September 14 - 15, 2026 | Atlanta, Georgia
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About the Summit
The Clean Slate Initiative’s Lived Experience Leadership Summit brings together Directly Impacted leaders from across the country: people who have been affected by an arrest or conviction record themselves or through a loved one.
Participants will engage with peers, strengthen their leadership, and help shape the future of the Clean Slate movement — or any space they’re working in. This invitation-only gathering is designed to create space for connection, skill-building, and leadership growth.
Attendees can find information on the program and speakers by clicking the button below.
Important Information
Nominations Are Now Closed
Thank you for your interest in attending the 2026 Lived Experience Leadership Summit!
Nominations have closed for this year.
Scholarships
We are committed to making this experience accessible.
A limited number of scholarships are available to support travel and participation for selected attendees.
If you are selected to attend, we will share information about scholarship applications with you via email.
Registration
Attendance is by invitation only.
If you've been invited to attend through direct communication with The Clean Slate Initiative, you can register by clicking the button below.
Hotel Information
The Clean Slate Initiative has room blocks available at the following hotels near the Summit.
Note: If CSI has communicated with you that we're covering your lodging costs through a scholarship, you do not need to book your own room.
1231 West Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta GA 30309
Room Rate Starting at: $164
Booking Deadline: August 19, 2026
1340 W Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta 30309
Room Rate Starting at: $239
Booking Deadline: August 31, 2026
35 14th Street NE, Atlanta GA 30309
Room Rate Starting at: $229
Booking Deadline: August 31, 2026
Travel Information
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for The Clean Slate Initiative. Please click here to book your flights.
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST)
Refer to Meeting Event Code: NY4ZH
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this event open to the public?
No. This is an invitation-only summit.
What time does the summit start / conclude?
This event will start at 6 p.m. ET on Monday, September 14, and will end at 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 15.
Can I apply to attend?
Attendance is by nomination. You can nominate yourself or someone else using this form.
Where is the summit located?
Atlanta, Georgia. Additional venue details will be shared with confirmed participants.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. A limited number of scholarships are available. Selected nominees will receive information about scholarship applications in their confirmation email.
Will there be a CSI Convening this year?
No. We will host CSI’s next convening in 2027. Stay tuned for more information on next year's convening.
Who do I contact with questions?
