Community Health Worker Conference 2026
Community Health Worker Conference 2026
Thursday, August 13, 2026 (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM) (CDT)
Description
The 2026 Community Health Worker (CHW) Conference is a one-day event dedicated to celebrating, supporting, and strengthening the Community Health Worker workforce. Hosted by Healthways Alliance (formerly HealthVisions Midwest) in partnership with the Indiana Community Health Worker Association (INCHWA), this conference brings together Community Health Workers, healthcare professionals, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, and public health advocates for a day of education, networking, and collaboration.
This year's theme, "CHWs: The Heart of Public Health," will feature engaging presentations, valuable resources, networking opportunities, and exhibitors showcasing programs and services that support healthier communities.
The conference will be held on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the Indiana Welcome Center, 7770 Corinne Drive, Hammond, IN 46323, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CST. Vendor setup begins at 9:00 a.m., attendee check-in opens at 9:30 a.m., and presentations begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. Light refreshments and lunch are included.
While the conference highlights the important work of Community Health Workers, everyone is welcome to attend—you do not need to be a Certified Community Health Worker to participate.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with additional event details, including the conference agenda, presentation topics, and other important information.
Registration: Healthways Alliance Community Health Worker Conference 2026
Attendee – $40
- Admission for one person
- Light refreshments and lunch included
- Full access to conference sessions, exhibitors, and networking opportunities
Vendor – $75
- Admission for one representative
- One exhibitor booth
- Opportunity to share information, services, and resources with attendees during designated networking and break periods
Bronze Sponsor – $250
- Admission for two representatives
- One exhibitor booth
- Recognition during the conference
- Social media recognition from Healthways Alliance and the Indiana Community Health Worker Association, including your organization's logo and website link
Silver Sponsor – $500
- Admission for two representatives
- One exhibitor booth
- Recognition during the conference
- Organization logo featured on printed conference materials
- Social media recognition with logo and website link
- Five-minute live or pre-recorded promotional advertisement during the conference
Gold Sponsor – $1,000
- Admission for four representatives
- Two exhibitor booths
- Recognition during the conference
- Organization logo featured on printed conference materials
- Social media recognition with logo and website link
- Ten-minute live or pre-recorded promotional advertisement during the conference
Platinum Sponsor – $2,000
- Admission for six representatives
- Two exhibitor booths
- Premier sponsor recognition during the conference
- Organization logo featured on printed conference materials
- Social media recognition with logo and website link
- Up to a 25-minute presentation highlighting your organization and services
- Opportunity to include a promotional flyer or brochure in each attendee's conference packet
Thursday, August 13, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CST
- Vendor Setup: 9:00 a.m.
- Attendee Check-In: 9:30 a.m.
- Conference Begins: 10:00 a.m.