Arizona Mental Health Summit
Strong Minds, Stronger Communities: Strengthening Mental Health in Arizona
We are at a turning point for mental health in Arizona—and we can’t do this work alone. The State of Mind: 2025 Mental Health Summit brings together leaders, providers, educators, advocates, and community members to strengthen mental health across our state.
In Arizona, 1 in 4 adults report symptoms of anxiety or depression, and more than half of youth with major depression go untreated. Real change starts when we come together, share ideas, and take action.
Join us for a full day of powerful conversations, practical tools, and actionable opportunities to make a meaningful mental health impact. Whether you work in public health, education, policy, healthcare or simply care deeply about mental health, this is your space to learn, connect, and lead.
Join us on October 16, 2025.
About the Summit
Sponsored by the AZ Blue Foundation, we are bringing together public health experts, local nonprofit leaders, policymakers, and community influencers for vital conversations about mental health in Arizona – the crisis, the challenges, and the needed change.
Event Details:
When: October 16, 202
Where: Sheraton Downtown Phoenix
Registration: Opens July 15!
What You Can Expect:
- Motivational keynote speakers
- Topic specific breakout sessions
- Hands-on volunteer opportunities
- Engaging networking sessions
- Informative resources
When: October 16, 2025
Where: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Registration: Opens July 2025!
Missed the 2024 Mental Health Summit? Or want to see what you can expect this year?
Watch the full lineup of keynote presentations and breakout sessions on demand.
Courage in Action Awards
Individuals and organizations were nominated for advancing positive mental health in Arizona.
Congratulations to the 2024 winners and nominees for advancing mental health Arizona! These inspiring individuals and organizations demonstrate courage through tireless commitment, advocacy, and impactful work.
The winners received:
- Commissioned art piece created by Resilient Health
- $2,500 to direct to the nonprofit of their choice working within the Foundation’s health focus areas
Meet the Finalists and Winners
Watch how these individuals and organizations are paving the way to a healthier Arizona through their mental health work and advocacy.
Thinking about 2025 nominations?
Nominate yourself or recognize someone dedicated to improving mental health in Arizona. All nominees must meet the following eligibility criteria.
Individual
- 13 years of age or older
- Be making measurable and meaningful contributions related to behavioral health (e.g., mental health, substance use) in Arizona
- Provide examples of activities and impact (can date back to 2020)
Group or Organization
- Non-profit, for-profit, educational institution, or governmental agency
- Be making measurable and meaningful contributions related to behavioral health (e.g., mental health, substance use) in Arizona
- Provide examples of activities and impact accomplished (can date back to 2020)
Components required for Individual nomination:
- Nominee and Nominator Contact Information
- Please describe how the individual has made a meaningful impact in serving the behavioral health needs of Arizonans. Provide specific examples of projects or activities that demonstrated courage in action.
- Please tell us what city and county the project/activity served; include any other relevant geographic or demographic details.
- Upload attachment(s) that support the nomination, such as testimonials, news coverage, letters of support, etc. Please limit attachments to a maximum of three (3) documents.
Components required for Group or Organization nomination:
- Nominee and Nominator Contact Information
- Please describe how the group or organization has made a meaningful impact in serving the behavioral health needs of Arizonans. Provide specific examples of projects or activities that demonstrated courage in action.
- Please tell us what city and county the project/activity served; include any other relevant geographic or demographic details.
- Upload attachment(s) that support the nomination, such as testimonials, news coverage, letters of support, etc. Please limit attachments to a maximum of three (3) documents.
Mental Health Summit Library
Access videos and photos capturing the insights and stories from this impactful event.