Welcome to the 5th Annual Joyful Warriors National Summit!

Registration is located in the Lone Star Foyer on the 2nd Floor.

To attend this special pre-conference event, you must pre-register. Your small $5 registration fee also gains Summit attendees one Free drink ticket at the Moms for Liberty Welcome Reception, 6:00 – 8:00 PM.

Located in the Lone Star Foyer, 2nd Floor

Speakers: TBA

Event Presenter: Jonathan Butcher, The Heritage Foundation. Moderated by: Ellie Houska, Associate, Partnerships, The Heritage Foundation.

Student achievement starts with high expectations; parents want schools that challenge students and prepare their children for success. In this session, join education policy expert Jonathan Butcher for a discussion on what it takes to raise academic standards, improve school performance, and make sure that every child has access to a quality education.

Event Presenter: Dr. Mary Talley Bowden, Americans for Health Freedom, Carrie Bigford, Texans for Vaccine Choice

The pandemic was a wake-up call, exposing long present fraud in the vaccine industry, government interference in the doctor-patient relationship, and egregious violations of our individual civil liberties under the guise of ‘public health’. Dr. Mary Bowden and TFVC Outreach Director, Carrie Bigford, will share vital information on how parents can protect themselves and their children from deception in the healthcare system and how you can enter the most impactful advocacy season of your life. Let go of fear, escape the conflict model of outreach, and discover a communication approach that empowers you to have conversations on challenging topics with love and results.

Event Presenter: Kim Hermann, CeCe O’Leary — Southeastern Legal Foundation

Parents are the best advocates for their children. But many parent advocates may not know where to turn when they need to address a problem in their child’s public school. Is it the courtroom? A school board meeting? Or somewhere else? Join SLF’s “mom lawyers” for a big picture conversation all about making the system work for YOU as a parent and citizen.

Event Presenter: Jay W. Richards, PhD; Jonathan Butcher; Lea Patterson — The Heritage Foundation. Moderated by: Justin Butterfield, Legal Action Center Director, The Heritage Foundation.

With an increasing amount of Islamic Immigration to the United States, parents and schools have found themselves having to ask the question: where is the line between allowing free exercise of religion, instilling religious values in students, and pressuring students into religious practices that are not their own? This panel of experts from the Heritage Foundation will explore concerns relating to Islamification in public schools, the constitutional questions at stake, and what parents can do to protect their children, demand transparency, and defend religious liberty in the classroom.

For decades, education reformers have worked to define, measure, and track not only what children know, but who they are—their character, behaviors, and mindsets. Artificial intelligence gives that data startling new power.

In this fast-paced session, researcher Priscilla West traces the evolution from Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Competency-Based Education (CBE) to digital profiles, predictive analytics, and AI-driven everything. She’ll show how seemingly disconnected education reforms have made children “machine-readable”—and why some of the most important questions about AI in education aren’t really about AI at all.

Parents will leave equipped to recognize these systems in their own schools, ask better questions about what is being measured and why, and demand clear boundaries between educating children and parenting them.”

Event Presenter: Laura Ackman, Teri Patrick, Ann Streit, Denise Bell, Rachel Wilson Snyder — Moms for Liberty

Join us for a powerful breakout session that examines the growing problem of biased and ideologically skewed social studies and history curriculum in K-12 schools. We will explore how history has been taught over the decades, the organizations and influences that have shaped the narrative (including the National Council for the Social Studies and teachers’ unions), and concrete examples of materials that present American history primarily through an “oppressive lens.”

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Event Presenter: Annie Chestnut Tutor, Michael Marinaccio — The Heritage Foundation. Moderated by: Bridget Weisenburger, Vice President, Outreach, The Heritage Foundation.

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how our children learn, communicate, and interact with the world around them. While new technology offers new opportunities, it also comes with significant risks and novel problems—issues surrounding student privacy, parental consent, and cognitive deterioration. This session will explore the new opportunities and risks of AI and walk through how you can protect your students when it matters most.

Event Presenter: Kimberly Richey, Assistant Secretary, Department of Education, Meg Kilgannon, Cherise Trump, Department of Education

What would changes to the U.S. Department of Education actually mean for parents, teachers, and students? In this interactive “mythbusters” session, panelists will separate headlines from reality and tackle some of the biggest questions surrounding the role of the federal government in education.
From FERPA and PPRA to the Office for Civil Rights, Title IX, special education, student privacy, and parental rights, the panel will explain what the law actually says, who has authority, and what could—or could not—change as education policy shifts back toward states and local communities.
We’d also like to make this highly interactive, incorporating rapid-fire “myth or fact” scenarios and audience Q&A so attendees leave with a clearer understanding of the federal education landscape, the rights and protections that remain in place, and where parents and teachers can turn when they need answers.

Event Presenter: Tiffany Marie Brannon, Alex Stein, Lydia Shaffer, Angela Belcamino, Carlos Turcios

Political outcomes are shaped long before Election Day—by the stories uncovered, the questions asked, and the narratives that take hold. Investigative journalists, political commentators, and independent voices increasingly play a critical role in bringing overlooked issues to light, challenging conventional narratives, and driving public debate. This session explores how research, reporting, commentary, and firsthand storytelling can take an issue from relative obscurity to the center of the cultural conversation. Panelists will discuss breaking through traditional media gatekeepers, building credibility with an audience, and using digital platforms to inform and engage the public—demonstrating how uncovering the right story can influence the conversations happening far beyond the ballot box.

Event Presenter: Delano Squires, Jay W. Richards, PhD — The Heritage Foundation. Moderated by: Rosalind Hanson, Moms for Liberty

America has a family crisis—marked by declining birth rates, growing instability in the home, and fewer and fewer marriages. Drawing from The Heritage Foundation’s landmark family policy agenda, this session will explore how work, marriage, child-rearing, and economic opportunity are interconnected, and what policymakers, community leaders, and parents can do to remove barriers to family formation and strengthen the institutions that sustain our society.

