NAMI Maryland's 44th Annual Conference

NAMI Maryland’s 44th Annual Conference brings together individuals with lived experience, families, caregivers, mental health professionals, Peer Specialists, advocates, educators, policymakers, and community leaders for two days of education, connection, advocacy, and collaboration.

The conference features an in-person day on October 15, 2026, followed by a virtual day on October 16, making meaningful learning and engagement accessible to participants across Maryland and beyond. A special virtual Provider Day of Learning on October 24 will offer additional education and collaborative dialogue for behavioral health professionals, clinicians, service providers, and systems partners.

With up to 40 workshops and plenary sessions, the conference will explore critical issues including mental health awareness, stigma reduction, co-occurring disorders, access to care, crisis response, and the importance of elevating the voices of people with lived experience.

Together, we will build connections, strengthen partnerships, share knowledge, and advance a more informed, equitable, and supportive future for mental health in Maryland.