TEXAS FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION

2027 Annual Conference

Honor the Past, Master the Present, Secure the Future

April 5 - 8, 2027 | Waco Convention Center, Waco, TX

2027 Annual Conference Call for Presentations

You are invited to participate in the TFCA annual conference by submitting an abstract presentation for consideration by the TFCA planning committee. Sharing is at the heart of successful continuing education. Presenting at the TFCA annual conference provides you with an excellent opportunity to share your knowledge and network with other interested conference participants.

Share Your Knowledge

Submission deadline: Monday, December 7, 2026

At this time all we need is a short abstract or summary of the proposal, the full presentation does not have to be completed at the time of submission.

Submit a Presentation Proposal

Session Format

Each session will be 55 minutes: 45 minutes of prepared presentation, and 10 minutes for questions. You may present individually, or you may choose to arrange a group presentation.

Call for Presentation Topic Suggestions

The planning committee is seeking all types of presentations, however, have identified a list of topics as specific areas of interest to the TFCA Membership. If you would like to submit an abstract on a different topic, please do - TFCA is always interested in new ideas.

  • Department Best Practices
  • Policy, Governance & Funding
  • Health, Wellness & Firefighter Safety
  • Building Construction, Materials & Emerging Hazards
  • Community Risk Reduction & Public Engagement
  • Technology & Innovation
  • Staffing, Recruitment & Retention
  • EMS
  • Leadership
  • Other

Important Dates

Proposal submissions: Submissions will be accepted until Monday, December 7, 2026.

Acceptance notifications: Information will be sent regarding the acceptance of abstracts by Friday, December 18, 2026.

Questions?

Should you have any questions about this process, please forward them to [email protected] or call (512) 939-7277.

Submit your proposal by December 7, 2026.

Submit a Presentation Proposal

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