NASOMH Annual Meeting 2026
Sunday, April 26–Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel
933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL 60062
About the Event
Join us for the 2026 Annual Meeting of the National Association of State Offices of Minority Health (NASOMH)—a premier opportunity to connect, collaborate, and cultivate strategies to eliminate health disparities and promote equity across the nation.
What’s Being Planned
A convening of This two-day event will bring together leaders from State Offices of Minority Health, community partners, and public health professionals to engage in interactive workshops, dynamic keynote sessions, site tours, and meaningful regional exchanges.
Event Schedule
April 26, 2026— Evening
- NASOMH Board Meeting (5-7pm)
- Meet and Greet; (7-9pm)
April 27, 2026 — Full Day Program (8:30am-5pm)
Morning
- Continental Breakfast (7-8:30am)
- NASOMH Annual Business Meeting
- Presentation of the 2025 White Paper
Afternoon
- Keynote Luncheon (Don’t miss our inspiring featured speaker!)
- Concurrent Workshops — Explore timely topics shaping public health equity
- Alternative Track: Community Partner Site Tour — Health Equity & Sustainability Project
April 28, 2026 — Half Day Program (8:30am -1pm)
- Continental Breakfast (7-8:30am)
- General Session: Mental Health Self-Care for SOMHs
- Regional Exchange: Learn, Share, Thrive
Registration (Choose Your Ticket Below)
Ticket Types
Conference Fees
Annual Meeting and Training rates are valid through February 28, 2026.
- Paid SOMH Entities (up to five members), Associate Members, Student & Retiree Members, Associations & Institutions (up to five members) are FREE
- Non-Members ($100 - Includes one-year NASOMH Membership)
- Students and Retirees ( $50 - Includes one-year Membership)
- Non-paid Affiliate Members $500 (up to 5 people)
- Associations and Institutions $500 (up to 5 people)
Annual Meeting and Training Rates starting March 1, 2026:
- Non-Members, $125
- Students and Eligible Retirees $75
- Non-paid Affiliate Members $550
- Associations and Institutions $650
All tickets include continental breakfast and snacks both days, lunch on April 27, access to all sessions, and materials. There will be no on-site registration.
Hotel Information
Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel
933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL 60062
Book early! A block of rooms have been reserved under a special group hotel until April 6, 2026, on a first come, first service bases. Please register for meeting prior to booking to guarantee room reservation.
Important Links
Agenda & Speaker Lineup (Coming Soon)
Who Should Attend?
State Office of Minority Health/Health Equity Staff & Directors
Local/State Health Departments
Health Equity Practitioners
Public Health Students & Fellows
Community & Faith-Based Leaders
Institutions & Associations
