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The PAM Conference provides attendees with learning opportunities about relevant issues, programs, and resources related to parents and families. Offering 5 CEUs.

Who should attend?

Parents and individuals who work with parents and families, educators, service providers, school personnel, parent networks, coalition members, parent leaders, volunteers, and anyone interested in parenting.

Details:

Monday November 9th, 2026
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

James B. Henry Center for Excellence
3535 Forest Rd.
Lansing, MI  48910

Hotel Accommodations

Hotel accommodations are available at Candlewood Suites (connected to the Henry Center), Studio Suite (offering a full kitchen in the room).

A discounted rate of $104 per night is available for conference attendees.
The reservation deadline is October 8, 2026.
Use the block code: APA when reserving.
Call (517) 351-8181 to make your reservation.
We encourage guests to book directly with the hotel as soon as possible, as availability is limited and rooms may fill quickly.
  

Look below to meet our keynote speaker in the Keynote Tab!

Contact Sara Kirkpatrick sarak@preventionnetwork.org with any questions.


Frequently Asked Questions

Hotel Accommodations

For your convenience, we recommend Candlewood Suites East Lansing by IHG, located within walking distance of the conference venue.

A discounted rate of $104 per night is available for conference attendees.

Reservation deadline: October 8, 2026
Block Code: APA

Call (517) 351-8181 to make your reservation.

We encourage guests to book directly with the hotel as soon as possible, as availability is limited and rooms may fill quickly.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Saras Kirkpatrick, PAM Program Coordinator, at sarak@preventionnetwork.org

 

Visit our conference landing page with updated information regarding the current conference, and sign up for updates from PAM to get information for future conferences. Email sarak@preventionnetwork.org to join the network.



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32nd Annual Parenting Awareness Michigan Conference