Pathways to Hope is a free, empowering conference focused on transforming mental health understanding and support—especially at the intersection of faith and wellness. Join a welcoming community where mental health and faith connect. Nineteen NAMI State Organizations and Affiliates will host both national keynote sessions and locally curated workshops that explore the vital role of spirituality in mental health support. 

August 22-23. Pathways to Hope is a hybrid event featuring both virtual and in-person elements. All NAMI National sessions will be streamed virtually, while Affiliate-specific programming may take place virtually, in person, or both—depending on the location. 

Registration is open now and completely free. 

We’ve partnered with 19 local NAMI Affiliates to bring you meaningful, relevant programming. If you live near one of the listed locations, we encourage you to register through that Affiliate to access their unique content and in-person, hybrid or virtual events (you’ll still receive access to the National keynotes)

If you're not near a participating Affiliate, you’re welcome to register for the NAMI National virtual-only option. See below for Affiliate event formats:

Workshops will be organized into five key areas: 

• Mental Health 

• Peer Support 

• Therapy & Counseling 

• Faith & Community 

• Youth & Young Adults 

CCIE initiatives include: FaithNet, HBCU/College Engagement and the Sharing Hope Series, which includes Sharing Hope, Compartiendo Esperanza, Chai and Chat, and Maniwala. For more information, please email ccie@nami.org.

Pathways to Hope is an inclusive community for all experiences and perspectives, including all ages, races, genders, sexual orientations, religious practices, socioeconomic statuses, and any other demographic. We invite everyone attending to be their authentic self. Diverse perspectives and lived experiences guide our programming and our work. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive experience that reflects those values. Closed captioning and multi-language translation will be available for all virtual sessions, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees. 

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