The Youth Canvas Conference aims to address various aspects of children and youth mental wellness, with a special focus on emergency medicine contexts. It brings together a diverse group of professionals, including EMS, therapists, and school health personnel, to explore patient care in different settings. The conference will feature didactic, interactive, and panel sessions, providing educational and networking opportunities. Attendees will engage in discussions on equitable care, community resources, and secondary trauma, aiming to enhance the systems of care approach.
Mental Health Conferences
Youth Canvas Conference
The Youth Canvas Conference, hosted by WIAAP, focuses on mental wellness for children and youth, including emergency medicine contexts. It will be held in Brookfield, WI.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: May 02, 2025
Location: Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield
City/State: Brookfield, Wisconsin
Address: 375 S Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
Event Format: in-person

Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
WIAAP
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics focuses on improving children's health and mental wellness through advocacy, education, and support.
Email: KKjensrud@wiaap.org
Phone: 262-751-7003
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
Cost | Type | Notes |
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$25.00 | Trainee/Student | Discounted rate for trainees and students. |
$49.00 | Community Member | Discounted rate for community members. |
$49.00 | Allied Health | Discounted rate for allied health professionals. |
$129.00 | MD/DO | Discounted rate for MD/DO professionals. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will include sessions such as 'Kids in the ER', 'Growing through Trauma', and 'Universal Screening for Suicidality'. For a detailed agenda, attendees can view the event agenda online.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Craig Becker, MSSW
Pediatric social worker at UW Health Kids/American Family Children’s Hospital.
Michael Kim, MD, FAAP
Pediatric Emergency Physician at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Francisco “Paco” Bonnin
Paramedic with Madison Fire Dept CARES Unit.
Kris McArdle, MSW
Pediatric social worker at UW Health Kids/American Family Children’s Hospital.
Purva Grover, MD, MBA, FACEP
Chair of the Pediatric Emergency Department at Cleveland Clinic.
Linda Hall, MA
Director of the Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health.
Elizabeth Wallis, MD, MSHP, FAAP
Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina.
Julie Incitti, MSW, APSW
School social work consultant at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Jennifer Zaspel, MD
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Children’s Wisconsin/Medical College of Wisconsin.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield, offering a group rate of $109.00 per night. Attendees are encouraged to book by April 1, 2025, to secure this rate.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
There are opportunities for exhibitors and sponsors to connect with attendees. Interested parties can explore the prospectus for more information and secure their spot. View Prospectus
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.
Reminder: This is an overview of this conference, and you should consult the official website for details on registration, fees, deadlines, and other details. Quill Therapy Solutions is maintaining this information to make it more accessible to the therapist and mental health professional community.
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