About the Summit The 2026 Leading Change Summit: The Ripple Effect brings together frontline professionals, sector leaders, researchers, advocates, community partners, and changemakers to explore innovative approaches, strengthen connections, and advance our collective response to gender-based violence. Designed to meet the evolving needs of Alberta’s gender-based violence sector and aligned with the Government of Alberta’s new training guidelines, this year’s program combines practical learning, meaningful dialogue, and opportunities for cross-sector collaboration. Practice & Learning Days – September 21 & 22 Join us for two full days of content tailored to those working in shelters, social services, and related fields. These days are focused on practical tools, emerging practices, and peer learning to support your work on the frontlines. Community & Impact Day – September 23 Open to a broader audience, Community & Impact Day focuses on moving the work beyond the sector. This day brings together leaders from government, business, community organizations, education, healthcare, law enforcement, and other sectors to explore how we can work together to prevent violence, strengthen community responses, and build safer communities for everyone. Whether you are a community partner, employer, policymaker, advocate, or emerging leader, this day offers opportunities to learn, connect, and be part of meaningful change. Buy Tickets Now Click Here for Member Rates Attendees can take advantage of discounted hotel rates at the River Cree Resort and Casino. Please refer to your ticket confirmation email for booking details and rate information. Become A Sponsor!Learn More Why Sponsor the 2026 Leading Change Summit? Your sponsorship doesn’t just support an event, it positions your organization as a visible, values-driven leader in one of Alberta’s most urgent social issues. The Leading Change Summit brings together the people shaping policy, practice, advocacy, and community safety across the province. By aligning your brand with this work, you demonstrate a powerful commitment to building safer, healthier futures for all Albertans. What Your Sponsorship Makes Possible With your support, ACWS can strengthen the frontline workforce, elevate survivor-centred innovations, and accelerate the cross-sector collaboration required to address gender-based violence in meaningful, lasting ways. You help drive the ripple effect, change that spreads far beyond the event itself. Click Here for the Full Sponsorship Package! Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Leading Change Summit? Email conferences@acws.ca.
