The 2026 TRI will build on the success of the past years' virtual institutes as an engaging professional development opportunity. We seek presenters and proposals that share new techniques, the latest research, and innovative programming in Therapeutic Recreation.

Dates: January 9, 2026 - January 30, 2026 - All sessions are virtual and recorded.
Session length: 1 hour 15 minutes - Most sessions begin at noon eastern

Proposals due September 12, 2025

Presentation topics can include, but are not limited to:
  • Professional development and leadership
  • Therapeutic programming
  • Mind-body connections such as yoga, tai chi, mindfulness
  • Treatment interventions & strategies
  • Recreation therapy competencies
  • Research & outcomes measurement
  • Access to & advocacy of the profession
  • Evidence-Based Practice & Outcomes
  • Healthy lifestyles
  • Assessment tools and activities
  • Social network building and social support
  • Environmental design and modification
  • CTRS specialty certification areas
  • Innovative techniques and activities
  • Identifying and Developing Community Resources
  • Nature-based interventions

Please consider providing a session at this year's TRI!
All selected speakers will receive a complimentary registration for the event.
Contact institute coordinator Kealy Daye at kealy@prps.org with your questions or ideas.

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* 1. Session title (please limit to 15 words or less):

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* 2. Session Description: To be used on registration page or online promotions (please limit to 80 words).

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* 3. Speaker Information: If submitting a panel session, this contact should be the primary contact. For additional speakers, please complete the attached addendum for each additional speaker.

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* 4. Please submit a brief bio to be used in institute related materials.

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* 5. We will be seeking Continuing Education units from NCTRC for all presentations.  Please indicate which Knowledge Areas for TR your presentation will touch on (check all that apply)

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* 6. Describe the educational needs that this session will be addressing:
Example: The need to inform TR professionals on the benefits and techniques of guided imagery.

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* 7. Describe at least three (3) learning outcomes for this session (Participants will):
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-Participants will experience guided imagery for themselves.
-Participants will learn about the benefits of guided imagery
-Participants will be given the necessary instruction to practice guided imagery in their settings

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* 8. My preferred day and time to present (please rank 3 dates)

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* 9. All selected proposals will receive a complimentary registration. If you are seeking additional compensation, please share your request below. PRPS is a non-profit organization and does not normally offer payment for presentations.

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* 10. Speaker 2   Contact Information (if co-presenting)

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* 11. Please submit a brief speaker bio to be used in the speaker directory. Do not attach a resume to this document.:

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* 12. Speaker 3   Contact Information

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* 13. Please submit a brief (3-4 sentence) speaker bio to be used in the speaker directory. Do not attach a resume to this document.:

Thank you for your proposal.
Open call for Presenters ends September 12th.
After, will be in touch to discuss your proposal.
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