Pictured are some of those who recently attended the 2026 Hope & Healing Conference of Western New York.

The 2026 Hope & Healing Conference of Western New York brought together advocates, professionals, individuals with lived experience, families, and community members for two days of presentations and discussions.

More than 175 attendees participated in the first day of the conference to hear keynote presentations, participate in breakout sessions and share resources. That included Hope Talks, which offered personal perspectives.

The conference welcomed an attendee from Algeria.

The second day included the Family & Community Day, Camp Hope: Where Stories Grow, a discussion facilitated by Joseph Green where youth, families, community leaders, and attendees gathered together in a large circle to share perspectives and ask questions.

To learn more, visit: hopeandhealingconference.com.