Power Up 2026 A Leadership Conference for Youth Services Managers & Staff Call for Proposals Open<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/power-up/call-for-proposals/> Deadline to submit: August 10 March 26-27, 2026 | Hybrid Conference The Power Up planning committee wants your program proposals for Power Up 2026 to be held March 26-27, 2026, in Madison, WI. Topics could include, by are not limited to strategic planning, leadership styles & strategies, advocacy, intellectual freedom, mentorship, staff morale and retention, culturally relevant programing & collection, managing change, program assessment, innovative or experimental programming, and playful & connected learning. Conference sessions can take one of several formats, and you are welcome to submit multiple proposals! * Lecture presentation: 45-minute presentation + 15 min Q&A * Panel Discussion: 2-4 presenters focused on one big topic and sharing their experience * Workshop presentation: One-hour hands-on learning experience * Programming lightning talk: 5-8 minute mini presentation on or about a successful program * Roundtable discussion: Lead an in-depth full-group discussion on a topic of your choice. No need to prepare a presentation—just shepherd good conversation! Submit your idea<https://ischool.wisc.edu/continuing-education/power-up/call-for-proposals/> by August 10th, 2025. Selected presentation, workshop, and panel sessions will receive one complimentary conference registration. Selected lightning talk and roundtable presenters will receive a discounted conference rate. For full details visit the conference website: go.wisc.edu/882gy2<https://go.wisc.edu/882gy2> -- Questions? Email ce-info@ischool.wisc.edu