February 28, 2026
Anaheim, CA
Join Us for the Inaugural Brotherhood Summit
The North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) is partnering with the Association of Fraternal Leadership & Values (AFLV) at their AFLV West conference to host a Brotherhood Summit aimed at shedding light on the mental health and wellness challenges facing college men — and how brotherhood can help.
Fraternities foster positive mental health and serve as a success accelerator for students. Yet we also know college men, including fraternity men, still struggle with loneliness, addiction and stress. More than ever, young men need opportunities for connection, support and belonging. Simply put: young men need brotherhood.
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Brotherhood is the cornerstone of the fraternity experience. Brothers feel comfortable having tough conversations and learning from each other in large part due to their mutual care and obligation to one another. Fraternity is well positioned to empower students to create a strong support system of brotherhood.
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The first of its kind, the Brotherhood Summit will offer space for fraternity men representing various organizations to learn from experts and connect with peers.
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The Brotherhood Summit is funded by the Elevating Fraternities Campaign, in large part due to a generous gift from Phi Delta Theta, without which this program would not be possible.
Keynote Speaker
Richard Reeves
Richard Reeves is the founding president of the American Institute for Boys and Men (AIBM), which he launched in 2023 to address the challenges facing boys and men through evidence-based research.
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His 2022 book, Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do About It, was described as a “landmark” in The New York Times and named a book of the year by both The Economist and The New Yorker. He is a nonresident senior fellow at the Brookings
Institution in Washington, D.C., where he previously directed the Future of the Middle-Class Initiative and the Center on Children and Families.
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His current research priorities include the impact and importance of fatherhood and gender gaps in education.
Exclusive Roundtable Discussion
Richard Reeves's keynote address will set the stage for a dynamic roundtable conversation with national thought leaders committed to men's growth and belonging.
An exclusive opportunity for Elevating Fraternities Campaign donors, this discussion will explore how brotherhood — across fraternities, teams and communities — remains essential to the development and well-being of young men today. Topics will include:
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​Men’s health and wellness
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Self confidence
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Dealing with failure and adversity
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Dating and romantic relationships
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Authenticity and vulnerability
Breakout Sessions
Stay tuned for breakout session details to be shared in conjunction with AFLV West programming!
Registration
Fraternity men attending AFLV West are welcome to attend the Brotherhood Summit keynote and related breakout sessions at no additional cost!
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Fraternity men not attending the full AFLV West program should contact their member organization to discuss their interest. Elevating Fraternities Campaign — coordinated by the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) and Foundation for Fraternal Excellence (FFE) — donor organizations are each allotted a pre-determined number of tickets to register their members. These organizations will coordinate registration of their members alongside NIC/FFE staff.
Attendees or their organization are responsible for their own travel and hotel accommodations.
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Brotherhood Summit will take place at the Hyatt Regency Orange County (the same property where AFLV West is held).
We are pleased to offer Brotherhood Summit registrants the opportunity to book their stay at the Hyatt Regency Orange County through AFLV's room block at the rate of $215/night + taxes/fees. Please note there is limited availability in the AFLV West room block and the deadline to book is February 2, 2026.
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There are multiple hotels near the Hyatt in the event AFLV's room block is full.
AFLV West
AFLV West is the oldest regional fraternal conference. The conference has met regularly since its establishment in 1948. Each year, more than 700 participants from more than 50 campuses come together at AFLV West for an experience with programming at all levels of the fraternity/sorority experience.
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The full AFLV West conference is Thursday, February 26 - Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Anaheim, CA at the Hyatt Regency Orange County. The Brotherhood Summit will take place only on Saturday, February 28.
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AFLV West online registration ends Tuesday, Feb. 10.
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Please note: The AFLV Conference Standards Policy applies to all participants of the Brotherhood Summit.
About the NIC
The North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) is a trade association that represents 61 national and international men’s fraternities, including a diverse range of culturally and religious-based organizations, on nearly 600 campuses in the United States and Canada. The NIC is committed to supporting opportunities for young men to seek and form positive, enriching fraternal bonds. The health and safety of students guides our advocacy, standards and education.
About AFLV
The Association of Fraternal Leadership & Values (AFLV) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that exists to accelerate progress in fraternity/sorority communities through change-enabling experiences. AFLV regularly engages nearly 300 campuses and over 4,000 fraternity & sorority members in attendance at our experiences each year.