About this Event
The CYFAR Professional Development and Technical Assistance (PDTA) Center hosts a yearly Professional Development Event. This event brings CYFAR grantees together to learn about the latest research, evaluation strategies, and program ideas and allows grantees to share best practices and lessons learned.
This year’s event will offer a multidisciplinary blend of sessions, speakers, and presentations focused on maximizing the success of our CYFAR programs. As a participant, you will have the opportunity to learn from a diverse range of experts who have direct experience and proven success in serving the needs of vulnerable children, youth, and families. In addition, there will be opportunities for networking and learning from other CYFAR programs, meeting with CYFAR coaches, and speaking with program leadership.
The event's goal is for you to learn from experts and grow professionally. You will acquire enhanced knowledge and innovative ideas to create change in your communities.
For additional information, please visit the event webpage or email us at [email protected]
FAQs
Who should attend this professional development event?
All CYFAR grantee staff must attend, including principal investigators (PIs), project directors, evaluators, technology specialists, and community site coordinators.
Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns.
What will I learn at this professional development event?
This professional development event provides attendees with learning opportunities and tools to enhance their skill sets to serve program participants better. Whether from the role of a PI or community site coordinator, attendees will learn about various professional development topics.
When can I register?
Registration ($450) is open until Friday, May 2, 2025.
Late registration ($500) runs May 3 - May 16, 2025.
Registration closes on May 16 at 11:59 pm.
What if I cannot attend this event and send a coworker in my place?
If a paid registrant cannot attend the event for any reason, they may have another person from the same institution attend as a substitute in their place. Please send an email and include the original registrant’s name and the name/email of the person attending in substitution to [email protected].
What is the refund policy?
Refund requests received on or before May 1, 2025: A full refund (minus the $75 processing fee).
Refund requests received between May 2-16, 2025: A 50% refund (minus the $75 processing fee).
No refunds or credits on or after May 16, 2025.
How do I make reservations at the hotel?
Go to: https://z.u.mn.edu/Galt
The hotel block is open until May 2, 2025, at 11:59 pm.
When should I arrive and depart from the event?
You should arrive on Monday, June 2 and depart Wednesday, June 4, the programming ends at 3:30 pm.
Onsite registration starts at 7:00 am, with breakfast 7:30-8:30 am on Tuesday, June 3. The last session ends at 3:30 pm on Wednesday, June 4.
When is on-site check-in available?
On-site check-in is Monday, June 2, 2025, from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. Registration will open on June 3, 7:00 a.m.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Galt House Hotel, 140 North Fourth Street, Louisville, United States
