Conference Hosts SD Unified Judicial System, Sanford Health-Child’s Voice, and Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment invite you to join the effort to end child maltreatment. The Community Response to Child Abuse Conference is a gathering of more than 500 multidisciplinary team members from across South Dakota and the region. National and local experts provide information on best practices that will help professionals and the public better understand child abuse and strengthen response efforts.

Save the Date: Thursday, October 2 and Friday, October 3, 2025

This conference is ideal for:

  • Medical Providers
  • Nurses
  • Legal Community
  • Behavioral Health
  • Social Workers
  • Law Enforcement
  • Business Community
  • Educators
  • Counselors
  • Community Advocates
  • Dental Providers
  • Student

Program

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Location

Sioux Falls Convention Center at 1201 N West Ave., Sioux Falls, SD

2024 Recap

Highlights

  • 15+ unique breakout sessions provided by local and regional leaders.
  • 3 general sessions feature local and national experts and current best-practices.
  • 8+ hours of continuing education credits will be available.
  • In 2024, participants attended from 40+ South Dakota communities.