After seeing a 35% increase in attendance in 2023, we are excited to share we had another 34% increase for the 2024 Prairie States Animal Welfare Conference!

Here are a few of the comments from our attendees:

• I loved that there were sessions for all aspects of animal welfare and the speakers were all good! I loved meeting other ACO's and being able to network. I loved the comradery between ACO's and shelter workers. We all need more of that.
• It serves as a reset for my brain. It enforces all the good things my shelter is doing and gives ideas for improvement.
• My favorite thing was the feeling of inclusivity and the lack of feeling judged. This felt far more comfortable, kind, and welcoming.
• The session lengths and frequent breaks were perfect. The speakers and content were all above average. Loved all of the comradery and networking, as well as after-hours socializing.

The PSC Planning Committee is already hard at work on next year's conference! Mark your calendar - June 1-3, 2025. Do you have an idea for a session you would like to present? Or just an idea for a session you would like to see at next year's conference? Use the links below to share your ideas with the committee.

Questions? Contact Angie Wood, PSC Conference Coordinator, at prairiestates@iawf.net.