Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference
Brighton Youth Services is excited to host our annual Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference!
Continue to check back here often as we continue to finalize our workshops and speakers.
We can't wait to see you on November 3 & 4, 2026!
What is the Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference?
The Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference is a youth conference designed to empower young people from across Colorado through a powerful mix of breakout workshops, leadership-building activities, and direct engagement with local elected officials.
This two-day annual youth leadership conference is open to Colorado youth grades 5-12. Young people can register to attend individually or with a chaperoned group from their school or organization.
Ten years of serving Colorado's youth
This is Brighton's tenth annual Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference and space is limited. Join us for an electric two days of connection, inspiration, leadership development, and opportunities to engage with leaders from across Colorado. We invite you to come celebrate 10 years of youth leadership at the Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference!
What to Expect in 2026...
300
Participants
7
Workshops
2
Tracks
2
Speakers
Ready to Join Us?
Registration opens September 1, 2026 and is open to Colorado young people in grades 5-12. Young people can register and attend individually or with a chaperoned group from their school or youth organization. Chaperones must also register in order to attend. Space is limited, so don't wait to reserve your spot at the 2026 Image Summit Youth Leadership Conference!
Complete Your Release Form
All Image Summit attendees are required to complete the City of Brighton's release form before attending the conference. Parents or guardians will need to complete the form for youth participants, so please be sure to take care of this step before October 28, 2026. English and Spanish versions are available.
2026 Keynote Speakers & Emcee
Blake Fly
Emcee
Hear from inspiring leaders. Each day of the conference begins with a keynote speaker who brings all conference attendees together and shares a message that inspires, challenges, and motivates. Throughout both days, our emcee keeps the energy high, helps guide attendees through the conference experience, and leads a workshop of his own. Together, our keynote speakers and emcee help make the Image Summit an engaging and memorable experience for young people. Stay tuned as we announce this year's speaker's!
2026 Breakout Workshops
Engage, Learn, and Lead
Image Summit attendees will take part in seven different breakout workshops on day one of the conference, designed specifically for their age group. Students in grades 5-8 and grades 9-12 will follow separate tracks and rotate through workshops with their assigned groups. From leadership and advocacy, to creative expression, teamwork, and self confidence, each workshop offers a chance to learn, connect, and grow.
Our team is in the process of selecting the 2026 Breakout Workshops. Stay tuned as we will announce them in early fall!
Thank you 2025 Sponsors
