Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Will the conference be virtual, live, or hybrid?

A. The 7th Annual Ann Adalist-Estrin Memorial National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference will be a hybrid conference. Live sessions will take place in Scottsdale, Arizona. Virtual attendees will be able to join in via the Whova app


Q. What dates and times will the conference take place?

A. The conference will take place on April 7, 8 and ½ day on the 9th, 2025. and will start at 8:00 am Arizona Time/Pacific Daylight Time Zone (GMT -7) 


Q. Do you have a schedule for the conference?

A. The complete schedule will be available in the conference app prior to the conference.  


Q. How will I access the conference? 

A. If you purchased “in-person” tickets then you will attend the conference at ASU SkySong, Building 3 which is located at 1365 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85257

Virtual attendees will access the conference through the Whova app, which we also used in 2022 and 2023. Details on how to and conference app will be provided prior to the conference. Access to the Whova platform will begin prior to the conference to enable access to features such as the discussion boards. 


Q: I/my organization cannot afford the registration fee. Are there scholarships available to attend the conference?

A: We anticipate having a limited number of scholarships available again for CIP2024. If you would like to apply for a scholarship or have questions about scholarships, please send an email to childwellbeing@asu.edu
 

Q: My organization would like to register multiple people but will need to pay by check. How can we do that?

A: If you need to request an invoice to pay by check, please send an email to childwellbeing@asu.edu indicating the following information:

  1. The name of your organization.
  2. The contact person who should receive the invoice.
  3. The name of each individual that will be attending and what days they will be registered.
  4. The number of total registrations to be invoiced.

Please note: There are a limited number of in-person seats available, please reach out to us as soon as possible to secure your reservation.


Q. Our organization would like to sponsor the conference, are there sponsorship opportunities available? 

A. Yes, we have sponsor tiers available to fit every budget. Please visit our Sponsor page to view the latest sponsor brochure and contact information.


Q. Will you be offering virtual exhibit booths this year?

.A. Yes. All In-person and Virtual Sponsors/Exhibitors will have access to a virtual sponsor booth within the Whova App. Here you will be able to customize your booth by adding brochures, handouts and videos. 
 

Q. Do you have a list of hotels that are close to the conference?

A. Special Conference room rates are available at Element Scottsdale at SkySong. You can secure your discounted room rate by reserving through this link.

For additional hotels neat the conference, please view this document. 

 

 

Q. I’ve/we’ve never been to Arizona before, is there anything to do?

A. Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix are filled with things to do. There’s something for everyone, whether their interests lie in Indigenous history, fine dining, or museums and attractions.

Some of our favorites are the Heard Museum, the ASU Art Museum, Casa Grande National Monument, and the Desert Botanical Garden to name just a few.

Please visit the Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix visitor information sites to find activities and events in the area. If you have a few extra days, then you might consider visiting Northern Arizona sites such as Sedona, Flagstaff, or the Grand Canyon.

 

Q. There are some strange looking numbers on the payment page and confirmation. Should I be worried about this? 

A. No. These numbers are generated by our payment system to help protect your credit card information. 

example of system generated numbers on registration payment page

example of system generated numbers on confirmation page

For additional questions, please contact us at childwellbeing@asu.edu


Thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors for their generosity in helping us make this conference possible.  Click on any organization's logo to visit their website.

The logo for the Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network (AATN) features a clean, modern design on a white background. At the center, the acronym "AATN" is prominently displayed in bold, black capital letters. Above the text, there is a stylized red arch with three red dots connected by lines, resembling a network or connection symbol, suggesting collaboration or outreach. Below the acronym, the full name "arizona • anti • trafficking • network" is written in smaller, lowercase black letters, with bullet points separating each word. The red and black color scheme conveys urgency and seriousness, aligning with the organization's mission to combat human trafficking in Arizona.

Logo for the Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family featuring the word 'ARIZONA' in large teal letters with an orange sunrise shape in place of the 'O,' above the smaller teal text 'GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF YOUTH, FAITH & FAMILY' on a white background.ASU School of Social Work

The logo for Desert Diamond Casino West Valley features a simple, elegant design on a white background. At the top, a small, black-outlined diamond shape is centered, symbolizing the "Diamond" in the name. Below the diamond, the words "DESERT DIAMOND CASINO" are written in bold, uppercase, dark blue letters, with "DESERT DIAMOND" on the top line and "CASINO" on the bottom line, separated by a thin horizontal line. Underneath "CASINO," the words "WEST VALLEY" are written in smaller, uppercase dark blue letters. The overall design is clean and professional, evoking a sense of luxury and gaming associated with the casino brand.Gordon PhilanthropiesCan you describe this logo for alt text?  The logo for "Parenting Inside Out" features a circular design on a white background. On the left side, there is a solid yellow circle, resembling a sun or spotlight. To the right of the circle, the words "PARENTING INSIDE OUT" are written in blue, uppercase letters. The word "PARENTING" is positioned above "INSIDE OUT," with a small, stylized blue handprint icon integrated into the "O" of "OUT," symbolizing care or guidance. The overall design is simple, colorful, and friendly, suggesting a focus on parenting education or support.

Logo for The Pathfinder Network featuring a stylized square with a white tree silhouette against a blue sky, a green hill, a yellow sun, and a winding path, above the words 'the pathfinder network' in blue.The logo for "The Pathfinder Club" features a vibrant, three-dimensional design on a white background. The name "the PATHFINDER CLUB" is written in bold, stylized blue letters with a slight shadow effect, giving it a dynamic, raised appearance. "the" is in smaller text at the top left, while "PATHFINDER CLUB" dominates the center, with "PATHFINDER" in a larger font and "CLUB" in a slightly smaller font below it. To the left of "PATHFINDER," there is a small, green footprint icon, symbolizing a path or journey. Below the main text, the tagline "paving a trail of hope" is written in smaller, green lowercase letters, emphasizing the organization's mission. The overall color scheme of blue and green, combined with the energetic typography, suggests optimism, guidance, and community engagement.placeholder

 

For information on sponsor and exhibitor opportunities, please contact us at childwellbeing@asu.edu.