Mental Health America Conference

September 17, 2024: Policy Institute Day

September 18, 2024: MHA Affiliate Day

September 19-21, 2024: Main Conference

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.

Virtual (Pay What You Can)

Open to any individual who wishes to participate. MHA is proud to offer free virtual access to our groundbreaking conference. Help power our mission with a voluntary donation—ignite change, one contribution at a time.

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.