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NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania’s annual Youth Mental Health Conference is taking place on Friday, February 6, 2026, at The Westin Pittsburgh. This event is one of the only conferences in the country specializing in children, adolescents, and transition-age youth. The conference is geared toward parents, caregivers, mental health professionals, educators, and students.

Designed for a broad audience, this dynamic event creates a space where voices are heard, perspectives are shared, and solutions are explored together. Continuing Education Credits and Act 48 Credits will be offered. 
 

Keynote Presentation

This year’s keynote presentation, Beyond the Ripple: Addressing the Impact of Student Suicide in Schools, features University of Pittsburgh professors and national experts, Dr. Jack Rozel and Dr. Melissa Nelson. Their presentation will explore how schools can better prepare for, respond to, and recover from student suicide through proactive prevention strategies, mental health emergency preparedness, and effective postvention approaches.










    

Youth Panel Discussion

A youth panel titled, Youth Voices, Real Challenges: A Candid Conversation on Mental Health, will headline the afternoon plenary session. NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania Youth Mental Health Leadership Award Recipient and Vassar College student, Connor Dalgaard, will moderate a youth-led panel for an open conversation about the most pressing mental health challenges facing young people today, and what supports are making a meaningful difference and where gaps still exist.  

Registration Rates (Opening Soon)

School group rates are available upon request. For more information, contact Senior Manager of Grants and Fundraising, Sara Levine Steinberg, by email at slsteinberg@namikeystonepa.org or call 412-366-3788 (Ext. 122). 

Pursuant to the ADA, if you require specific aid or services, please contact Sara Levine Steinberg, Senior Manager of Grants and Fundraising, by email at slsteinberg@namikeystonepa.org or call 412-366-3788 Ext. 122. Please make all requests for accommodations at least three weeks prior to the conference date.   
 

Hotel Information

The Westin Pittsburgh 
1000 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (MAP)

Special Event Rate: $199.00 per night 
Start Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026 
End Date: Friday, February 6, 2026 

Last Day to Book: Saturday, January 10, 2026 

Marketing Opportunities

There are a number of marketing opportunities available for companies and organizations to showcase their mission and resources at the 2026 Youth Mental Health Conference.  

Sponsor 

Sponsors can choose from several categories, and each option gives companies and organizations an acknowledgment at the conference and in marketing materials, an exhibitor’s table, and ad space in the virtual program.  
 

Exhibit  

Secure your resource table today at one of the country’s only conferences specializing in youth mental health. Exhibit tables are located outside of the main ballroom to ensure visibility and high traffic volume. 
  

Place an Ad  

All ads will be featured in our virtual program that participants will access via the conference app. The app will also feature a schedule of the day’s events, bios on the main presenters, and workshop descriptions. Placing an ad is an opportunity to highlight your company or organization’s mission, promote your book or research study, or spread the word about an important initiative.  

If you have questions about marketing opportunities, please contact Senior Manager of Grants and Fundraising, Sara Levine Steinberg, by email at slsteinberg@namikeystonepa.org or call 412-366-3788 (Ext. 122). 
 

Thank You Conference Sponsors!
 

Conference Bag Sponsor



Afternoon Break Sponsor

Supporter Sponsors