Lights On Afterschool (LOA) is a nationwide initiative, organized by the Afterschool Alliance, that unites thousands of community organizations and millions of people across the country to celebrate the importance of afterschool programs for youth and communities. Several NAZA partners will be hosting community events this October to celebrate Lights On Afterschool. Support our out-of-school time programs and youth in …
Empowering Youth Development: Highlights from 4th Annual LED Conference
The Nashville After Zone Alliance (NAZA) hosted its 4th Annual Learn, Engage, Develop! (LED) Conference on Thursday, March 5, 2026. More than 130 youth development professionals, educators, and advocates came together for a full day of learning, collaboration, and professional enrichment. This year’s conference featured 12 workshops and panel discussions addressing some of the most relevant and timely topics in …