IAPN 17th Scientific Conference Advancing Mental Health Across the Globe
Schedule
Thu May 21 2026 at 08:00 am to 03:00 pm
Location
Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/ Jackson Memorial | Miami, FL
About this Event
International Association for Psychiatric Nurses 17th Scientific Conference Advancing Mental Health Across the Globe Evolution Innovation and Technology for Future Care
The International Association for Psychiatric Nurses, in collaboration with Jackson Health System, will host its 17th Scientific Conference in Miami May 21 through 22, 2026.
This global event will bring together leading mental health experts, researchers, and clinicians to examine the evolution of psychiatric nursing, the role of technology, and innovative approaches shaping the future of care.
What Attendees Can Expect
- Expert-led presentations and panel discussions highlighting the latest research and innovations in mental health care
- Sessions addressing global mental health systems and the future of care delivery
- Opportunities for researchers to share findings through abstract presentations
- Networking with international colleagues dedicated to advancing mental health
- A guided tour of Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital
- Presentations from experts on employee well-being, workplace violence, student mental health, therapeutic milieus, community partnerships supporting mental health, and AI technology and mental health.
The conference will be held at Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/ Jackson Memorial on the first floor.
Together, participants will explore solutions, exchange knowledge, and strengthen the path toward mental well-being worldwide.
Agenda
?: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Continental Breakfast/Networking
?: 08:35 AM - 08:45 AM
Welcome: Co-Chair Miami 2026 Local Organizing Committee
Info: Neele Aziaka, ANM, FABQAURP, CHCQM, MSN, MS-PSL
LaShonda Jones, PhD
?: 08:45 AM - 09:00 AM
IAPN President’s Address
Info: Femi Duyilemi, MSN, RN, PMH-BC, Global President
International Association for Psychiatric Nurses (IAPN)
?: 09:05 AM - 09:35 AM
“The New Workforce Imperative: Mental Health as a Business Priority”
Info: Michelle Kligman, PsyD, MBA, MS – EVP & CHRO - JHS
?: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Remote Presentation
Info: “We See Them Struggling: Key informant perspectives
on psychosocial and institutional support gaps for stressed health science
students in resource-constrained universities” - Presenter: Bhekithemba Vellem
Where is it happening?
Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/ Jackson Memorial, 1611 Northwest 12th Avenue, Miami, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 50.00 to USD 450.00
