Empowering Communities for Brighter Futures
A New England Approach to Youth Diversion
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Grappone Conference Center
Concord, NH
Agenda-at-a-Glance
Join us Monday, June 8th from 5:00-7:30pm
Welcome Reception
Appetizers, cash bar, music local artists and sneak peak at Summit exhibitors!
No additional cost – included with your registration. Invitation will follow after Summit registration is confirmed.
Session Tracks
To help attendees navigate the wide range of topics offered at the Summit, breakout sessions are organized into three thematic tracks. Tracks group sessions by topic area so participants can more easily identify the sessions most relevant to their work and interests.
Attendees are welcome to follow a single track throughout the day or move between tracks based on their interests.
Our three tracks include:
Diversion Models, Programs & Practice
Sessions in this track highlight practical diversion programs, innovative models, and hands-on strategies for working with youth and families in community-based diversion settings.
Systems, Collaboration & Measuring Impact
These sessions focus on system-level approaches to diversion, including cross-sector collaboration, policy development, statewide initiatives, and strategies for measuring outcomes and impact.
Equity, Youth Voice & Relationship-Centered Practice
Sessions in this track explore approaches that center youth voice, equity, restorative practices, and relationship-based strategies for supporting young people and strengthening communities.
Tuesday, June 9th
7:30-8:30am
Registration, Continental Breakfast, Networking & Exhibits
8:30-8:50am
Welcome & Opening Address
8:50-9:50am
Keynote Presentation
Presented by Gina M. Vincent, PhD, Professor & Co-Director, Law & Psychiatry Program, UMass Chan Medical School
9:50-10:10am
Refreshment & Networking Break
10:10-11:25am
Breakout Sessions | Block A
11:25-11:40am
Transition Break
11:40am-12:20pm
Snapshot Sessions & Wellness and Networking Activities
Snapshot Sessions
Snapshot Sessions are 30–40 minute breakout sessions designed to highlight a specific practice, tool, program model, or insight.
Wellness & Networking Activities
Stay tuned for additional activities!
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that offers important physical and mental health benefits. It allows you to do modified poses while seated or using a chair for support. This practice creates a strong mind-body connection, helping to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
12:20-1:30pm
Lunch Buffet (provided), Exhibits & Networking
1:30-2:45pm
Breakout Sessions | Block B
2:45-3:15pm
Refreshment & Networking Break
3:15-4:30pm
Breakout Sessions | Block C
Summit Contact: Lori Walter | [email protected] | 657-332-3317
Special Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor!
This event is managed by the NH Juvenile Court Diversion Network (NHJCDN). For more information about the NHJCDN, please return to the NHJCDN Home page.
NH Juvenile Court Diversion Network
10 Ferry Street, Suite 315
Concord, NH 03301
This publication was financed under a Contract with the State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.