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  • The NJJA conference provides an opportunity for anyone working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system to learn from, and network with, professionals across prevention, education, juvenile justice, and treatment systems. Our conference provides a great lineup of keynote speakers, breakout sessions and social events.

    The conference also provides professional development credits for LMHPs (CEUs), Probation Administration workers (criminogenic hours), and legal professionals (CLEs).

    Over the last 40 years our conference has grown to more than 300 attendees. The conference brings in national and state-recognized experts in their field. The conference is held in late spring in Kearney, NE and is open to all.

What We Do

The mission of the Nebraska Juvenile Justice Association is to improve services to youth in the juvenile justice system by serving as a resource for collaboration, leadership development, and education for juvenile justice system professionals.

  • Education
    Education

    To broaden the knowledge and skills of professionals working with youth and families involved in the juvenile justice system.
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  • Leadership
    Leadership

    To lead in a way to make intentional impact.
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  • Collaboration
    Collaboration

    To work together for a common goal.
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Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
  • 2025 Conference Attendee
    2025 Conference Attendee

    The sessions were amazing. Keep having breakouts regarding self-care. Love those. Networking with providers and learning of different services offered is also key. Keynotes were amazing as well!

  • 2025 Conference Attendee
    2025 Conference Attendee

    I look forward to this conference every year because I know I will get something valuable from it!

  • 2025 Conference Attendee
    2025 Conference Attendee

    The conference really leveled up this year. The content of breakout sessions was really top notch and went above the more "basic" level. It felt more attuned to the audience and level of professionals likely in the room. The youth panels are a must have. I don't think it could ever get too repetitive hearing what they have to say. It is always so impactful and humbling to remember that they, their wants, and thoughts are so valuable in their success.

  • 2025 Conference Attendee
    2025 Conference Attendee

    The speakers by far - I cried during numerous sessions because I felt so seen. I am a newer attorney and being a Guardian ad Litem is one of the hardest things I have ever done. The speakers affirmed my feelings, gave me practical tips for my kiddos, and ignited my passion. They were phenomenal.

Conference Results

  • 2025 Conference Participation

    302

  • Would Attend Again

    98%

  • Rated the Conference Very Good or Excellent

    87%

  • Fulfilled My Reason To Attend

    92%

  • Attended the conference for personal growth and development

    53%

From the Blog

  • The NJJA conference provides an opportunity for anyone working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system to learn from, and network with, professionals across prevention, education, juvenile justice, and treatment systems. Our conference provides a great lineup of keynote speakers, breakout sessions and social events.

    The conference also provides professional development credits for LMHPs (CEUs), Probation Administration workers (criminogenic hours), and legal professionals (CLEs).

    Over the last 40 years our conference has grown to more than 300 attendees. The conference brings in national and state-recognized experts in their field. The conference is held in late spring in Kearney, NE and is open to all.

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