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October 2026

Shape the Conversation. Influence the Future.

Registration is now open for the 2027 Winter Policy Forum! Join workforce leaders from across the country in Washington, DC, for timely policy discussions, insights from national leaders, and meaningful conversations about the issues shaping the workforce system. Secure your spot and be part of the conversation.

Registration Now Open!

The Winter Policy Forum is a gathering for NASWA state workforce members to discuss current and developing trends in the workforce system and how they will be affected by changes occurring in the national landscape. The meeting focuses on collaborating with representatives from the Administration, Congress, U.S. Department of Labor, Intergovernmental (IGO) partner organizations, WIOA partners, and other DC policymaking groups.

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Schedule of Events

Registration Types

The registration deadline is Wednesday, January 20, 2027 at 5:00 p.m. ET, or earlier if capacity is reached.

Member - $500

Members are state workforce agency employees or NASWA staff.

Committee Meetings

Committee members and invited guests only

One Day Committee Meeting $225

One and a Half Day Meetings $315

Government Partner - $600

Government Partners are USDOL employees, Federal Agency employees, Congressional staff, or Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) state agency partner employees.

Non-Member - $725

Non-Members are vendors, conference sponsors, and NASWA affiliates, or other organizations that do not qualify for Member or Government Partner registration.

Conference Hotel

Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

400 New Jersey Ave. NW

Washington, DC 20001

Registered attendees will receive the hotel link to reserve rooms within their event registration confirmation email.

Sponsors

Sponsorship opportunities for the 2027 Winter Policy Forum are now available!

Our Affiliates

National Association of State Workforce Agencies

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