The NAMI Iowa 2024 Annual Conference is designed to provide educational opportunities for individuals with mental health conditions, their loved ones, policymakers, and mental health professionals. Attendees can expect keynote sessions, breakout tracks, and a Calm Zone for relaxation and mindfulness activities. The conference will feature three tracks focusing on reimagining criminal and legal justice systems, understanding youth mental health, and celebrating mental health peers. Participants can customize their experience to align with their interests and needs.
Mental Health Conferences
NAMI Iowa 2024 Annual Conference
The NAMI Iowa 2024 Annual Conference offers educational opportunities for individuals with mental health conditions, their loved ones, policymakers, and mental health professionals. It will be held in Des Moines, IA.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: November 21, 2024
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
City/State: Des Moines, Iowa
Address: 101 E Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
NAMI Iowa
NAMI Iowa serves as a catalyst around advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all Iowans impacted by mental health conditions can lead better lives.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference begins with registration from 8:30 to 9:30 am, followed by a morning keynote by Shannon Scully. Breakout sessions cover topics such as assisted outpatient treatment and youth mental health. The day includes a lunch keynote by Erik Dominguez and concludes with a panel moderated by Bri Deason.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Shannon Scully
Director of Justice Policy & Initiatives, NAMI
Erik Dominguez
Communications Trainer, Public Speaking Coach
Bri Deason
Lived experience advocate
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
CEUs are offered for Foster Parent Training, Iowa Board of Certifications Credentials, and the NASW (National Association of Social Workers).
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown, providing convenient accommodation for attendees.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking details are not provided, but attendees may inquire directly with the venue for parking options.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Sponsorship opportunities are available, supporting the NAMI Iowa Annual Conference. For more information, potential sponsors can contact the organization directly.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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