We’re delighted to announce that the XXth conference of the European Association for Research on Adolescence (EARA2026) will be held 18-21 August 2026 at the Utrecht Science Park in Utrecht, The Netherlands.

EARA2026 will bring together leading researchers, practitioners and early-career scholars interested in adolescence, offering a dynamic platform for sharing innovative work, forging new collaborations and deepening our understanding of this pivotal life-stage. The conference theme is Dynamics of Youth. This theme reflects the strong collaboration of EARA2026 with Utrecht University strategic research theme Dynamics of youth, in which, inspired by societal issues, researchers from different disciplines integrate their expertise to answer crucial questions for future generations.

You can expect a rich scientific programme, including keynote lectures, invited symposia and workshops, opportunities for early-career researchers to engage and network, and a social programme including conference dinner and excursions around Utrecht, allowing you to connect beyond the formal sessions.