University of Wisconsin-Extension Human Development Institute

09/28/2026

📖 Are you a helping professional aiming to have supportive and successful financial conversations with your clients? 💰

Then this training program is here to help you!

Encouraging Financial Conversations (EFC) is a virtual professional training program offered by UW-Madison Division of Extension each year to support your work with clients. The program includes six weekly online sessions and is open to all! Whether you are a case manager, social worker or other frontline staff, you will walk away with practical tips to help empower your clients to achieve their financial goals and manage their finances.

🌟 This course has been approved by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Wisconsin Chapter, for six continuing education hours for social workers. To earn these NASW continuing education hours, attend all 6 sessions and complete the evaluation survey.

⏰ Join us on:
Oct.6 - Nov.10, Tuesdays
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CT
Held virtual

🔗 Follow the link to register today: go.wisc.edu/tln06k
Visit the EFC website for more information: go.wisc.edu/a70vv7

Get ready to learn practical financial tips that can help you and your clients achieve financial success!

09/25/2026

💼 Want to feel more confident helping your clients facing new public benefits requirements?

The UW-Extension is launching another new EFC Booster Session in October: Navigating Public Support Changes with Your Clients.

This session is designed to help professionals like you and anyone interested in building stronger, more meaningful conversations around money. In this session, you’ll learn practical tips to strengthen your confidence when working with clients on meeting new requirements for public benefits.

⏰ Session Time: October 15: 1-2:30 p.m.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/KfY5SYHdpcNicWkH6
Take the next step in supporting your clients through public benefits changes!

09/23/2026

09/22/2026

2026 Fathers In Focus Conference is calling ☎️❗️

Join us on Oct. 10 to hear from our keynote speaker, Mike de la Rocha, a USA Today bestselling author. In his keynote, “Sacred Lessons in Fatherhood: Healing the Wounds We Carry,” Mike will explore how fatherhood can create opportunities for healing and connection across generations.

📅 October 10, 2026
📍 Madison College, Truax Campus
🔗 Register today: go.wisc.edu/fathers

Registration closes on Oct 9th!

09/18/2026

🎥 The thing no one tells you about being a father is…
Let’s hear what one of our hosts has to say about the Fathers in Focus Conference!

👨Alvin Thomas, PhD

Join us on October 10 at Madison College Truax Campus for the 2026 Fathers in Focus Conference. Whether you’re here for meaningful conversations, the Man Cave, the Dad Jokes Championship, connecting with other fathers and peers, or simply enjoying good vibes and music, there’s something for you 🎵

🔗Follow the link to register: go.wisc.edu/fathers

We’re so excited to see you there!

09/11/2026

🎥 The most rewarding part of being a dad is…

Hear what Adam Trunzo has to say on this topic:

👨Adam Trunzo
👔Title: UW-Madison, Division of Extension

Join us on October 10 at Madison College Truax Campus for the 2026 Fathers in Focus Conference. Hear from Adam Trunzo share his program and experience about fathers and more! Discover practical tools you can use either as a dad, coach or mentor! Leaving inspired to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.

🔗Follow the link to register: go.wisc.edu/fathers

We can’t wait for you to join us!

09/04/2026

Eat dinner with us at Culvers in New Glarus on Wednesday September 9th, and support the Fathers in Focus Conference!

Find out more about this fatherhood event at go/wisc.edu/fathers!

09/04/2026

🎥 The thing no one tells you about being a father is…

Let’s hear from Bronson D McCarty:

👨Bronson D McCarty
👔Title: Co-Founder @ What's Next
💬Topic: Being a father that is intentional and purposeful

📍 Let’s hear from him on October 10 at Madison College Truax Campus for the 2026 Fathers in Focus Conference. Gain new perspectives, build meaningful connections, and discover practical strategies to make a greater impact—as a father, mentor, coach, or family advocate.

🔗Click the link: go.wisc.edu/fathers

Register today and we will see you there!

09/03/2026

Registration closes tomorrow!

This is the last chance to register for this most suitable course to help you or your loved ones to prepare for the end of life. This whole 7-session virtual program provides everything you need to know about planning AHEAD, covering topics such as advance directives, financial changes, estate planning, and more. 📋💡

🗓️ September 10–October 22, 2026
🕚 Thursdays, 11 a.m.–Noon
🖥️ Virtual on ZOOM
💵 $30 – Program materials included!

⚠️ Registration is required, and space is limited.

🔗 Planning ahead and don’t miss out this last chance to gain a peaceful and less-burden end of life! https://go.wisc.edu/0kfbj7

08/31/2026

🚨Webinar starts tomorrow!

🏡 Parents, family members, and caregivers: Don't miss Parenting in a Digital World—your chance to gain practical, research-based strategies for supporting your child as new school phone policies take effect.

Learn how to:
📱 Build healthy digital habits
💬 Talk with children and teens about phone use
🤝 Support your child at home and partner with schools

Parenting in a Digital World
🗓️ Tuesday, September 1, 2026
🕕 6:00–6:30 p.m.
🆓 FREE

🔗 Register now - registration is limited! go.wisc.edu/p4e83g

✨ We'll see you tomorrow!