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Chicago HIDTA 2026 Youth Prevention Institute

Join us September 9th and 10th for an inspiring and impactful gathering of professionals dedicated to building protective factors in their communities through connection and health-promoting relationships with youth.

This event is hosted by the Chicago HIDTA in partnership with ADAPT, the Overdose Response Strategy, Oakton College Police and Emergency Management, Illinois Prevention Network, Great Lakes Prevention Technology Transfer Center, Center for Behavioral Health Integration, and Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative.

Oakton College, Ray Hartstein Campus (Skokie)
7701 N. Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077
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Wednesday, September 9, 2026 08:30am CT - Thursday, September 10, 2026 01:00pm CT

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Free

Plan for your visit


The Youth Prevention Institute at Oakton College will convene in the Ray Hartstein Campus building, in the Acorn Room (highlighted in green on the campus map). The room can be accessed from any entrance into the building, although Doors 21, 10, and 18 are the nearest access points. Ample, free on-site parking is available in the Mulford and Lincoln parking lots. Please be sure not to park in the Early Childhood Center lot (marked with a 'No' on the campus map).


There are no hotel blocks for this event. Two nearby hotels that offer a government rate include:


Food and drink are on your own. A list of nearby food options can be found HERE, and these will also be made available during the event to facilitate your lunch plans. On-campus options are also available.