2026 Conference Registration
Registration closes on March 6, 2026
Registration is now open for the
31st Annual Fulfilling the Promise Conference:
The Power of Joy
When: March 16-18th, 2026
Where: Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
511 E Adams St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Theme: The Power of Joy
In a world often defined by its challenges, we seek to reframe the narrative by focusing on a powerful and often underestimated force: joy. The Power of Joy is not a fleeting emotion; it’s a driving force that builds resilience, sparks innovation, and deepens connections. It’s the shared laughter that bonds families, the renewed energy that motivates professionals, and the collective spirit that strengthens communities. Our conference will explore how we can actively cultivate joy to foster growth and well-being in the families we serve, the organizations we work within, and the communities we call home. Join us in celebrating this essential human experience and discovering how it can transform our lives and the lives of those around us.
Ticket Options:
$100 per person for the Institute Session(s) for March 16th, which is inclusive of the institute day
$250.00 per person for March 17-18th, which is inclusive of both days of the conference, and access to recorded material for select presentations for 6 months after the conclusion of the conference.
Virtual-Only Option: $95.00, which includes access to keynotes and 1 presentation per session window that has been chosen in advance, as well as access to recorded material for 6 months after the conclusion of the conference. Sessions that will also be presented virtually are noted in the Whova app.
Click here to see a detailed listing of all available conference sessions: (Sessions with a laptop icon will be streamed for virtual ticket holders. Limited sessions will be streamed.)
We’re excited to offer another year of rich learning with a full institute day, 2 full days of sessions, and 2 outstanding keynote presentations.
REMINDER FOR 2026: In order to respect presenter’s enrollment limits, after completion of registration, you will RSVP for your sessions. Instructions for RSVPing will come in your registration confirmation email. Register early to get access to those sessions that interest you before they fill up and are no longer available. Please note that purchasing registration does not guarantee session availability, and selection is a separate process after registration.
The conference will be managed in the Whova Conference App. More information, including hotel room block reservations, will be emailed to you once you complete the registration process. All conference materials, Zoom links, bios and interaction will take place inside this app, which can be accessed via the web or smart device.
Payment is made directly at the time of booking through the Whova App!
Registration closes on March 6, 2026.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions at ftpconference@uwm.edu