2026 Call for Proposals: Family Support Fridays
We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Family Support Fridays Call for Proposals (CFP) is now open! Family Support Fridays is an advanced-learning, family support webinar training series. This training series runs each year and provides ongoing learning opportunities to family support staff, programs, providers, and parents alike.
Each year, Family Support Fridays reaches hundreds of family support staff, providers, programs, and parents across Massachusetts and beyond. We are seeking both new and experienced presenters to share their expertise and help advance the field of family support.
Deadline to apply: Friday, January 30, 2026
Notification timeline: Applicants will be notified on a rolling basis, with final decisions shared no later than Friday, February 13, 2026.
Who should apply?
Family Support Fridays proposal submissions are pen to all individuals and organizations with experience training or presenting on family support topics. We welcome proposals across a wide range of subject areas, including (but not limited to):
- Family support and engagement
- Parenting education and support
- Fatherhood and co-parenting
- Child sexual abuse prevention
- Cultural humility and DEIB practices
- Child development (all ages)
- Community engagement and initiatives
- Program planning, development, and group facilitation
- Supporting children and families with ID/D or other special needs
- Supporting LGBTQ+ youth and families
- Immigration and refugee advocacy and support
- Complex family situations (including family violence, substance use disorder, and housing instability)
- Reducing child abuse and neglect
How to Apply
Submit your proposal using the Call for Proposals form below. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Helpful Links:
Questions? Please contact training@childrenstrustma.org