The European Social Services Conference is the leading social forum in Europe. Organised annually by the European Social Network (ESN), the event brings together all those with an interest in social welfare to exchange knowledge on contemporary social policy and practice. The 25th edition will take place in Valletta on 26-28 June 2017 in cooperation with the Maltese Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The event will explore how new innovative practices and technology can help create better local social services for the future.