National HEPCAMP Conference

"The Power of the HEPCAMP Familia, Unleash and Sustain"

Broomfield, CO

March 22, 2026 - March 25, 2026

Pre-conference will be held on March 22, 2026

The National HEPCAMP Association Conference is the best professional development opportunity for members of the HEPCAMP Association to receive expert technical training, workshops regarding best practices, and networking with organizational partners.

All positions can benefit from pre-conference sessions, workshops, and general session topics that are specific and related to the services offered by programs serving Migrant and Seasonal Farm Workers.

Participants will have access to workshops, mixers, general session events, and have time to break away at the end of each day to explore San Diego's vibrant community.

Conference Information

Registration

Pre-Conference Rate: $ 150

* See Pre-Conference page for details about the sessions.

2026 Conference Rate:

Registration $ 500 (prior to 03/15)

Student Registration $ 300

Non-Member Registration $ 600

Late Registration $ 600 (after 03/15)

Registration will include HEPCAMP T-Shirt

Conference Registration

Register your student here

The 2026 National HEPCAMP Association Conference student track will be facilitated by our partners - CoolSpeak.

Student Track Schedule Click Here

Student Track Registration

Hotel

OMNI Interlocken Hotel

Broomfield, CO (17 mi. from Denver)

Room Rate: $125/night plus tax

*Last day to reserve lodging is on or before February 19, 2026.

*Reservations made with the hotel will require a deposit covering one (1) night of the stay up front.

Hotel Registration

Conference Schedule

Pre-Conference: 3/22

Conference: 3/23 - 3/24

2026 Schedule

2026 Keynote Speakers

Dr. Laura Rizzo

- is a passionate educator whose research and career have emphasized her deep commitment to fostering social-emotional well-being in schools.

Alondra Solis Ayala

Student Key Note Speaker

Beatriz Ceja - Acting Director - OME

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Learn more about our speakers

Call for Proposals

The national conference planning committee will begin officially accepting workshop proposals for our annual national HEP CAMP conference soon.

The Conference Proposal Submission deadline is still open.

Workshop Proposal Information

Conference Sponsors

Sponsorship Booklet

Diamond Sponsors

Silver Sponsor

Contributor Sponsor

Workshop Proposal Guidelines

2026 HEPCAMP Conference Proposal Form Link

HEP CAMP Conference Planning Committee

2026 Committee Members

Amas Aduviri, Co-Chair - Oregon State University

Dr. Miriam Bocchetti, Co-Chair - Central Washington University

Maria Andrade - Oregon State University

Greg Contreras – Portland CC

Omar Correa – CSU Bakersfield

Andy Dalton - Kansas State University

Andres Enriquez – CSU Sacramento

Virginia Flores - University of South Florida

Ofelia Gamez – CSU Fresno

Michael Heim – Washington State University

Brenda Herrera – University of New Mexico

Suamy Meza – El Paso CC

Jennifer Rentería-Lopez – Heritage University

Brenda Herrera – University of New Mexico

Community Standards

The National HEP CAMP Association maintains a zero-tolerance policy for unacceptable and inappropriate behavior, including sexual harassment and assault, toxic masculinity, and intimidation, at its national conference and all association-hosted or sponsored events.

Violations of these community standards will result in consequences, such as formal statements, reports, and/or notification of individuals' institutions. The association is committed to fostering a safe, respectful environment for all attendees.