Join us for the 2024
Napa Valley Wellness Conference
March 14-15, 2024 • Culinary Institute of America Copia
Building a Culture of WellnesS
Schools as Hubs, Students as Leaders
The 5th Annual Napa Valley Wellness Conference will bring together educators, administrators, practitioners, and student leaders for a comprehensive two-day Wellness Conference to elevate school-based mental health programs and showcase youth voice.
• Learn about mental health stigma and best practices to include youth voice in order to increase mental health service usage.
• Hear updates from experts about how to strategically build a sustainable wellness program and maintain school-based wellness programs.
• Learn about best practices addressing racial inequities in school-based mental health programming and racial trauma in students.
• See first hand what mental health hubs look like in action on one of our school site wellness center tours.
• Engage the youth voice through youth-led panels and discussions around mental health stigma reduction, the intersection of mental wellness and racial inequity and other pressing topics facing students.
Featured Activity
Wellness Center Tours
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Janet Taylor
Dr. Janet Taylor is a prominent clinical psychologist and mental health advocate who has dedicated her life to bettering the well-being of individuals and communities. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Taylor has made substantial contributions to the field of mental health through research, public speaking, and writing. Her compassionate approach to therapy and her commitment to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues have inspired countless individuals to seek help. In her recent book, The Courageous Classroom, Dr. Taylor explores how educators can create a culture of safety for students to learn and thrive.
Featured Film
RACE To Be Human
Directed by Scilla Andreen, RACE to Be Human addresses the apprehension and confusion so many of us feel when it comes to talking about race and racism. The film program examines micro-aggressions, allyship, the role of social media, and more. It also shares how we can promote curiosity, self-reflection, and empathy through conversations at home, school and work.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Shawn A. Ginwright
Shawn Ginwright, PhD is one of the nation’s leading innovators, provocateurs, and thought leaders on African American youth, youth activism, and youth development. He is Professor of Education in the Africana Studies Department and a Senior Research Associate at San Francisco State University. His research examines the ways in which youth in urban communities navigate through the constraints of poverty and struggle to create equality and justice in their schools and communities.
Registration Now Open
Join us for the 2024 Napa Valley Wellness Conference. Space is limited to register today to secure your spot!
Lodging not included in registration, however, CIA at Copia is located in downtown Napa. Please see available hotels here.
Conference Agenda
Day 1: March 14, 2023
8:00 – Registration Open
9:00 – Conference Kickoff
9:30 – Keynote by Dr. Janet Taylor: Creating a Culture of Safety for Students to Learn and Thrive
10:30 – Break
11:00 – Breakout Sessions & Wellness Center Tours
12:15 – Lunch & Networking
1:45 – Breakout Sessions
3:15 – Breakout Sessions
4:30 – Reception hosted by Napa Valley Vintners
Day 2: March 15, 2023
8:00 – Registration Open
9:00 – General Session: Youth Panel
10:30 – Breakout Sessions
12:00 – Lunch & Networking
1:30 – Breakout Sessions
3:00 – Wellness Activity Sessions
4:00 – Reception hosted by Napa Valley Vintners
Breakout session list coming soon!
Call for Presenters
Calling all youth mental health champions! We want YOU to share your insights and expertese at the 4th Annual Napa Valley Wellness Conference. Join us as we learn from leading experts, accomplished educators, and youth ambassadors as we all look to better our practice, deepen our impact, and expand access for youth mental health resources.
