, Policy, & Research (CHPPR) at Sacramento State, the California Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CSHA), and the Infant Development Association (IDA).
Registration
Register for the EI Summit Waitlist
The event will have wheelchair accessible seating and vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options will be provided.
If you require ASL/English Interpreters or Closed Captions or other accommodations to attend this event, please email ashort@csus.edu by February 13, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Eligible CEUs
A certificate of attendance will be provided. Please keep it as proof of attendance. CHPPR does not seek pre-approval for continuing professional development. Contact your individual professional organization about eligibility for CEUs.
It has been determined that this conference meets the qualifications for 6 hours of professional development credit/continuing education units (CEUs) for the following listed organizations:
A special rate is available from October 23-25 at the Hampton Inn & Suites Sacramento at CSUS for Summit attendees who are seeking lodging options
On the link below travelers can select own travel dates as preferred.
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