Events
Youth Mental Health Conference
7:45 AM - 4:00 PM
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Youth Mental Health Conference
NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania’s annual Youth Mental Health Conference is taking place on Friday, February 19, 2027, at The Westin Pittsburgh. This event is one of the only conferences in the country specializing in children, adolescents, and transition age youth. It’s geared toward parents and caregivers, mental health professionals, educators, and students.
The conference provides information on the newest research, innovative supports, and best practices to assist and advance the mental health needs of youth. The event will feature keynote presentations, workshop sessions, and an exhibitor hall. Continuing Education Credits and Act 48 Credits will be offered.
Call for Proposals
We are now accepting workshop proposals for the 2027 conference. Workshops must run 75 minutes in length including audience Q&A. The submission deadline is Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Only applications that are submitted on time and include all required information will be reviewed. Workshop topics include but are not limited to:
- Technology and Digital Well-Being
- Social Media, Self-Esteem, and the Teenage Brain
- Equipping Schools With Tools To Address Student Crises
- Eating Disorders/Early Signs of Eating Disorders
- Postvention and Suicide Prevention in Schools
- Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth
- Cultural Barriers to Treatment
- Peer-Led Crisis Support Models
- Burnout Prevention for Youth Caregivers and Providers
- Bridging the Parent-Teen Communication Gap
- Helping Families/Caregivers Deal With Youth Substance Use
- Loneliness and Helping Young People Find Connection
- The Mental Health Impact of Academic Pressure
- Parenting in the Age of Anxiety
- Understanding Neurodiversity in the Classroom
Hotel Information
The Westin Pittsburgh
1000 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Special Event Rate: $159.00 per night (plus taxes & fees)
Start Date: Thursday, February 18, 2027
End Date: Friday, February 19, 2027
Last Day to Book: Friday, February 5, 2027
Reserve Your Room
Guests can also call the Westin's reservations team to reserve their room: (412) 281-3700, ext. 7143 or 7141.
Marketing Opportunities
Put Your Organization in the Spotlight
NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania's Youth Mental Health Conference offers a variety of opportunities to showcase your organization, share your resources, and build meaningful connections with an engaged audience. Connect with professionals, educators, advocates, and families who are passionate about improving youth mental health. Whether you want to increase brand visibility, promote your latest research or initiative, or connect directly with conference attendees, there’s an opportunity for you.
Become a Sponsor
Elevate your visibility and show your commitment to youth mental health.
Our sponsorship opportunities offer organizations multiple ways to be recognized before, during, and after the conference. Depending on the sponsorship level, benefits include recognition in conference marketing materials, an exhibitor table, and advertising space in the virtual conference program book.
Explore our sponsorship packages and find the opportunity that best aligns with your organization’s goals.
View the Sponsorship Packet
Exhibit at the Conference
Connect face-to-face with an audience that cares about youth mental health.
Secure your resource table at one of the country’s only conferences dedicated specifically to youth mental health. Exhibitor tables are conveniently located outside the main ballroom, providing high visibility and steady traffic throughout the day.
Share your resources, connect with attendees, and introduce your organization to professionals and community members working to make a difference in the lives of young people.
Place an Ad
Get your message in front of conference attendees.
Put your organization, initiative, research, or book in the hands of conference participants. Ads are featured in our virtual conference program book, which attendees access through the conference app alongside the event schedule, presenter bios, and workshop descriptions.
An ad is more than a promotional opportunity—it’s a chance to tell your story, increase awareness, and connect your mission with people who are invested in the future of youth mental health.
Marketing Questions
If you have questions about marketing opportunities for the 2027 Youth Mental Health Conference, please contact Senior Manager of Grants and Fundraising, Sara Levine Steinberg, by email at slsteinberg@namikeystonepa.org or call 412-366-3788 (Ext. 122).
