Present At The Next CACFS Conference
We are excited to share the opportunity to become a presenter at the 2026 California Child & Family Services Conference, taking place August 31–September 3, 2026 at the Anaheim Marriott!
Our annual conference brings together nonprofit leaders, clinicians, social workers, and child- and family-serving professionals from across California. We are seeking proposals that incorporate case studies, real-world applications, and audience participation with experiential learning. Panel discussions and co-presenter formats are also welcome. We're looking for sessions should be tailored to provide practical takeaways and immediately applicable strategies. Attendees include nonprofit leaders, social workers, clinical and program staff providing foster care & behavioral health services.
Priority Topics Include:
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)
- Youth & Family Engagement and Empowerment
- Leadership Development & Organizational Culture
- Operations & Infrastructure
- Practice Improvement
- Policy & Advocacy across Behavioral Health, Child Welfare, Juvenile Justice, Prevention, and Education
Why Present?
- Complimentary conference registration for the day of your session
- Increased professional visibility and networking opportunities
- The opportunity to shape conversations and strengthen the field
Important Details:
- Proposal Deadline: March 16, 2026
- Location: In-person at the Anaheim Marriott
- CE Eligibility: Priority given to sessions submitted with required CE documentation
If you know a colleague doing exceptional work, please share this opportunity with them. Questions, please contact Ivon Favela, Director of Training at Catalyst Center, at ifavela@catalyst-center.org.