
The Hope & Healing Conference of Western New York will return to the State University of New York at Fredonia on Wednesday, June 9, 2027 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with registration open at 8:00 AM.
This year's theme, "Pathways to Wellness," will explore the many ways individuals, families, and communities can build connections, foster resilience, and support mental health and overall well-being. The conference brings together individuals 13 and over comprised of professionals, advocates, community partners, and individuals with lived experience to share knowledge, inspire meaningful conversations, and strengthen connections across Western New York.
Conference organizers are currently accepting presentation proposals from individuals interested in sharing their expertise, experiences, and innovative approaches to mental health, substance use, suicide prevention and awareness, grief and loss, wellness, recovery, and community support.
Opportunities include engaging breakout sessions and brief, inspirational Hope Talks. Presentations should contain material appropriate for attendees 13 and up.
Additional conference details, including registration information and programming updates, will be announced in the coming months. For more information, visit HopeandHealingConference.com.