NADEC 26:
The National Conference for Drug-Endangered Children
Sahara, Las Vegas, NV
May 5 - May 7
Celebrating 20 Years of Impact
Who Should Attend?
Drug-endangered children are not a separate population — they are the same children already appearing in your communities, caseloads, classrooms, clinics, shelters, and investigations. The overlap between substance misuse and the challenges professionals face every day is profound.
NADEC 26 brings together professionals across disciplines to connect these dots, share knowledge, and strengthen our collective response to children and families impacted by substance misuse.
If your work touches children, families, or community safety - this conference is for you.
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Law Enforcement Officers, Investigators & First Responders
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Child Protective Services (CPS) & Child Welfare Professionals
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Social Workers & Case Managers
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Healthcare Providers (physicians, EMS, and behavioral health)
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Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Treatment Providers
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Educators, School Administrators & School Resource Officers
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Legal Professionals & Probation and Corrections Professionals
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Tribal Leaders, Tribal Social Services & Tribal Justice
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ProfessionalsPublic Health Professionals
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Community-Based Organizations & Nonprofit Leaders
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Victim Advocates & Family Support Specialists
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Early Childhood & Child Development Professionals
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Prevention Specialists & Coalition Leaders
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Policy Makers & Government Agencies
Understanding drug endangerment is essential to recognizing the full picture of risk, trauma, and vulnerability affecting the children we serve — and to responding in ways that create lasting change.
Registration is now OPEN!
Join us in Las Vegas for the NADEC 26 Conference, a powerful gathering of professionals, advocates, and community members working to protect and support drug-endangered children.
✅ Secure your spot before Late Registration kicks in - it'll cost an extra $100 per ticket!
✅ Join hundreds of professionals committed to protecting drug-endangered children!
✅ Get a discounted rate to stay at the Sahara (Details given in ticket confirmation!)
✅ Purchase our exclusive NADEC 26 conference swag!
Registration
NOW OPEN!
Featured Keynote Speakers
What You Can Expect
at NADEC 26!
Event Location
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Conference FAQ
What are the start and end times of the Conference?
The conference begins at 8am on Tuesday May 5 and officially ends at 11:30am on Thursday May 7, 2026.
Is it possible to change the name of an attendee?
Yes. It is possible to change the name and details of a registered attendee. Email Lrivers@nationaldec.org to organize this.
Is there any discount for attending for only part of the conference?
No. The registration fee is standard and applies for the entire conference period. But we would still be delighted to see you even if you cannot stay for the entire 2.5 days!
What is the Refund Policy?
Registration payments can be canceled for a full refund (minus processing fees) as long as they are cancelled by March 4, 2026. To cancel and receive a refund, if eligible, please notify us in writing at info@nationaldec.org. Refunds, if applicable, will be based on the actual fees paid and returned to your original payment method within ninety days. You may transfer your ticket, as long as you let us know in writing at least 14 days before the conference starts.
To request a ticket transfer, please email info@nationaldec.org with your email confirmation and include the new attendee’s name, organization, title and email.
Do you provide Group Pricing options?
Yes! For groups of 5 or more. These are available to purchase on our registration page: https://whova.com/portal/registration/DfXfg2QtFmritvXjCWM6/
When do Registration Prices change?
Early Bird Registration has now ended. Standard pricing is in effect until April 11, 2026. Late Registration pricing begins on April 11.
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We can’t wait to welcome you to Las Vegas for a truly unforgettable experience!