Generations United
Global Conference 2027
July 21-23, 2027
Arlington, VA - Minutes from Washington, DC
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A global gathering of leaders, practitioners, caregivers, and researchers advancing intergenerational and kinship solutions.
Save the date for the Generations United Global Conference 2027, taking place July 21-23 in Arlington, VA.
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of bringing generations together at the 24th Generations United Global Conference. Practitioners, caregivers, educators, researchers, and community leaders from around the world will gather to connect, learn, and share innovative intergenerational and kinship/grandfamilies programs, practices, research, and policies.
Schedule of Events
The Generations United Global Conference offers opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired through educational workshops, dynamic keynote speakers, informative site visits, networking events, and more. This preliminary schedule is provided to assist with travel planning. Additional details will be announced as they become available.
What People Are Saying
“This was a wonderful conference! Every detail was clearly covered with such care - from the workshop selections to the panels to the mobile exhibit to the food (so good). It was my first time attending, and it was one of the most streamlined, thoughtful, and connected conferences I've attended.”
— Past Attendee“A very comprehensive, smooth-flowing conference that offered a wonderful range of learning opportunities about intergenerational issues.”
— Past Attendee“As a first-timer to the community, I was welcomed with open arms, met the most caring and creative professionals who serve families, and learned so much!”
— Past Attendee“I loved attending this conference. It was very applicable and gave me a greater motivation to go back and make a difference. I only wish it were longer. It went by so fast.”
— Past Attendee
About Generations United
The mission of Generations United is to improve the lives of children, youth and older adults through intergenerational collaboration, public policies and programs for the enduring benefit of all. For 40 years, Generations United has catalyzed cooperation and collaboration among generations, evoking the vibrancy, energy and sheer productivity that result when people of all ages come together. We believe that we can only be successful in the face of our complex future if age diversity is regarded as a national asset and fully leveraged.