Children's Trust Fund Grantee Training
November 12-13, 2026
Orange Beach, AL
Prevention is Possible!
The Children’s Trust Fund Conference provides grantee training from the Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention’s Children’s Trust Fund (CTF) program. CTF serves by securing resources to fund evidence-based community programs and is committed to the prevention of child maltreatment.
| Available Dates | November 12-13, 2026 |
| Registration Fee | $250 |
| Location | Perdido Beach Resort Orange Beach, AL |
| Lodging | Perdido Beach Resort |
Conference Overview
The registration fee to attend the two-day conference is $250 per person.
The conference fees include handout materials and CEU certificate. Treasury regulations may permit an income tax deduction for educational expenses (registration fees, travel, meals and lodging) undertaken to maintain or improve professional skills. The University of Alabama is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please make your request for accommodation at least 30 calendar days in advance of the program date by emailing professionaldevelopment@ua.edu
Lodging
Lodging can be booked at Perdido Beach Resort. The room rate is $139.
Children’s Trust Fund Grantee Training Agenda
Thursday, November 12, 2026
| Time | Session | Speaker(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 – 8:30 am | Conference Registrationand Breakfast | |
| 8:30 – 10:00 am | Welcome and Opening Keynote | Stacie LeBlanc, JD, MEd, Co-Founder and CEO, The UP Institute |
| 10:15 -11:15 am | Concurrent Sessions (choose one) | |
| Community Cafes as a Strategy for Community Converssation | Carolyn Abdullah, PAC Liaison/T/TA Coordinator, FRIENDS National Center for CBCAP | |
| Grant Writing: Show Me the Money! | Paul Morin, Program Coordinator, Alabama DHR | |
| Evaluation: Youth Programs | Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder, Dr. Ami Landers, Addison Braddock, and Donna Roland, Auburn University | |
| Executive Director Track: Fundraising 101 | Pam Parker, Retired | |
| TANF Track: DHR Fatherhood Policy Updates | Fannie Ashley, Program Manager, State Department of Human Resources Shari Bushong, Program Specialist, State Department of Human Resources | |
| Financial Q & A for Grantees | Erin Cauthen, Senior Accountant, Alabama Department of Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention | |
| 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Buffet Lunch | |
| 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Concurrent Sessions (choose one) | |
| The Cost of Child Maltreatment | Nyesha C. Black, Director of Demographics, University of Alabama Sallye Longshore, Director, Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention | |
| The Developing Brain: What Every Professional Working with Children and Families Should Know | Janice V. Johnson Dowd, MSSW, LMSW, Author, Speaker, Social Work Consultant, Four Pages, LLC | |
| Evaluation: Respite | Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder, Dr. Ami Landers, Addison Braddock, and Donna Roland, Auburn University | |
| Executive Director Track: Strategic Planning: Turning Vision into Action | Dr. Mark Nelson, Founder, M-pact Consulting | |
| TANF Track: Fatherhood Panel | ||
| 2:00 – 2:15 pm | Break | |
| 2:15 – 3:15 pm | Concurrent Sessions (choose one) | |
| Domestic Violence | The Lighthouse | |
| Parent Advisory Council | PAC Members | |
| Handle With Care, Creating Trauma Informed Communities | Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder, Dr. Ami Landers, Addison Braddock, and Donna Roland, Auburn University | |
| Executive Director Track: Succession Planning: Building Tomorrow's Leaders Today | Dr. Mark Nelson, Founder, M-pact Consulting | |
| TANF Track: Fatherhood Compass A Father-Centered Guide to Program Implementation | Sinziana Bularca, MCABH, Parenting Services Program Director, Champions For Children | |
| 3:15 – 3:45 pm | Break with Vendors | |
| 3:45 – 5:00 pm | General Session | Janice Johnson |
| 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Resource Fair and Reception |
Friday, November 13, 2026
| Time | Session | Speaker(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 7:45 am | Breakfast Buffet | |
| 8:15 – 9:15 am | Concurrent Sessions (choose one) | |
| From Trauma to Triumph: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences: Healing, Hope, and Moving Forward | Dr. Brian Anderson, Beautiful Scars Dr. Stassi Anderson, Beautiful Scars | |
| Growing Up in a Digital World: Technology, Brain Development, and Building Healthy Families | Janice V. Johnson Dowd, MSSW, LMSW, Author, Speaker, Social Work Consultant, Four Pages, LLC | |
| Communication and Public Relations | Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder, Dr. Ami Landers, Addison Braddock, and Donna Roland, Auburn University | |
