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Community Mental Health Summit in Eastern Washington
May 21
The Community Mental Health Summit in Eastern Washington is a full-day, in-person event taking place on May 21, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM at Washington State University Spokane. Hosted by the APPROACHES Lab in the Department of Community and Behavioral Health Sciences, this summit will bring together behavioral health providers, researchers, students, community organizations, and policymakers to explore practical, community-based approaches to improving mental and behavioral health outcomes across the region.
The program will feature three session blocks with symposium-style presentations followed by audience Q&A, covering topics such as housing and homelessness, co-occurring substance use, culturally responsive care, youth mental health, crisis response, and innovative clinical and community-based services. The day will conclude with a panel discussion featuring Senator Marcus Riccelli regional leaders focused on behavioral health challenges and opportunities in Eastern Washington.
Continuing education (CE) credits will be offered for a range of mental health and medical professionals. This event is free to attend, but registration is required due to limited capacity.
