Oregon Parenting Educators Conference 2026
- Accrescent Institute
- Mar 12
- 2 min read
Accrescent Institute is pleased to announce that Thomas C. Rector will be presenting our newest fatherhood training - Engaging Fathers: Their Perspective, Experience, and Opportunity - at the Oregon Parenting Educators Conference in April 2026.
April 27-29, 2026
CH2M HILL Alumni Center
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
The title and theme for this year’s Oregon Parenting Educators Conference is: One Ripple, Many Waves: Amplifying Positive Impact for Children, Youth, & Families through Parenting Education.
Join other parenting educators and family support professionals for professional development, networking, and restoration. Our annual conference hosts practical and inspirational sessions that will enhance your work with parents and families. Learn from national speakers and authors, local colleagues, and researchers.
OPEC aims to create a space that is welcoming and inclusive, where all people are valued for their identities, including for their gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality, religion, abilities, and lived experiences.
About the Oregon Parenting Educators Conference
This conference is part of Oregon Parenting Education Collaborative, a program of the Hallie E. Ford Center for Healthy Children and Families at the University of Oregon College of Health. OPEC’s mission is to connect families through parenting education. The conference offers an invaluable opportunity for parenting educators to enhance their skills and connect with peers.
Recognizing the importance of ongoing staff development, this conference provides comprehensive professional development for educators focused on the latest research and practical strategies in family support.
The Oregon Parenting Educators Conference offers a diverse range of sessions serving as a crucial resource for education and professional development, empowering participants to better serve families within their communities.
Attendees can expect to engage in dynamic workshops and presentations designed to foster growth and knowledge. This dedication to professional development for educators ensures that participants leave with actionable tools and insights, ready to implement in their work.
OPEC's commitment to providing high-quality education and professional development makes it a must-attend event for anyone dedicated to the field of parenting education.
Accrescent Institute Session for Parenting and K-12 Educators, Family Support Home Visitors, and Advocates
Engaging Fathers: Their Perspective, Experience, and Opportunity
Monday, April 27th
4:15-5:30pm
In this session, we will explore fatherhood as shaped by personal experiences, memories, culture, and past relationships, and how these factors influence communication styles, parenting, and family engagement.
You will learn why fathers may experience parenting differently and how communication gaps arise.
Attendees will walk away with insights they can immediately apply to strengthen communication, build trust, and engage fathers as valued partners—supporting stronger families and positive outcomes for children.
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