School’s Out Washington’s annual Bridge Conference is a two-day convening focused on exploring, celebrating, and influencing our collective field(s) through solidarity and unified learning.
Bridge is the only conference in Washington state that brings the fullness of our youth development sector together. At Bridge, grassroots youth program staff and organizational leaders, advocates, and funders make meaningful, lasting connections and gain knowledge to help them sustain and grow their impact. Each year, the Bridge Conference serves over 500 attendees and intentionally centers and empowers
diverse Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) voices in the youth development community from inception to implementation. This past year, 70% of attendees identified as BIPOC. We are proud to have included diverse urban, suburban, and rural-based programs from 16 counties across Washington State. All aspects of Bridge reflect the values of equity, belonging, leadership, nourishment, change, innovation,
and community. When gathered, our attendees and presenters work toward a collective vision of more equitable systems for young people, including community care, best practices, and advocacy.
Join us at our annual Bridge Conference as we navigate the intricate interplay between individual experiences, collective movements, and the overarching landscape of youth development.
Location: Meydenbauer Center
Dates: October 27 and 28, 2025
Stay tuned for updates about 2025 Bridge Conference.
Thank you to our 2024 sponsors:
