Join us for our annual conference dedicated to protecting children. This event brings together different types of professionals to share skills, improve investigations, and find better ways to prevent and treat child abuse.
Together for Children 2026
The Greg and Mary Ann Renz Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect
Event Details
- Dates: April 22–24, 2026
- Location: The Wilderness Resort (Glacier Canyon Conference Center), Wisconsin Dells, WI
- Continuing Education Credits: Attendees can earn credits for their professional licenses.
Who Should Attend?
We invite all professionals who work with children and families, including:
- Medical Professionals
- Social Workers
- Child Protective Service Workers
- Foster Care Professionals
- Legal Professionals
- Law Enforcement
- Child Advocacy Center Personnel
- School Personnel
- Mental Health Professionals
Conference Schedule
Wednesday, April 22: Seminar Day
Choose one intensive, all-day training session:
- Understanding CPS and the Juvenile Court
- Protecting Child Victims Through Best Practices in Interviewing, Investigation, and Courtroom Practice
- Enhancing Multidisciplinary Responses to Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Cases
Thursday, April 23
Keynote Speaker: Prudence Beidler-Carr, J.D., Director of the American Bar Association’s Center on Children and the Law
Topic: How Poverty Became Neglect in Federal and Wisconsin Law and Policy: A 1961 Magic Trick
Friday, April 24
Keynote Speaker: Elizabeth Jeglic, Ph.D., licensed clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Topic: The Swiss Cheese Model of Preventing Child Sexual Abuse
Why Join Us?
This is a unique chance to learn about new research and policies that impact child safety. You will collaborate with experts from across the country and Wisconsin to improve the lives of children and families.
Important Information
Registration Information
Links for registration and the full conference brochure are coming soon.
Virtual Learning
Can’t make it in person? We will offer virtual learning opportunities and lunchtime webinars throughout 2026. Stay tuned for dates!
Questions?
Please email us at pcaw@childrenswi.org.