About the 2026 National Adoption Conference

NCFA’s annual conference offers continuing education and high-caliber training to professionals from the adoption, social work, and child welfare communities who all share a common commitment to helping children thrive in nurturing, permanent families.

The conference is an opportunity to learn from leading experts, explore emerging best practices, connect with fellow professionals, and be re-inspired for the important work you do in your community, region, and the world.

This year, we’ll kick off the conference with an Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill, giving attendees the chance to engage directly with policymakers and champion issues that impact children and families.

This year's conference will offer up to 14 social work CEs.

Explore this site for more information on speakers, schedule, pricing, sponsorship, and exhibiting!

Conference Venue

Hilton Arlington National Landing

The conference is at the Hilton Arlington National Landing, conveniently located five miles from D.C. in Arlington, Virginia and minutes from Reagan National Airport by free hotel shuttle. Within walking distance is the National Landing neighborhood's shopping and local restaurants.

Special conference rates start at $239 per night. The link to our room block will be provided in your conference registration confirmation email.

Self-parking is available at the hotel for $25 per day.