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2025 Surviving to Thriving Conference
November 13-16, 2025
New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Conference Check-In Begins: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Conference Ends: Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Conference Registration pricing is $250/person
Registration Deadline: October 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. CT
Who Should Attend?
This conference is appropriate for surviving family members, co-workers, and guests of the C.O.P.S. National Board who are age 18 and over. Please note there is no Daycare or Kids Program for children under the age of 18.
Why Should You Attend?
For four decades, the C.O.P.S. mission of "Rebuilding Shattered Lives" has brought a source of connection and support for survivors. By supporting our mission's goals, we are proud to offer this fun and uplifting conference for ALL SURVIVORS! The “Surviving to Thriving” Conference invites survivors to come together, regardless of survivorship, to participate in informational life sessions, interactive experiences and fun activities. Most importantly, the bonds of peer support will be evident giving you the ability to share experiences and find comfort in a supportive community. Whether you feel like you're just surviving or thriving, this conference promises to be an uplifting and empowering event, fostering personal growth, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds of survivorship.
Conference Registration
Conference Cost:
$250/person
Registration Covers:
Conference & Breakout Sessions
Fun Activities
Networking Opportunities
2 Lunches
1 Dinner
*All other expenses are the parties responsibility*
New Orleans Marriott
The Host hotel for the Surviving to Thriving Conference is the New Orleans Marriott. It is located 15 miles from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). The hotel does not provide airport shuttle service.
555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
$162/night + taxes
This conference does not replace the FREE Hands-On Programs available to survivors. This is an additional opportunity for survivors to connect with their family, blood AND blue!
Schedule of Events
Attendees will have a variety of sessions to choose from including fun activities. The conference will have a unique range of exhibitors and time to network with other survivors.
*These times are subject to change*
Thursday, November 13
Official Arrival Day - Upon arriving, get checked into your room and relax. In the afternoon, registration will be open to pick up your conference credentials.
Friday, November 14
8:30 am - 9:00 am Explore Exhibitors
9:00 am - 10:30 am Breakout Sessions
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Welcome Session
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Explore Exhibitors
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Breakout Sessions
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Interactive Activities
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Blue Family Gathering
Saturday, November 15
8:30 am - 10:00 am General Session
10:00 am - 10:30 am Explore Exhibitors
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Breakout Sessions
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Explore Exhibitors
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Breakout Sessions
3:30 pm - 7:00 pm Enjoy Canal Street!
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Coloring & Cocktails
Sunday, November 16
8:30 am - 10:00 am General Session
10:00 am - 10:30 am Explore Exhibitors
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Breakout Sessions
Noon Conference Concludes
Travel
Information
Attendees should plan to arrive on Thursday, November 13th and depart after the conference ends at Noon on Sunday, November 16th.
Airport
Information
Attendees can fly into the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). The hotel does not provide an airport shuttle service. Those flying in to attend the conference can take an Uber/Lyft/Taxi to and from the airport.
Other Ways to Be Involved
Survivor Weekends and Camps Sponsors
Conference & Training Sponsors
