Youth Empowerment Summit 2026
The annual Youth Empowerment Summit (YES) brings together young people, youth service providers, and community leaders from across California to address youth homelessness through workshops, panels, networking, and advocacy.
Youth Empowerment Summit 2026 (YES)
📅 April 19–21, 2026
📍 Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena
Produced by the California Coalition for Youth (CalYouth), this 3-day summit is a major convening focused on preventing and ending youth homelessness. Attendees will participate in workshops, hear from inspiring speakers and elected officials, engage in panel discussions, learn about youth-focused initiatives, and build powerful networks.
Highlights:
• Youth voices and leadership at the center
• Workshops and skill-building sessions
• Networking opportunities
• Advocacy and strategy sessions
• Peer connections across California
A powerful and impactful event for anyone working with or supporting youth.
Performance Schedule
- Sunday, Apr 19 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Monday, Apr 20 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, Apr 21 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
