Youth & Children

For the past few years at the Freedom Conference, a growing portion of attendees are young men and women under the age of 25. They come from colleges and universities, churches, big cities and small towns around the country. Sometimes they even come from outside North America. A few come with their families or with a friend, but most come alone. For many of them, the Freedom Conference is their first time experiencing freedom to talk, ask and share openly about their struggles in a Christian environment.

So Exodus created Xscape, a special part of the conference focused on the concerns of young people. Through Xscape, delegates under 25 have access to sessions, workshops, small groups and activities geared towards them. Our new Regional Freedom Conferences also have an Xscape track for students.

As we prepare for our upcoming Conference, our prayer is that God will be stirring in the hearts of more young people than ever to come to Irvine, CA to be encouraged, emboldened and experience Him with us.

Students, however, are often deterred from attending because of the cost. If there are young people in your church who could beministered to by the Exodus Freedom Conference, and who desire to go, please consider helping them get to Irvine, CA this summer! Also consider giving to our Freedom scholarship fund.

Students and Young Adults (Children see below)

Any minor, 17 years or younger, must be registered by a parent or guardian (Under Age Youth Policies & Guardian Form), and may attend workshops with a parent or guardian. Children under the age of 13 are NOT allowed in workshop sessions.

Anyone 18 or older is allowed to register as an adult delegate.

Youth Housing

Exodus will NOT assign housing for youth 17 and under; they must be housed with parents.

Special Note to Students and Youth Who Are Struggling

Please note that Exodus is aware of the growing desire among many teenagers to attend the annual conference for their own personal needs (not just because their parents are attending the event). Exodus International has a division called “Exodus Youth” which is committed to serving the needs of teenagers and college-age youth. The Exodus Freedom conference will include special events just for you!

Children Not Registered for the Conference
Exodus allows children 12 and under to attend the morning and evening general sessions, when accompanied by a parent or guardian who is registered for the event. Due to the sensitive and adult nature of the topics discussed at the workshop classes and special interest groups, no one under the age of 13 is allowed entrance into breakout sessions. Minors (age 13-17) may attend general sessions with a parent or guardian, but must be registered delegates to attend workshop sessions.