2026 Health Summit: Advancing Health in a New Era
About this Event
The 2026 Health Summit: Advancing Health in a New Era is an exciting conference dedicated to exploring innovative approaches and strategies to improve the health and well-being of our people and communities across the state.
New for 2026! The Summit will kick off with the Pre-Summit Opportunity & Job Fair on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM, providing students, recent graduates, job seekers, and young professionals with the opportunity to connect with employers, graduate programs, healthcare organizations, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community partners offering careers, internships, volunteer opportunities, and professional development resources.
Join us on Sept 24 & 25, 2026 at Dillard University, 2601 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70122 for two days of inspiring keynote presentations, engaging panel discussions, interactive breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and collaborative learning experiences. The Summit will open on Thursday, September 24, at 1:00 PM (registration begins at 12:00 PM) and continue on Friday, September 25, at 9:00 AM (registration and a continental breakfast begin at 8:00 AM). See the preliminary agenda below.
The Louisiana Center for Health Equity, in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Health, New Orleans Health Department, and Dilard University and additional partners, is pleased to announce the 2026 Health Summit: Advancing Health in a New Era.
The purpose of the 2026 Health Summit is to improve health in Louisiana by focusing on outcomes for women and children. The ultimate goal of our collective work is LA40by2030, or for Louisiana to rank in the top 40 for health outcomes by 2030. This work includes identifying, developing, and promoting practices and policies to support children and families.
Student Involvement Opportunities
Now accepting poster presentation and art exhibit submissions!
Submission Deadline: September 1, 2026 by 5:00pm CT
Art Exhibit Submission Form: Click here.
Poster Board Submission Form:Click here.
Become a 2026 Health Summit Ambassador!
Passionate about improving health in Louisiana? Apply to become a Health Summit Ambassador and help promote the Summit on your campus and in your community. Ambassadors will gain leadership experience, expand their professional network, support outreach efforts, and play an active role in advancing the LA40by2030 initiative.
Health Summit Ambassador Application: Click .
Continuing Education Opportunities
Additional details will be forthcoming.
Sponsorship and Partnership Opportunities Available
Partnership opportunities are available. Sponsorships start at $5,000. For sponsorship and partnership opportunities, please contact Alma at [email protected]
Registration Information
Registration as follows covers both days.
Ticket Pricing
Student Registration: $75
General Admission (Early Bird): $125
General Admission (Regular): $150 (Beginning July 25, 2026)
Student and Early Bird tickets go on sale June 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM CT.
Pre-Summit Health Opportunity & Job Fair
The Pre-Summit Health Opportunity & Job Fair will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM. Attendees wishing to participate in the Career Fair should register using the Pre-Summit Opportunity & Job Fair Attendee ticket.
Employer & Organization Tables
Organizations interested in recruiting students, recent graduates, and professionals may reserve an Employer & Organization Table for the Pre-Summit Opportunity & Job Fair on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Table registration includes exhibit space and complimentary registrations for designated organization representatives. See the Employer & Organization Table ticket for additional details.
Should you have any questions or like additional information, please e-mail us at [email protected].
Thank you,
2026 Health Summit Planning Team
**Check back frequently for information as it unfolds**
Where is it happening?
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