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Preliminary Convention Schedule
This schedule lists the dates and general times for most convention events. A schedule with specific start and end times for individual events will be released as it is developed. We suggest you use the schedule below for help in travel planning.
Tuesday, June 29
Evening
- Council Meetings:
- National Consumer Council
- State Presidents Council
- National Veterans Council
- Executive Directors Group
- Affiliate Leaders Networking
Wednesday, June 30
Morning
- Leadership Institute
- Family-to-Family & NAMI Basics Program Directors Meeting
- Special Needs Seminar
Afternoon
- NAMI Education, Training & Peer Support Institute & Workshops
- Special Interest Networking Meetings
- Open Mic with the NAMI National Board of Directors
Evening
- Convention Orientation and Mentoring
- Legislative Briefing
Thursday, July 1
Morning
- Legislative Plenary
- Congressional Visits on Capitol Hill
Afternoon
- Opening Plenary
- Candidate Speeches
Evening
- State Caucuses
- Talent Showcase
Friday, July 2
Morning
- Voting (all day)
- Research Plenary
- Symposia - Group One
Afternoon
- Symposia - Group Two
- Workshops - Group One
Evening
- To be determined
Saturday, July 3
Morning
- Workshops - Group Two
- Annual Business Meeting
Afternoon
- Ask-the-Doctor Sessions
Evening
- Convention Banquet