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We are excited to announce that this year’s workforce development conference for Certified Peer Counselors, Peers, and Peer Allies will be held in Yakima at the Yakima Convention Center, August 21st and 22nd!
This Year's Theme:
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants: The Past, Present, and Future of Peer Support
Stay tuned for more exciting speaker and workshop announcements!
Hey Ambassadors of Hope! Do you have a workshop proposals for this year's virtual Peer Pathways conference that fits our theme, Building Inclusive Communities? If so, please submit it no later than June 3rd. All presenters will have their conference registration fee waived! Thank you for being part of our peer community and partnering with us to make this conference an incredible experience.
This conference is funded by The Washington State Health Care Authority and hosted by The Rainbow Makers and Jones Community Solutions. We invite you to check back for important conference updates or follow us on social media here: The Rainbow Makers and Jones Community Solutions
Traveling to the conference and looking for accommodations within walking distance of the event center?
Take advantage of our discounted rates and make your reservation at one of the following hotels:
The Baymont Hotel: Phone: (509) 654-9168
The Holiday Inn: Phone: (509) 494-7000
La Quinta Inn and Suites: Phone: (509) 249-1000
When calling to make your reservation, mention that you would like to book as part of The Peer Pathways Conference block.
You may also be asked to reference The Rainbow Makers to ensure you receive the conference discount rate.
We are excited to announce that the conference will be held in person at The Yakima Convention Center on August 21st and 22nd.
find it here!As always, this year's conference will be filled with incredible keynotes, peer panels, performing artists, and fun prizes!
Come together to peer into the future and strengthen our movement & peer workforce.
We are excited to have 2 keynote panels of experts talking about the Past, Present, and Future of Peer Support
Don’t forget to nominate a peer that you feel deserves the 2024 Cindy Willey Award for outstanding dedication, commitment, and support for the peers in Washington State! Nominations will close August 1, 2024.
Winner of the Cindy Willey Award will be announced at the conference!
2023 Cindy Willey was awarded to Stephanie Lane and Kyla Resch!
The PEER-O Award is awarded to a Certified Peer Counselor for their outstanding work in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice
Winner of the PEER-O Award will be annouced at the conference!
2023 PEER-O was awarded to Evelyn Clark!
Calling all Certified Peer Counselors, Peers, and Peer Allies to join us on August 21st and 22nd, 2024 for an incredible experience!
Scholarships are Closed
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