Conference FAQ

EXPERIENCE

When and where is this year’s conference?

The 2026 conference will be at the St Cloud River's Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud, MN on October 13-14, 2026.

Where can I find more information about keynote and breakout sessions?

On our website! Information about keynote and breakout sessions will be posted in the Summer of 2026.

Where can I find an agenda for this year’s conference?

A detailed agenda for the 2026 conference will be posted in Spring/Summer of 2026. View last year's agenda here.

Who will be exhibiting at the conference?

Look out for a list of exhibitors for the 2026 Conference on our website in September.

Who attends this conference?

Community Coalition Leaders - Prevention Specialists - Substance Misuse & Mental Health Professionals - Parents & Youth - College Students - Educators - Public Health Professionals - Law Enforcement - Researchers - Faith Leaders - And More!

Is this conference in-person or virtual?

The MN Prevention Program Sharing Conference is an in-person conference, but we do record all sessions. All registered attendees will have access to session recordings for 1-year following the conference, and, if you are not able to attend in-person, you can also register for Recorded-access Only at a discounted rate.

How do I access conference recordings?

All registered attendees were emailed access information for recorded sessions from the 2025 Conference in November 2025. If you are having trouble finding this information or believe you should have received it - please reach out to madeline@ansrmn.org, or acess recording links here.

REGISTRATION

How do I register for the conference?

Registration for this year's conference will open in April 2026.

How much does registration cost?

See the table below for information about costs by ticket type at the 2025 Conference.

registration cost by ticket type: regular registration is $180 before June 1st or $200 after, Group registration is $160, Student Registration is $108 before June 1st or $120 after, presenter registration is free, recorded-access only is $50.

How much does it cost to exhibit?

The cost for an exhibit booth at this year’s conference is $300. Community Coalitions (or community groups doing unfunded work around substance misuse in their local communities) are eligible to exhibit for free. Exhibitor registration will open in the Spring of 2026.

My organization is interested in sponsoring the conference. How can I get involved?

We are excited to partner with you! Sponsorship of the conference allows your organization greater visibility to attendees and encourages the conference audience to engage with you. If you are interested in sponsoring the conference, or have questions about this, please reach out to moe@ansrmn.org.

Do you have special rates for students or groups?

Yes! See the table above.

What discounts and scholarships are available?

We don’t want cost to be a barrier to attendance, so we do offer scholarships, as well as special rates for groups, students, presenters and volunteers. A limited number of scholarships for the Minnesota Prevention Program Sharing Conference Registration are available based on need and qualifications. The scholarship application will open with registration in April 2026. Contact moe@ansrmn.org or 651-646-3005 with any questions or for more information.

Can I get a travel stipend?

Unfortunately we are not able to offer these at this time.

How do I apply to speak at the conference?

Look out for the call for presentation proposals in April 2026!

Can youth apply to present at the conference?

Yes! We have had excellent presentations from students engaged with prevention work at past conferences, and would be thrilled to feature more sessions where session attendees get to hear directly from youth involved in the implementation and development of prevention programming!

LOGISTICS

Where can I find lodging for this year’s conference?

Look for room block details available in Spring of 2026!

What kind of food is available at this year’s conference?

We will provide catered breakfast and lunch, as well as coffee and water throughout the day. Snacks will also be provided. We usually host a networking event the first evening of the conference where light appetizers are provided. Dinners are not provided. You can indicate any dietary restrictions or accommodations when you register.

Who should I contact if I have questions about the conference?

Please send any questions to MPRC’s Event Coordinator, Moe Sadique, moe@ansrmn.org.

What CEUs are available to me?

We will offer Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), MN Certification Board, and MN Board of Social Work credits for attending the conference in person. We are always looking into new options and types of CEU's to offer.

Where can I request accommodations?

Email moe@ansrmn.org to request any accommodations you may need, and we will do our best to honor your request. There will also be an opportunity to request accommodations when you register.

I love going to Program Sharing every year! Is there anything I can do to help this year’s conference run smoothly?

Yes! We are always looking for volunteers to help with day-of support including moderating breakout sessions, and helping with registration or set-up. Volunteers will be eligible for special registration rates. If you are interested in volunteering at this year’s conference contact MPRC’s Events Coordinator Moe Sadique, moe@ansrmn.org.