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A View from All Sides

New England’s premier family support training conference.

About the conference

A View from All Sides is a two-day training conference, hosted by the Children’s Trust, that brings together prevention and family support experts to share best practices for strengthening families and communities across Massachusetts.

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You Belong Here

Whether you’re a home visitor, social worker, teacher, mental health clinician, program staff, family advocate, caregiver, or community member — your work matters. Attendees come from every corner of the family support field and are united by a shared purpose of helping children and families thrive.

Wednesday, October 21 – Thursday, October 22

A View from All Sides will feature in-person sessions on Wednesday, October 21, and virtual sessions on Thursday, October 22, along with networking opportunities, exhibitors, and resources. Don’t miss your chance to hear from experts in the field from across Massachusetts and beyond.  

Join us for two days of learning and connection — attend in person at the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore and online via Attendee Hub and Zoom.

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Hear from Past Attendees

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[A View from All Sides] continues to be one that I look forward to every year. Thank you for always bringing in high quality presenters and topics.

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The View was amazing! After talking to others, it sounded like every session was perfectly presented in a way everyone could relate.

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A woman with braided hair, wearing a denim jacket, sits at a desk with a laptop, hands clasped, and looks to the side during a meeting or presentation. A water bottle and notepad are on the table nearby.

This was my first experience attending [A View from All Sides] and I really enjoyed it! It was just the boost I needed. Thank you for organizing this event!

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Two women smiling and sitting at a round table with conference materials, a purple tumbler, a muffin, and a colorful bouquet of flowers in a brightly lit event room.

Best [A View from All Sides] I attended! So well organized and easy.

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Four women are sitting and smiling in a conference room, appearing engaged and happy. One woman in front has curly blonde hair and wears a yellow vest. They are seated around a table with a flower arrangement.

Thank you to all the staff for putting this annual A View from All Sides conference together. Very useful information for the work we do in supporting families.

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Event Highlights from 2025

Executive Director at the Children's Trust with the 2025 A View from All Sides Keynote Speaker.
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Children's Trust staff with the Fran Litman Award Winner.
Full ballroom with attendees for A View from All Sides.
A presenter speaking in their session to a room of attendees.
Two attendees smiling in the ballroom.
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Attendees talking with exhibitors at an exhibitor table.
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A woman with long brown hair, wearing a maroon dress and black cardigan, smiles while holding an award in front of a backdrop with the children’s trust logo.
Recognition
November 17, 2025

Celebrating Leadership, Vision, and Partnership: A View from All Sides Awards Ceremony

Each year, A View from All Sides brings together staff, leaders, and changemakers who share a commitment to strengthening families and advancing the field of family support.

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