2025 CivicWell Policymakers Conference

Complex issues require out-of-the-box approaches. The most impactful initiatives may rely on multi-sector partnerships, bipartisan collaborations, and transformative thinking. As local leaders advocate for the health, safety, and future of our communities, now is the time to learn from one another and collaborate on the solutions we need to meet the moment.

At the CivicWell Policymakers Conference, we will hear from visionary public and private sector leaders on what’s worked and what’s to come. We will share best practices to support innovative local projects. We will explore new ideas for groundbreaking win-win partnerships.

The conference will take place from Thursday evening, March 13th to Sunday morning, March 16th. All conference sessions will be held in the Garden Terrace Room at the Yosemite Valley Lodge.

The below agenda is tentative and subject to change at any time. Topics and speakers will be added as they are confirmed.

Thursday, March 13

6:00 – 7:30 pm
Registration

7:00 – 7:45 pm
Welcome Reception

7:45 – 8:00 pm
Opening Remarks

8:00 – 9:00 pm
Opening Speaker

Friday, March 14

8:30 – 9:30 am
Breakfast

9:30 – 11:00 am
Panel 

11:00 – 11:15 am
Coffee Break

11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Panel

12:30 – 1:30 pm
Lunch / Networking

1:30 – 7:30 pm
Break
Participants free for dinner on their own

7:30 – 9:00 pm
Panel 

Saturday, March 15

8:30 – 9:30 am
Breakfast

9:30 – 10:45 am
Panel

10:45 – 11:15 am
Coffee Break

11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Panel

12:30 – 5:30 pm
Break
Participants free for lunch on their own

5:30 – 7:00 pm
Dinner / Networking

6:30 – 7:00 pm
CivicWell Remarks

7:00 – 8:30 pm
Panel

Sunday, March 16

8:00 – 9:00 am
Breakfast

Registration opens soon.

This conference is for elected officials only. If you are not an elected official but would like to attend, we invite you to explore our sponsorship opportunities below.

Become a CivicWell Member 

CivicWell member registration rate is $100 less than the non-member rate — consider joining our membership network today! CivicWell members receive event discounts, webinars with case studies on climate resilience and capacity-building projects, resources, and legislative updates, and more.

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Scholarships

A limited number of scholarships are available. If you would like to request a scholarship, contact Kelsey Wolf-Cloud.

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Cancellation Policy

Registrations may be canceled up until February 24, 2025. The cancellation fee is $100.

In lieu of cancellation, registration may be transferred to another elected official at any time before March 6, 2025 free of charge by contacting hkillion@civicwell.org. After March 6, no refunds will be offered.

The 2025 CivicWell Policymakers Conference will be held at the Yosemite Valley Lodge in Yosemite National Park.

Lodging information coming soon.

The CivicWell Policymakers Conference is an excellent opportunity for sponsors to build meaningful relationships with local policymakers, highlight and deepen your commitment to sustainable communities, and raise your profile with community resilience leaders.

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, view the Sponsorship Brochure and contact Kelsey Wolf-Cloud at kwolfcloud@civicwell.org for information.

Download the Sponsorship Brochure

For questions about registration and logistics, please contact:
Heather Killion
(916) 448-1198  x303
hkillion@civicwell.org

For questions about sponsorship or the program, please contact:
Kelsey Wolf-Cloud
kwolfcloud@civicwell.org