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2027 WMHCA Conference

Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape

Contact information

Conference Committee Chair: Robyn Hansen

cpc@wmhca.org

Conference Information

May 13-15, 2027

Yakima, WA

Tickets go on Sale September 8, 2026. 

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Detailed Sponsorship Information

Sponsorship Rules and Regulations

Call for Proposals is Open

Timeline

Opens September 3, 2026

Closes October 15, 2026

Presenters Notified December 1, 2026

WMHCA’s 2027 Conference, Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape, will take place May 13–15, 2027, in Yakima, Washington. The conference will bring together mental health professionals committed to strengthening connections and fostering inclusive, affirming spaces for healing and growth.

The WMHCA Conference Committee is dedicated to recruiting and selecting high-quality instructors who provide engaging, impactful education aligned with WMHCA’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI). We take pride in curating learning opportunities that encourage mental health professionals to grow, reflect, build connections, and integrate inclusive practices into their work.

The Yakima Convention Center is located on the traditional and ancestral lands of the Yakama Nation, who have stewarded this land since time immemorial. We honor with gratitude the land itself and the Yakama people, past, present, and future

Meeting Information
  • The Conference Committee generally meets the 2rd Monday of the month at 9:00 AM. 
  • Meeting Registration is Below

Upcoming Meetings

  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 09/14/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 10/05/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 11/09/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    Show details

  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 12/14/2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 01/11/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 02/08/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

    Show details

  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 03/08/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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  • Conference Committee Meeting

    • 04/12/2027
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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  • Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape

    • 05/13/2027
    • 7:30 AM
    • 05/15/2027
    • 5:00 PM
    • Yakima Convention Center
    • 297
    Register

    WMHCA’s 2027 Conference, Bridging Connections: Navigating Inclusive Care in an Evolving Landscape, will take place May 13–15, 2027, in Yakima, Washington. The conference will bring together mental health professionals committed to strengthening connections and fostering inclusive, affirming spaces for healing and growth.

    Held during Mental Health Awareness Month, the conference offers a timely opportunity to recognize the importance of mental health, reduce stigma, and strengthen our collective commitment to accessible, equitable, and culturally responsive care. As conversations about mental health continue to evolve, clinicians play an essential role in ensuring that individuals and communities feel seen, supported, and connected.

     Registrations  Early Bird Jan. 15, 2027   March 31, 2027
     Student Members  $249  $249  $349
     Members  $349  $449  $549
     Non Members  $549  $549  $649

    Tickets go on sale Sept 8, 2026

    Get your tickets in advance as it is likely to sell out - registration closes April 30th, 2027.

    Single-Day Tickets: Single-day registration will be available beginning in April, space permitting.

    Pre-Conference Session: An optional pre-conference session will be available for an additional fee.

      Schedule Posted by January 6, 2027

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        No refunds will be given.

        Washington Mental Health Association (WMHCA) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 2079. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. WMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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      • Conference Committee Meeting

        • 05/17/2027
        • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
        • Zoom
        Register

        Help WMHCA plan our second annual conference in May 2027 designed to foster vital connections within our therapeutic community! To make this event a resounding success, we need your help. We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various aspects of getting the conference up and running. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful event, connect with fellow members, and gain valuable experience. If you're eager to lend a hand and help us create an unforgettable experience, please sign up to join us! We can't wait to see you there.

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      Thank you to everyone who helped make our inaugural 2026 WMHCA Conference a success!


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