Mental Health Conference
July 25 - 28 • Houston
Choose your wellness journey
Melanin Minds continues our annual tradition of celebrating Minority Mental Health Month with a 3-day conference dedicated to BIPOC mental health, right in the heart of Houston, TX! This year’s venue is the historical Mellie Esperson building at 808 Travis Street.
Build your own agenda out of over 25 interactive & actionable sessions, featuring panels of melanin thought leaders, hands-on workshops, and community talk circles. Connect with local resources & small businesses while smashing stigmas & healing in community.
Get ready for a transformational weekend NOW - stream our official conference playlist on Spotify, curated by DJ Amber of Bronze Productions.
Choose your registration level
Access to Conference Days 1, 2 & 3 (July 26-28)
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Access to VIP Mixer + Preview Night with early registration (July 25)
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FREE Self Care Sunday wellness services (first come, first served)
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Early signup for Self Care Sunday wellness services
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Swag bag with partner goodies
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Swag bag with premium goodies, including ride share coupons
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Access the Conference VIP Lounge
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Limited Edition 2024 Melanin Minds T-Shirt
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Youth
General
VIP
Volunteer
Thank you to our generous sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! We are now offering single day passes for conference days 1, 2, and 3. General Admission and VIP still grant access to all 3 conference days.
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Participant applications are closed. Please be on the lookout for 2025 applications in the Spring!
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Yes absolutely! Anyone can purchase a Volunteer ticket, no experience needed.
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Volunteer ticket covers the cost of your Melanin Minds volunteer t-shirt and grants access to all 3 days of the conference - attend sessions while you're not on duty for 83% off!
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Nope, we are completely indoors this year, including yoga & all activations.
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Thanks to our sponsors we will have water & Celsius available throughout the conference. There will be breaks for attendees to find lunch on their own (or together with new friends!) downstairs in the ever popular Finn Hall.
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Rideshare is highly encouraged! Compliments of our luxury rideshare partner Alto, attendees will receive $10 off 5 rides during conference days. Street parking or paid public parking is available across the street from the venue.
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This is a multigenerational experience! While subject matter may be heavy in nature, we welcome youth & families. Youth tickets grant access to all 3 conference days for ages 12 & up; 12 & under may attend for free.
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Vendor applications are now closed.