Event Presenter: Kimberly Richey, Assistant Secretary, Department of Education

What happens when a parent believes a school is failing to protect their child’s civil rights—and when does the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights step in? Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Kimberly Richey breaks down the role of OCR and gives parents a practical understanding of the protections available to students. This session will explore Section 504, including evaluations, accommodations, and equal access for students with disabilities; protections against retaliation when parents or students raise concerns; and the OCR complaint process. Parents will learn what types of concerns fall within OCR’s jurisdiction, what information matters when filing a complaint, and what can happen once a complaint reaches the Department.

Event Presenter: Charlie Misseijer, Melissa Karwowski, Teri Patrick — Moms for Liberty, Nicole Runyon – Psychotherapist and Parent Coach

AI is already in your child’s classroom, and it’s evolving fast! While schools rush to adopt the latest tech, our kids pay the price with their mental health, cognitive development, and their childhood. Join our panel of experts as they cut through the hype to reveal what AI is really doing to our children, what policy can actually protect them, and how parents can fight back before it’s too late.

INVITE ONLY DINNER

This intimate event will feature a special guest speaker and a chance to hear behind-the-scenes updates on M4L’s work from our CEO & Co-Founder, Tina Descovich. Neither of which will be heard anywhere else at Summit.

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Members of Moms for Liberty Giving Society are invited to join us for an exclusive dinner on Friday, Oct 9th, during our National Summit in Dallas, TX. Giving Society members are ardent supporters of Moms for Liberty,  If you’re not yet a member of this society and are interested in attending this dinner, CLICK HERE to learn more about the Giving Society or email Rosalind Hanson at [email protected].

In “America’s Moms,” Adam B. Coleman spotlights Moms for Liberty — a powerhouse of over 130,000 parents across 48 states — battling school indoctrination, gender ideology, explicit curricula, and union overreach. Through stories of whistleblowers, grieving mothers, injured athletes, and policy wins, it’s a fierce call to reclaim parental rights and safeguard children’s futures.

As grassroots advocates defending parental rights, facing intense opposition is inevitable. In this “Boots on the Ground” breakout session, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, author of Can I Say That?: Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly, equips you with practical tools to navigate high-conflict situations effectively.
This session translates psychological concepts into everyday practice. You will learn actionable strategies to manage emotional responses to attacks and master the vital discipline of responding thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively. The session explores clear frameworks for discerning when to engage critics and when to confidently walk away, alongside proven techniques for disagreeing without escalating the conflict.
Attendees will discover how to fiercely protect their mental health and peace of mind, ensuring they can remain active advocates for America’s children without risking emotional burnout. Equip yourself today to stand firm!

What is the real NOW solution to federal overreach? Article 5 convention gives a 5-10-year time frame. What if we don’t have 5-10 years to put the federal government back in its proper boundaries? No time for pointing fingers. KrisAnne Hall gives real time SOLUTIONS that We The People need to correct this federal government out of control. No opinions. Just historical facts.

As schools across America confront persistent violence, disciplinary challenges, and low academic proficiency, this session takes a closer look at the policies and narratives shaping how schools respond to student behavior and safety. Annette Albright, Dr. Robert Malone, and Ryan Petty will examine the realities behind the “school-to-prison pipeline” narrative and discuss how discipline, accountability, school safety, and academic achievement intersect.
Albright will address how disciplinary policies and the push to reduce suspensions, expulsions, and law-enforcement involvement can impact classroom safety, teacher authority, and the learning environment, while examining the consequences when serious student behavior is minimized or inadequately addressed. Petty brings a deeply personal perspective as the father of Alaina Petty, who was killed in the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Together, the panelists will draw on research, professional experience, and firsthand experience to identify lessons learned and offer recommendations aimed at creating safer schools and improving student outcomes.

It started with one brave young woman willing to speak up. What followed in New Richmond, Wisconsin, became a powerful example of what can happen when parents, students, grassroots leaders, and trusted partners come together. This session tells the story of Ella Frei, her family, and the Moms for Liberty leaders who helped turn one family’s concern into organized community action. From navigating the school system and mobilizing parents to engaging the school board, building legal partnerships, generating public awareness, and supporting families through controversy, the New Richmond story brings the Moms for Liberty mission to life.
Hear firsthand from the women at the center of it—and discover the “playbook” that helped one teen’s voice grow into a broader movement for change.

Do you know what your child is being taught—and whether you have to say “yes” before it happens? This breakout session equips parents with the legal knowledge and practical tools to take control of their children’s education. Learn the critical difference between opt-in and opt-out policies, understand your rights under landmark cases like Mahmoud v. Taylor, and discover how you can strengthen your state laws to provide powerful protections for families. Walk through real scenarios—from crafting an effective opt-out letter to writing strong legislation to protect parental rights in education. Whether you want to remove your child from specific content, advocate for stronger laws and policies at the state and local level, or connect with legal resources when your rights are denied, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan you can put to work in your community this school year.

Reforms for Honest Elections lays out a practical state-level agenda for 2027 and beyond. It covers a ten-point plan, with a focus on keeping American elections in the hands of American citizens, banning foreign funding in ballot issue campaigns, securing the initiative petition process, solutions for better voter list maintenance, increased transparency and accountability, and consolidating election dates. Drawing on public polling, recent state examples, and model legislation, the session explains the reforms that matter and how they can be pursued at the state level.

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To attend this special summit event, you must pre-register. Your small $5 registration fee also gains Summit attendees one Free drink ticket at the Moms for Liberty Cocktail Reception, 6:00 – 7:00 PM.

Speakers: TBA