We are delighted to announce thatonline registration is now open for the National Servas Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota! 

Join us for a gathering rooted in peacebuilding, cultural exchange, and learning from Minnesota's rich traditions of community care, civic engagement, and social action. This conference is an opportunity to reconnect with old friends, meet fellow Servas members from across the country, and build meaningful, lifelong connections. 

Accommodations and Arrival 

Accommodations at the University of Minnesota will be available beginning Thursday, August 6.The conference officially begins on Friday, August 7, with an optional paddleboat dinner cruise on the Mississippi River. Advance registration for the cruise is required. Participants should gather at Pioneer Hall at 6:00 p.m. to carpool or take public transportation to the departure location. 

Conference Theme 

This year's conference will explore how communities come together to strengthen democratic values, foster civic participation, and respond to social challenges through cooperation, dialogue, and collective action. 

Program Highlights 

Current program highlights include: 

• A panel discussion on immigration, community response, and civic engagement 
• The Servas Peace Award presentation 
• A possible Monarca/Unidos training focused on democracy, legal rights, constitutional observation, and community response initiatives 
• A presentation on the Boundary Waters and environmental concerns related to mining 
• Servas workshops and practical "how-to" sessions 
• Morning grounding and mindfulness activities 
• An easy walk along the East River Park Trail to Bridal Veil Falls 
• An optional visit to the Science Museum 
• We are also intentionally leaving space in the schedule for informal conversation, storytelling, and connection—an essential part of the Servas experience. 

Departure 

The conference concludes at noon on Sunday, August 9.  

University accommodations will remain available Sunday night. Unfortunately, extended stays before or after the conference cannot be accommodated through Servas.Attendees who are interested in staying longer canreach out to the University directly through their website. 

The University does offer summer housing to non-University guests based on dorm availability. If space is available, they may be assigned the same room in Pioneer Hall (as they will have for the conference), but it would be at the University’s standard summer housing rate, paid directly to the University. 

Additional Information 

For local attractions, please visit Explore Minnesota's summer travel resources.