It Begins With Us

About the Conference

Experience the stories of your community!

This annual conference is uniquely designed to share the stories and experiences of community members to engage in meaningful conversations centered around belonging.

Upcoming Dates

Monday, February 2, 2026

Poverty Simulation

Speed Networking for Services

 

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Conference- Agenda coming soon!

Registration

Registration ends January 19, 2026.

Meet the It Begins With Us Committee!

Front (Left to Right) See Moua-Leske- SW Adult Basic Education, Adri DeBoer- Visit Marshall

Back (Left to Right) Ivan Parga- SW Initiative Foundation, Michele Knife Sterner- SW Minnesota State Univerity Access & Opportunity Office, Jasmine DeSmet- City of Marshall, Addy Wolbaum- SW Adult Basic Education