Annual Male Engagement Conference
October 20th - 23rd, 2026 | Hickory, NC
Days
Hours
NCHSA's annual conferences are devoted all things Head Start. The annual Male Engagement Conference brings the Head Start community together for sharing knowledge, networking with peers, and celebrating achievements.
Conference Location
Hickory Metro Convention Center
1960 13th Ave Dr SE | Hickory, NC 28602
Call for Papers
The North Carolina Head Start Association (NCHSA) invites you to submit a proposal for presentation at our Annual Male Engagement Conference. Our conferences provide the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues and gain insight from noted speakers and knowledgeable presenters addressing key issues, quality initiatives, and best practices.
Our training conferences are uniquely designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of the Head Start community. Selection of proposals will be made by our T&TA team. Once a proposal has been approved, the Lead Presenter will receive notification of our decision.
The committee will meet on August 19, 2026 and trainers will be notified by the week of September 8, 2026
Training categories include:
- Program Design & Management
- Early Care & Development
- Family Engagement & Parenting
- Mental Health & Well-being
- Fathers and Families