Peer Support Profession
Thank you for your interest in the "Peer Support Profession " summit on May 20-21, 2025, in Niagara Falls, NY. This cost-effective professional development summit brings together hundreds of organizations from across New York and various areas of North America. This summit will feature speakers with expertise and lived experience across systems that impact Adult, Youth, Family and Recovery Peer Support services and practices.
This year’s theme is “Recognizing the Value of Individual Lived Experience and Expertise”. We believe that amplifying and valuing lived experience will advance opportunities to transform, practice, community, system as well as enrich and save lives. We also acknowledge the need to recognize and highlight the intersectionality of various cultures, identities, generations, communities, and geographic locations.
Who Should Attend:
Peers from Adult, Youth Family and Recovery Specialist, Health Advocates, Clinical Staff, Managers, Directors, Stakeholders, Government Partners, Funders, Educators, Healthcare Administrators, Health Plans, Researchers and those who have a vested interest in advancing the needs and experiences of Peers and those with lived experience.
Summit Pricing and Registration Fees:
Inclusive of all summit sessions, reception, continental breakfast, and lunch on both days. Two days -$150 per personTwo days - $120 per person ( three or more registered together from same organization)One day- $80 Peer Run Organization Exhibitor table (two- days and two registrations) -$800
*Note all registrations will incur the Eventbrite fees Registration deadline is 5 /15/25 5:00 pm EST
NO refunds after 5/15/25Refund request are subject to a 25% service fees
Summit Logistics:
All conference activities and overnight accommodation will be at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel, 401 Buffalo Ave, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. The overnight accommodation fee for the conference is $118+ per night, in addition to resort fees and applicable taxes.
The code for those who wish to call is PCC. 716-524-3333 #1 for reservations.Rate block open until April 30, 2025
Scholarships:
A limited number of scholarships for summit registration only will be offered and prioritized for Family and Youth Peer Advocates. APPLY HERE
Schedule At A Glance
Tuesday May 20th
8:30am Registration 9:00am Opening Remarks 9:15am-10:30am Keynote and Panel10:45am-12:15pm- Session #112:15pm-1:30pm Lunch & Speaker 1:45pm-3:15pm Session #23:30pm-5:00pm Session #35:30pm Reception and Entertainment
Wednesday May 21st
8:30am Registration 9:00am Youth Voice Panel 10:30am -12:00pm Session #112:15pm-1:15pm Lunch1:30pm-3:00pm Closing Plenary Strategy Session
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