8:30 a.m.

Networking Breakfast

9:20 a.m.

Welcome & Opening Mixer

9:45 a.m.

Opening Keynote: Sen. Ghazala Hashmi

10:15 a.m.

Breakout Session 1

Strengthening Virginia’s Safety Nets: From Food to Care
Safety-net facilities like food banks and health clinics are vital to the health of underserved communities, but H.R. 1 funding cuts could further strain these already underfunded, overburdened facilities. Join this session to explore impacts and solutions for Virginia’s health needs.

Thriving Students in Every School: Sharing Our Visions for Virginia’s Public Schools
When schools thrive, communities thrive. Come join us as we learn ways to boldly invest in our schools and chart a path that helps Virginia’s students and the communities they live in reach their full potential.

Strengthening Justice: What We’ve Learned and How We Can Move Forward
Over the past year, advocates, impacted community members, and practitioners have joined forces to reimagine a fairer criminal legal system. Hear insights from the Strengthening Justice Convenings and how they’re shaping next steps for change in Virginia.

11:15 a.m.

One Big Bad Bill: Addressing the Federal Reconciliation Bill’s Impact on Virginia Families (Morning Plenary)
TCI’s President and CEO, Ashley Kenneth, will moderate a conversation with state policy leaders in Virginia to discuss the impacts of President Trump’s signature budget bill that was passed and signed into law this year, and what it means for the future of Medicaid, SNAP, and tax policy in Virginia.

12:00 p.m.

Lunch

12:45 p.m.

Breakout Session 2

Building A Fairer Tax Code to Fund Virginia’s Future
Our tax code can help us build thriving communities. Learn about our recent progress in making the tax code more fair, the new revenue pressures we are facing, and where we can go from here to protect AND invest in our communities.

Truth & Justice: Supporting Immigrant Communities in Virginia
Misinformation about our immigrant neighbors spreads daily. Join this interactive presentation to help amplify the truth, push back on false narratives, and hear from community advocates on how Virginia can best support immigrant communities.

Collective Bargaining: A Tool to Make Virginia a Great State for Workers
Join union leaders and labor policy experts to explore how statewide collective bargaining can give public sector workers a stronger voice and win better pay, benefits, and working conditions across Virginia.

1:45 p.m.

Collective Work: Ideas to Impact (Afternoon Plenary)

2:45 p.m.

Breakout Session 3

Harnessing the Power of Community to Prevent Community Violence
Violence profoundly impacts physical and mental health, but community-based programs and supports can foster stability and prevent harm. Join us to learn how to harness the power of community to co-create safer, more vibrant places to live.

Children’s Health: Removing Barriers to Coverage and Care
Families across Virginia are facing tough choices as more children go uninsured. Join us to discuss how state policy choices and investments can connect more kids to coverage despite recent federal setbacks.

Protecting and Improving Educational Opportunities for English Language Learners
Every child should have access to an excellent education. Despite recent progress, Virginia continues to underfund English learners, and federal immigration policies add fear and instability. Join us to explore solutions so that every student can thrive.

3:45 p.m.

Closing