Share Your Story
Share Your Story at NAA26 Convention
The National AfterSchool Association (NAA) is now accepting proposals for the 2026 NAA Convention, taking place March 11–14, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in the Washington, D.C. area.
Do you have innovative ideas, proven practices, or inspiring stories to share with the afterschool and out-of-school time community? You are invited to submit a proposal during NAA’s Call for Presenters, open September 8 – October 20, 2025.
This year’s convention theme, “Dream. Dare. Do.”, will highlight the creativity, courage, and commitment of professionals who are shaping brighter futures for young people.
Visit the Call for Presenters page to learn more about session types, the review rubric, and FAQs, and to submit your proposal
Please consider sharing your expertise, or passing this opportunity along to someone you know who would make a great presenter.
NAA 2026 Conference: Dream Dare Do!
The National AfterSchool Association invites you to submit a proposal to present at NAA26 Convention, March 11–14, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in the Washington, D.C. area. Our proposal portal is now open through midnight on October 20, and there is no better chance to share your story, expertise, or experience with like-minded colleagues than as a presenter at NAA26.
Each year, NAA Convention brings together thousands of afterschool and youth development professionals and leaders to connect, learn, and be inspired. With the 2026 theme Dream. Dare. Do., NAA26 calls on presenters and participants to imagine bold futures for young people and the field, take courageous steps forward, and act with purpose and power.
We seek diverse content, varied formats, and both experienced and emerging presenters to provide engaging, practical learning experiences. A strong session will not only share knowledge but also center participants, equip them with tools and strategies they can use immediately, and spark ideas that advance our field.
This year, Convention will also include a special collaboration with the Afterschool Alliance, featuring policy-aligned sessions throughout the convention, as well as the Afterschool for All Challenge. Now more than ever, our members are seeking actionable, relevant information about advocacy, research, and policy!
As past presenter Jen Curry of Change Impact shared: “NAA provides the biggest stage in youth development each year for sharing things I’ve learned that I think are helpful to others in our sector. It’s a great opportunity to not only teach, but to learn from colleagues from across the country.”
To support your proposal, we’ve created resources to guide you:
Additionally, consider joining our informational webinar on Wednesday, October 1 at 2 p.m. Eastern. More information will be provided soon.
Deadline to submit: October 20, 2025