Upcoming Conferences & Workshops

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Education Spotlight: Community Cats Program Management
Elevating community cat programs to the college level.

DATE: JANUARY 13, 2025 – MARCH 9, 2025
TIME: Materials will be available on demand. Live Q+A sessions will occur every Friday at 11:00 AM ET.
REGISTRATION: Fee is  $429. Click here to register before January 12, 2025

Are you ready to make a greater impact in your community? Registration is now open for the January 2025 session of the Community Cat Program Management Course in collaboration with the University of the Pacific, Benerd College!

Course leaders, Stacy LeBaron (Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance) and Elizabeth Finch (Community Cats Podcast), will facilitate this unique, fully comprehensive, eight-week certificate program that covers every essential aspect of building and managing a successful community cat initiative. Aimed at animal welfare professionals, veterinary students, animal control officers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare.

Through a blend of online lectures, interactive discussions, and real-world assignments, students will learn how to implement humane and effective strategies for managing community cat populations, ensuring their health and welfare while engaging positively with the communities they serve.

January 14, 2025

Colony Caretaking Tips & Tricks, Part 2

“Every challenge in colony care has a solution. Whether it’s predators, pests, or even harsh winters, the key is preparation and creativity.” Listen to episode #595, now featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director of Neighborhood Cats.   This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Get ready to take your colony […]
January 7, 2025

Colony Caretaking Tips & Tricks, Part 1

“Community cats are creatures of habit. By feeding them on a routine schedule, you’re not just meeting their needs—you’re building trust and making caretaking easier for everyone.” Press play and listen to episode #594 featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director of Neighborhood Cats. This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. […]
December 31, 2024

Strategic Planning for Community Cats and Their Caregivers in 2025

“My job is to figure out ways to get cats fixed. It’s about strategy, collaboration, and making humane care accessible to every community.” Listen to Episode #593 Now Featuring Stacy LeBaron, Founder & Host of The Community Cats Podcast in Conversation with Mike Phillips of Urban Cat League     […]
December 24, 2024

From Dairy Farms to DIY: A Look Back at 2024 and a Sneak Peek into 2025

“Pick that project you’ve been dreaming of and dive in—you’ll be amazed by what you can accomplish for your community’s cats!” Listen to Episode #592 Now Featuring Kristen Petrie, Technical Tabby, Community Cats Podcast     This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. This week, we’re pulling back the curtain […]
December 17, 2024

Piecing Together the Cat Overpopulation Puzzle

“Trap-neuter-return is one piece of the puzzle. When it’s part of a strategic cat population management program, TNR becomes a powerful tool for addressing feline overpopulation.” Listen to Episode #591 Now Featuring Vicky Halls, Head of Unowned Cats, International Cat Care     This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. […]