2026 FICPFM Regional Convenings
Four cities. One movement.
2026 FICPFM Regional Convenings
FICPFM is bringing our national network together through four regional convenings in 2026. These gatherings are designed for directly impacted leaders, organizers, advocates, partners, and community-based organizations to connect, strategize, and build collective power across regions.
Registration will open separately for each city. Please review the city and date carefully before registering.
Registration Update
Chicago registration and scholarship applications are now open. Registration for Nashville, Washington, DC, and Las Vegas will open separately as each convening rollout begins.
2026 Convening Locations
Registration Open
Chicago, Illinois
July 17 to 19, 2026
Focused on base building, coalition alignment, and strengthening relationships across the Midwest.
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Nashville, Tennessee
August 21 to 23, 2026
Centered on community action, rights awareness, and regional organizing with communities impacted by the criminal legal system.
Registration opens June 1
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Washington, DC
September 17 to 19, 2026
Focused on policy, legislation, national advocacy, and the power of directly impacted leadership in the nation’s capital.
Registration opens July 6
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Las Vegas, Nevada
October 7 to 9, 2026
Focused on civic engagement, movement power, and activating communities ahead of a critical election season.
Registration opens August 10
Who Should Attend
These convenings are designed for:
- Directly impacted leaders
- Organizers and advocates
- FICPFM network partners
- Community-based organizations
- Civil rights and human rights partners
- People and families directly impacted by incarceration and conviction histories
- Leaders working across housing, healthcare, employment, voting rights, reentry, and criminal legal system transformation
Registration Information
Each regional convening has its own registration page, registration timeline, ticket options, and scholarship process.
Registering for one convening does not register you for all four. Please make sure you are selecting the correct city before completing your registration.
At this time, Chicago registration is open. Additional registration links will be added to this page as they become available.
Scholarship Applications
FICPFM is proud to offer a limited number of need-based scholarships for the 2026 Regional Convenings.
Scholarships are intended to reduce financial barriers for directly impacted leaders, organizers, advocates, and community members who would not otherwise be able to attend. Awards may cover registration and hotel accommodations for the convening. Please note that travel is not included.
Because space and resources are limited, priority will be given to directly impacted individuals who have not previously attended an FICPFM convening and who do not have access to organizational funding.
Scholarship recipients are expected to participate fully in the convening experience and contribute meaningfully to the shared work of building power, strengthening relationships, and advancing directly impacted leadership.
Travel and Hotel Information
Travel and hotel information will be updated by city as registration becomes available. Please check each city’s registration page for the most accurate details, including hotel blocks, deadlines, local transportation guidance, and arrival information.
Accessibility and Support Needs
FICPFM is committed to creating convening spaces that are as accessible and welcoming as possible. Each registration page will include space for attendees to share accessibility needs, allergy information, mobility needs, and other support requests related to the conference space.