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Please join us at Safe Schools, Safe Communities: State Conference on LGBTQ+ Youth on April 14, 2026 in Madison, WI
SSSC2026 will feature a variety of speakers and workshops facilitated by local and regional experts focused around this year's theme, "We all have a role. What's yours?"
Adult early-bird registration runs through February 13th. Act now to reserve your spot at the discounted rate!
We are excited to announce that educator, bestselling author, activist and the first transgender NCAA D1 men's athlete, Schuyler Bailar, will be joining us as our morning keynote and breakout session presenter. Schuyler's books will be available for sale on site, and he will be signing over lunch.
Conference participants will gain critical skills, tools, knowledge, and connections to help lead and support efforts to create safer, more inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ youth across Wisconsin, with an emphasis on LGBTQ+ Youth of Color and Transgender and Nonbinary Youth. Our target audience includes youth leaders, families of LGBTQ+ youth, and adults who work with youth and their families.
Young people are encouraged to attend with their families or as delegates representing their school or community-based club. School and community groups bringing students should have one adult advisor or chaperone for every five students. Advisors/chaperones will be responsible for collecting and bringing completed youth registration forms and payment (if applicable) to the conference. To download a copy of the youth registration form visit this page, or contact Brian J.for more information.
We have a limited number of full and partial scholarships available to individuals wishing to attend SSSC2026. If you or an individual you are registering are in need of a scholarship, would prefer to register offline, need to be invoiced, or have additional questions please contact Sue.
Special Offer for SSSC 2026 Attendees
Conference guests can purchase a copy of GSAFE's Building Safe and Affirming K-12 Schools for LGBTQ+ Youth: A GSAFE Toolkit and Guide for Educators, Administrator, and Educator Support Professionals for a discounted conference price of $10!
