The IAP2 North American Conference (NAC) is a 2.5-day event featuring workshops, keynote speakers, engaging sessions, celebrations, community building, knowledge sharing, and networking with fellow engagement practitioners.
The 2025 conference theme, “Empowering Voices, Inspiring Participation,” is about amplifying varied perspectives, fostering welcoming dialogue, and creating meaningful engagement that drives positive change. It’s about equipping individuals and communities with the tools, confidence, and opportunities to make their voices heard and their participation impactful.
What better place to gather than San Antonio, Texas? The 2025 North American Conference will take place September 28-30 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio, bringing together hundreds of public participation leaders from all levels of government, private industry, education, environment, health, transportation, academia, and community-based organizations from across North America and beyond.