Northeast Iowa Youth Summit 2025

This year’s Youth Summit centers on Opportunity Youth.

This event will bring together leaders, partners, and changemakers to share insights, strategies, and success stories that support youth across Northeast Iowa.

At the Summit:

• Summer Youth Internship Programs – Hear from the organizations who received the Summer Youth Internship Grant and how they built youth confidence, skills, and career readiness.
• Justice-Involved Youth Panel – Learn from professionals who work directly with justice-involved youth about the programs, partnerships, and interventions making a difference in their lives.
• Employer & Business Engagement Panel – Explore how employers are connecting with young talent and creating opportunities that support long-term success.
• Partner Collaboration Panel – Discover how cross-sector collaboration is helping remove barriers and expand access to education, employment, and training for youth.

Registration is now open!!