| Executive Director Track: HR Essentials for Non-Profit Leaders: Part 2 | Meghan Royster, SHRM-SCP, Assistant Director, HR Business Partners, The University of Alabama | |
| TANF Track WorkforceDevelopment | ||
| 9:15 – 9:30 am | Break | |
| 9:30 – 10:30 am | Concurrent Sessions (Choose one) | |
| Child Screen Time: A Practical Guide for Coaching Families Toward Healthy Media Use | Liz Robinson, The University of Alabama | |
| Breaking the Cycle | Erin P. Hinz, LPC-S, Founder of Lifeline Solutions, LLC, The LiveWell Community & Growing Together | |
| Making a Difference through Advocacy | Bailey Waller, Governmental Relations Manager, Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention | |
| Executive Director Track: Developing a High-Performing Board of Directors: Recruitment, Engagement, and Accountability | Billy Kirkpatrick, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, Five Horizons Health Services | |
| TANF Track: Evaluation | Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder, Dr. Ami Landers, Addison Braddock, and Donna Roland, Auburn University | |
| 10:30-10:45 am | Break | |
| 10:45 – 11:45 am | Closing Keynote | Bryan Stevenson, Founder, Executive Director, Equal Justice Initiative |
Conference Registration
The registration fee to attend the two-day conference is $200 per person.
Register Online
You will be taken to our online registration area. The screen will look different from this part of our website. You will need an email address to use our secure online registration system. Please note, if you are registering more than one person, each must have an individual email address.
Register by Phone
Our Registration Services Office is open Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. To register by phone or for inquiries regarding your registration, please call 205-348-3000.
Register by Mail
Navigate to the printable registration form.
Special Accommodation Requests
The University of Alabama is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Requests for accommodation of physical and/or dietary needs should be made at least 30 calendar days in advance of the program date. Please email your request to professionaldevelopment@ua.edu.
Need our STAARS Vendor Number? Please use VC000118827 for UA Office of Teaching Innovation and Digital Education.
A portion of the invoice amount for this program will go to the Capstone Lifelong Learning Foundation to support activities of The University of Alabama and the Office of Teaching Innovation and Digital Education.
Cancellation Policy
A cancellation charge of 100% of the registration fee will be assessed on cancellations occurring within seven (7) days of the start of this session. Any changes to the session registration type (example: in-person to virtual or virtual to in-person) within seven (7) calendar days of the program will be assessed a $25.00 administrative fee. Refunds will not be granted after the program has begun. The University of Alabama reserves the right to cancel, postpone or combine class sections, to limit registration or to change instructors. Contact the Registration Services department at 205-348-3000 or registration_services@ua.edu to cancel your registration. View the OTIDE Cancellation Policy.
Sponsors and Exhibitors
As a sponsor or exhibitor of the CTF Grantee Training, your business will reach a targeted and engaged audience interested in learning and developing their toolbox. Select the option that best fits your needs.
Premier Supporter $5,000 (2)
- One exhibit booth in prime location
- Logo inclusion in pre-event email campaigns to all attendees and on the website
- Exclusive sponsor of the Welcome Reception
- Logo present on signage at conference meals and general sessions
- Gift bags: inclusion of branded items in attendee gift bags (items to be provided by sponsor)
- Keynote Speaker: exclusive sponsorship of a keynote speaker, with the option to introduce the speaker
- Printed Program or Agenda: sponsor recognition in the printed materials that attendees will reference throughout the event
Contributing Supporter $1,000
- One exhibit booth (1 booth attendant)
- Logo inclusion in pre-event email campaigns to all attendees and on the website
- Logo present on signage at conference meals and general sessions
- Printed Program or Agenda: sponsor recognition in the printed materials that attendees will reference throughout the event
Exhibit Booth $400
- One exhibit booth (1 booth attendant)
- Organization and logo recognized in the conference program
*Additional booth personnel can be added at the time of registration for $250.00
Questions about the event?
Contact Amanda Bergeron for more information.
