In-Person
2026 PreventionWorKS and Prevention Advocacy Day
Hosted by Kansas Prevention Collaborative
Feb 25–26, 2026 The Beacon, Topeka, Kansas
Health & Social Care
About This Event
A two-day event bringing together youth and adults in Topeka to advocate for prevention and wellness in Kansas. The first day features advocacy workshops to prepare participants for legislative engagement, while the second day includes a youth panel and scheduled meetings with elected officials at the Kansas State Capitol to promote mental health and substance misuse prevention strategies.
Topics Covered
Trauma, Crisis & Emergency
Suicide Assessment/Prevention/Treatment
Addiction & Substance Use
Co-Occurring DisordersSubstance Use DisordersAlcohol Use Disorder
DEI & Cultural Competence
Health Equity & Disparities
Leadership & Management
Team Leadership
Mental Health & Neurodiversity
Anxiety & Mood Disorders
Wellness & Self-Care
Wellness & Prevention
Venue
Registration & Fees
Who This Event Is For
Industries
Health & Social Care
Professional Fields
Medical & Direct CareMental Health & CounselingSocial WorkNursing & Advanced PracticePublic HealthRehabilitation Professionals
Professions
Social WorkersCommunity Health WorkersHealth Educators
Who Can Attend
Youth and adults interested in prevention advocacy, mental health and substance misuse prevention
Target Audience
Youth and adults interested in advocating for mental health and substance misuse prevention in Kansas