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Conferences
FCCLA conferences unite students, advisers, and professionals through personal growth and leadership development. With engaging workshops, competitive events, and activities, members gain valuable insights into career pathways, leadership, and professionalism.
In the fall, FCCLA members and advisers are invited to attend Capitol Leadership in Washington, D.C. During Capitol Leadership, students receive training focusing on networking, professionalism, strategic planning, and advocacy around key teen-centered current issues. Students will advocate for Family and Consumer Sciences and Career and Technical Education by showing policymakers how their support for education impacts teens in preparing to be college-and-career ready. An essential aspect of Capitol Leadership features youth leaders meeting with their representatives on Capitol Hill to explain the importance of continued support for the Strengthening Career and Technical Education Act. This conference is perfect for State and Local Chapter Officers.
November 15-19, 2025
Every November, the New Jersey delegation of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America begins the year with an exciting and dynamic conference. New and returning chapters gather for the Fall Leadership Connection, which includes informative workshops, engaging motivational speakers, state competitive events, and two energetic leadership sessions dedicated to chapter leaders. NJ FCCLA encourages active participation in the various statewide community service initiatives. The Fall Leadership Connection is a great way to kick-start the school year!
November 24, 2025
The NJ FCCLA Leadership Boot Camp, held in early January, is a leadership training experience offered to all NJ FCCLA members and advisers. Chapters gather in their schools in a live “watch-party” format. This event, led by experienced leadership trainers, covers numerous exciting leadership topics and activities, such as public speaking, time management, communication, team building, and more! Chapter advisers receive professional development and enhance their skills and knowledge about the responsibilities of serving as an FCCLA chapter adviser. This year, for only $35, members receive an incredible Leadership Training Experience, a Leadership Boot Camp t-shirt, and leadership materials!
January 10, 2026
Every year, more than 800 members gather for the NJ FCCLA State Leadership Conference! Members can demonstrate skills and display projects while enjoying the inspirational messages of motivational speakers. Members have the opportunity to listen to captivating speakers, attend informative workshops and exciting sessions, participate in service projects, network with other members, and compete in state and national competitive events. Do not miss your chance to attend NJ FCCLA’s Ultimate Leadership Experience this spring, The State Leadership Conference!
March 25-26, 2026
The National Leadership Conference, held in July, is the pinnacle of FCCLA involvement, with more 10,000 members, advisers, alumni, and guests in attendance. This five-day, student-oriented conference encourages members to learn, lead, and grow in their leadership through exciting general sessions, workshops, and opportunities. Students compete in STAR Events (Students Taking Action with Recognition), which are competitive events that build proficiency and achievement in leadership and job-related skills. In addition, students spotlight and share successful projects based on the National Programs. The National Leadership Conference is a memorable experience and fantastic opportunity for all members and advisers!