two exciting days

Register for the 2026 Hope & Healing Conference of WNY

June 5–6, 2026 | SUNY Fredonia – Williams Center
Choose the experience that’s right for you. Attend one day or both.

Attend Both Days

June 5–6, 2026

For professionals, advocates, and community members who want the full experience

  • Includes Day One + Day Two

  • Day One: The Power of Story

  • Day Two: Camp Hope: Where Stories Grow

  • CEUs & CTLEs available for Day One

  • One registration, two meaningful days

👉 Register

Day One Only

Friday, June 5, 2026

The Power of Story

For professionals, advocates, individuals with lived experience, and those interested in mental health & wellness

  • Focus on healing, resilience, and storytelling

  • CEUs & CTLEs available

  • Early-bird pricing available

  • Advance registration required

 

👉 Register

Day Two – Free Community Day

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Camp Hope: Where Stories Grow

For families, youth, and community members

  • Free and welcoming community experience

  • Interactive activities, resources, and support

  • Lunch and transportation available (first come, first served)

  • Advance registration required

👉 Register

Our 2026 conference will bring together change makers, professionals, families and community members to discuss important topics in mental health, substance use, suicide, and grief.

 

The Hope and Healing Conference will be held on the beautiful campus of State University of New York at Fredonia, in the Williams Center.  

Hope & Healing Conference Of Western New York Expands To Two Days In 2026, Adds Free Community Day

The Hope & Healing Conference of Western New York will return on June 5–6, 2026, expanding to a two-day format designed to inspire connection, learning, and community.

The 2026 Hope & Healing Conference is a one or two-day experience bringing together professionals, advocates, individuals with lived experience, families, and community members to engage in meaningful conversations around mental health, substance use prevention, healing, and resilience.

Conference Details:
June 5–6, 2026
State University of New York at Fredonia, The Williams Center, 280 Central Ave., Fredonia, N.Y. 14063

Day One (Friday, June 5) is open to professionals, advocates, individuals with lived experience, and anyone interested in mental health and wellness. Centered on The Power of Story, the day will explore how personal and collective stories can foster healing, understanding, and resilience. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) credits will be available. Early-bird pricing will be offered, and advance registration will be required.

Day Two (Saturday, June 6) is Family & Community Day, featuring Camp Hope: Where Stories Grow, a welcoming, interactive space designed specifically for families, youth, and community members seeking support, connection, and resources. This day is intended to reduce barriers to access for individuals and families and will be offered free of charge, with lunch and transportation available on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance registration will be required for all participants.

Additional details, including the full agenda and registration link, will be released soon.

Join us for two meaningful days of learning, connection, and hope, because every story matters.

For updates and announcements, visit HopeandHealingConference.com or follow the Hope & Healing Conference of WNY on Facebook.