International Street Work Conference and Pilot Group Meeting
7-11 November, 2026
Hong Kong
ABOUT
The International Street Work Conference and Pilot Group Meeting 2026 addresses key themes in street social work, responding to the current needs of children and youth. This hybrid conference will be held in English, French, and Spanish at Saint Francis University and Hong Kong Playground Association - Jockey Club Silvermine Bay Camp, with online livestreaming available.
Everyone is welcome to register now.
Program
Conference Program
Every two years, representatives from the Dynamo International Network gather to address current and global needs in street social work. The two-day program will bring together delegates from around the world to share their experiences and knowledge in response to the five major themes of the 2026 Conference.
Program details are under preparation. More information will be available soon.
Pilot Group Meeting
A two-day Pilot Group Meeting engages delegates from across the globe, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, firsthand insights, and the exchange of best practices.
Program details are under preparation. More information will be available soon.
Community Visit
International delegates are invited to visit the Youth Night Drifters (YND) program, one of Hong Kong’s major youth-focused services. Representatives from local non-profit organizations will lead guided site visits to showcase their street work initiatives, methodologies, and approaches addressing the needs of youth.
Program details are under preparation. More information will be available soon.
THEMES
These topics have been identified as central to the objectives of the 2026 Street Work Conference. We will be inviting member countries to contribute presentations and share experiences on the following key thematic areas.
Mental Health
01
Promoting emotional well‑being and resilience among individuals, communities, and frontline workers
Digital Public Space
02
Exploring safe, inclusive, and empowering ways to engage and connect in an increasingly digital world
03
Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Addressing substance use challenges through harm reduction, education, and community‑based support
Sexual, Physical, and Psychological Violence
04
Confronting all forms of violence through prevention, protection, and trauma‑informed intervention
Career Development and Employment
05
Empowering individuals through skills training, mentorship, and pathways to meaningful employment
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