2027 SSEA Conference on Emerging Adulthood

The Society for the Study of Emerging Adulthood (SSEA) is a scholarly association dedicated to advancing research on the developmental period between adolescence and adulthood. Founded in the early 2000s, the SSEA emerged from a growing recognition that the transition to adulthood had become prolonged and distinct in post-industrial societies, warranting its own interdisciplinary field. The biennial conference, held in Montreal in 2027, serves as the primary gathering for this community, bringing together psychologists, sociologists, educators, and public health researchers. Unlike large generalist conferences, the SSEA meeting maintains a focused, collegial atmosphere where emerging adulthood is the central, shared object of inquiry. The organization’s ethos is empirical and developmental, with a strong commitment to bridging research and practice for those working with young people aged 18–29.