Annual Conference

Once a year, EDEN delegates assemble at the EDEN Annual Conference to share best practices, developing research, showcase projects that have been completed throughout the year, and enhance skill-sets through professional development opportunities. The four-day Annual Meeting rotates by region, and is hosted in a location that offers delegates the ability to learn about diverse emergency preparedness issues facing the local community. Traditionally, the conference is held in October. Beginning in 2026, the conference will shift to spring.

Registration is Now Open for the 2027 EDEN Annual Conference

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment at the University of Kentucky, along with Kentucky State University, are proud to host the 2027 EDEN Annual Conference in Lexington, KY. Connect with Extension professionals from across the country for engaging keynote presentations, concurrent sessions, networking opportunities, and optional educational workshops focused on disaster preparedness and community resilience.

Lexington, KY
March 9-12, 2027
Hilton Downtown (369 W Vine St, Lexington, KY 40507)

Register today to secure your spot and take advantage of early bird pricing through December 4, 2026.

Conference Website

The 2027 Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) Annual Conference Committee invites EDEN Delegates, Extension Professionals, and Researchers to submit an abstract to be considered for presentation at the EDEN Conference, March 9-12, 2027, in Lexington, Kentucky. Please share the call for proposals with eligible colleagues and professional groups that may be interested.

Call for proposals

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The Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) is made possible by USDA NIFA and our participating USDA Cooperative Extension and NOAA Sea Grant Extension programs. Over 300 delegates representing over 75 disciplines at 77 state Extension programs in 50 states and 3 US territories. See all Delegates.

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