Montreal, Canada, 2027

July 23-25, 2027

Grounded in Research, Guided by Practice: Advancing Understanding of Emerging Adulthood

Two and a half decades of research have established emerging adulthood as a vital and influential field of study, shaping how we understand and support young people in this developmental period. Our CEA theme invites scholars and practitioners to extend this legacy by engaging in dialogue that bridges empirical insight and real-world application. We welcome contributions that illuminate how research can inform and transform practice – and, in turn, how practice can deepen, challenge, and refine our theoretical understanding. By fostering this reciprocal exchange, we aim to advance a field that remains both scientifically rigorous and meaningfully connected to the lived experiences of emerging adults.

Preliminary High-Level Schedule of Events

July 23, 2027	Preconference Workshops	Morning session 9am-12pm Afternoon session 1pm-5pm
July 23, 2027	Poster Session I Reception Opening remarks	6pm-7:30pm
July 24, 2027	Paper sessions Keynote Master Lectures	8am-5pm
July 24, 2027	Poster Session 2 Reception	12pm-1:30pm
July 24, 2027	Special dinner event	7pm-9pm
July 25, 2027	Paper sessions Master Lectures Presidential Address	8am-5pm
July 25, 2027	Poster Session 3 Reception Closing remarks	3pm-4:30pm
Other sessions		TBD