Saturday, March 7, 2026

The Barker Adoption Foundation Annual Adoption & Foster Care Conference: Where Every Story Matters and Every Voice Belongs.

The Barker Adoption Foundation

Centered on the theme "Where Every Story Matters & Every Voice Belongs", this full-day, educational event by The Barker Adoption Foundation brings together adoptees of all ages, adoptive and foster parents, prospective parents, birth parents, and professionals interested in a deeper dive into the nuance of adoption and foster care. Attendees will enjoy expert-led workshops, practical tools, and meaningful connection. A concurrent Teen Connections program for youth ages 13–17 offers a guided, adoptee-competent space while parents attend the main conference.

Event Information


  • When: Saturday, March 7, 2026 (8:15 AM - 4:30 PM)
  • Where: The Universities at Shady Grove, 9630 Gudelsky Dr, Rockville, MD 20850   map
  • Fee: $130
  • Contact: Bethany, (301) 664-9664
  • For more information: click here
Saturday, March 7, 2026 8:15 AM Saturday, March 7, 2026 4:30 PM America/New_York The Barker Adoption Foundation Annual Adoption & Foster Care Conference: Where Every Story Matters and Every Voice Belongs. https://barkeradoptionfoundation.org/events-calendar/2026-barkers-annual-adoption-and-foster-care-conference/ Centered on the theme \"Where Every Story Matters & Every Voice Belongs\", this full-day, educational event by The Barker Adoption Foundation brings together adoptees of all ages, adoptive and foster parents, prospective parents, birth parents, and professionals interested in a deeper dive into the nuance of adoption and foster care. Attendees will enjoy expert-led workshops, practical tools, and meaningful connection. A concurrent Teen Connections program for youth ages 13–17 offers a guided, adoptee-competent space while parents attend the main conference. Volunteers? From: http://cfp-dc.org/cfpdc/2017-all-events.php?id=5337 The Universities at Shady Grove 9630 Gudelsky Dr Rockville MD 20850 Bethany bethany@barkerfoundation.org