Collaboration at Sea 2027 Conference & Cruise
Connect, learn, and collaborate alongside organizations and individuals working to strengthen families, communities, and systems impacted by incarceration.
Conference registration and cruise booking are separate.
A Conference Built Around Connection, Learning & Collaboration
Collaboration at Sea brings together people and organizations working to strengthen families, communities, and systems impacted by incarceration. Over five days, participants will have opportunities to learn, connect, share ideas, and build relationships in a setting designed for meaningful collaboration.
The experience combines conference training, networking, group meals, shared activities, and time to connect informally while traveling from Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas. Each day is designed to create space for new conversations, practical learning, and stronger partnerships.
Plan Your Collaboration at Sea Experience
Conference registration and cruise accommodations are booked separately. Choose your conference registration, then reserve your cruise accommodations through Baileys Luxury Travel.
Join the Conference
Save $100 when your cruise deposit is paid by December 31, 2026.
Register for the ConferenceReserve Your Cabin
Payment plans and cabinmate matching are available. Cruise pricing is separate from conference registration.
Book Your CruiseRegistration Deadlines
Pay your cruise deposit by December 31, 2026 to qualify for the $200 conference rate.
Late registration deadline for both conference and cruise: February 5, 2027.
Collaboration at Sea
2027 Conference & Cruise
Get a quick look at the conference, cruise, registration information, pricing, and important dates for Collaboration at Sea 2027.
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View Full FlyerDesigned for People Building Stronger Communities
Collaboration at Sea is designed for individuals, organizations, and partners working to strengthen families and communities impacted by incarceration and the justice system.
The conference brings together people from different sectors and backgrounds to share ideas, build relationships, learn from one another, and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
Nonprofit & Direct-Service Organizations
Organizations providing programs, support, and resources to individuals, children, families, and communities.
Advocacy Organizations
Advocates working to improve policies, systems, services, and outcomes for justice-impacted people and their families.
Public-Sector Partners
Government agencies, public programs, and community partners working across justice, family services, and related systems.
Researchers & Policy Institutions
Researchers, educators, and policy professionals interested in evidence, outcomes, and system-level change.
Funders & Philanthropic Partners
Foundations, donors, and funding partners looking to better understand needs, programs, and collaborative opportunities.
Lived-Experience-Led Organizations
Organizations and leaders bringing firsthand experience and community perspective into programs, advocacy, and systems change.
Faith & Community Organizations
Faith-based and community groups supporting families, building connections, and strengthening local communities.
Collaborative & Technology Partners
Networks, coalitions, technology partners, and other organizations interested in creating stronger connections and shared solutions.
Five Days of Connection, Learning & Collaboration
Collaboration at Sea combines conference sessions, networking, shared experiences, and time to connect throughout the cruise.
Boarding, Orientation & Welcome Events
Arrive, board the ship, get settled, and begin the experience with orientation, introductions, and welcome activities.
Nassau, Bahamas
Arrival in Nassau with opportunities for networking, free time, conference training, and collaborative activities.
Full-Day Conference at Sea
A full day dedicated to conference programming, learning, conversation, and deeper collaboration while at sea.
CocoCay, Bahamas
Arrival at CocoCay Private Island with networking, free time, conference training, and collaborative activities throughout the day.
Closing, Final Connections & Departure
Wrap up the conference experience, make final connections, and depart with new ideas, relationships, and opportunities for continued collaboration.
More Time to Connect
Each day will include opportunities to join group meals, reserved evening shows, and late-night collaborations.
Speaker bios and conference topics will be added as they are confirmed.
View Detailed Cruise AgendaEverything You Need to Plan for Collaboration at Sea
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Ready to Join Us at Sea?
Reserve your place for Collaboration at Sea and join an experience built around meaningful connections, shared learning, and collaboration.
We’re Here to Help
For questions about Collaboration at Sea, contact:
Bonnie Simmons bonnies@connecting4justice.org