Mental Health America’s Annual Conference
Sept. 17, 2024
Policy Institute
Sept. 18, 2024
Affiliate Day
Sept. 19-21, 2024
Main Conference
Capital Hilton | Washington, D.C.
Each year, thousands of mental health advocates unite in Washington, D.C., and online for an inspiring week of empowerment and innovation.
At this year's conference, we will explore ways to DISRUPT systemic barriers, REFORM harmful practices that prevent progress, and TRANSFORM the current landscape, ensuring everyone has equitable opportunity for optimal mental health and well-being.
Topics we're exploring in 2024
Community Responses to Disaster and Humanitarian Crises: Responding to climate issues, acts of violence, and other threats to the safety of local communities.
Local Solutions to Equity Needs: Identifying, responding to, and understanding the health equity needs of local communities and the impact on mental health.
Innovation: Exploring emerging trends in mental health treatment and well-being promotion, including digital mental health support, alternative therapies, spirituality, and more.
Substance Use and Mental Health: Exploring the connection between substance use and mental health and innovations in the treatment of dual diagnoses.
Advocacy and Policy: Innovative ways communities are advocating and implementing policy changes to support equitable access to mental health care and services.
Youth and Young Adults: Sharing youth-driven solutions co-created or led by young people.
Together, we embark on a journey of exploration to better understand how lived experiences, health equity, and social drivers impact mental health.
Attend the Mental Health America Conference and join peers, providers, government officials, media, and advocates to ignite a collective spark, share invaluable knowledge, and foster the next wave of advocacy for mental health.
By providing space for meaningful discussions and insight sharing, we aim to develop innovative strategies that address the holistic needs of individuals and communities alike.
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Learn more about Mental Health America Conference
September 17, 2024: Policy Institute Day
September 18, 2024: MHA Affiliate Day
September 19-21, 2024: Main Conference
Registration is now open.
Our conference will be held at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C.
Award nominations are now open until May 10.
Each year, we recognize exceptional advocates, peers, social workers, journalists, youth, and MHA affiliates with awards given during the Mental Health America Conference. These awards honor individuals making a difference in the mental health field, particularly in prevention and early intervention.
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Past conferences have offered continuing education credits, or CEUs, through the National Association of Social Workers Virginia Chapter. Approval for 2024 is pending.
Questions about Mental Health America Conference 2024?
Get in touch at events@mhanational.org