We’re excited to welcome you to this free virtual event designed to explore the evolving landscape of health literacy. Our virtual conference features expert-led plenary sessions and engaging breakout discussions—all available FREE with basic registration.

What’s Included with Free Registration:

• Live Plenary Sessions- Hear from leading voices in health literacy.
• Live Sessions- Engage with experts through lectures, panel discussions, and roundtable discussions.
• Lightning Talks- Fast-paced, 15-minute presentations. Pre-recorded talks are presented in groups of three during a live session, followed by a Meet the Speaker Q&A.
• On-Demand Sessions- Access pre-recorded presentations anytime during the conference.
• Poster Hall- Browse digital posters showcasing research and projects from across the health literacy community.

Networking Opportunities

• Roundtable Discussions- Informal, highly interactive discussions to exchange ideas and experiences.
• Meet the Speakers- Join speakers after select sessions for additional questions and conversation.
• Speed Networking- Participate in short, one-on-one conversations designed to spark meaningful connections.
• Direct Messaging- Send private messages and continue conversations with other attendees.
• 1-on-1 Appointment Scheduling- Schedule individual meetings to connect and collaborate.
• Poster Competition- Browse posters and join a scheduled Poster Q&A session where presenters will discuss their work. Afterward, vote for your favorite posters.

Special Event

ClearMark Awards – Presented in partnership with the Center for Plain Language, recognizing excellence in clear communication.
May 13, 2026 | 1:15–3:00 p.m. PT

Enhance Your Experience (Optional Add-Ons):

Deepen your learning with optional add-ons available for an additional fee:

Workshops (60 minutes)
Hands-on, expert-led sessions focused on practical tools and strategies.
Limited to 50 participants to support interactive engagement.
Fee: $50 per workshop

Health Literacy Policy Preconference
Presented by the United States Health Literacy Association (USHLA)
In collaboration with the Institute for Healthcare Advancement

May 11, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. PT
Fee: $50

Continuing Education Credits

Earn up to 32 credits to support your professional development.

Fee: $25

Available for:

• Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES®/MCHES®)
• California Nursing (CNE)
• Certified in Public Health (CPH)
• Librarians (MLA)
• And more coming soon

Add-ons Dates and Times:

May 11, 2026: Health Literacy Policy Preconference

• Organizational Policy on Health Literacy: An Evolution
  9:00 – 10:00 a.m. PT
• Advocacy Made Simple: Advancing Health Literacy Together
  10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT
• Advocating Health Literacy Together: USHLA Priorities, Initiatives, and Opportunities to Engage
  11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT

May 12, 2026: Workshops

• Data with Soul: Turning Health Metrics Into Stories People Understand
  May 12, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM PT
• Using Plain Language to Improve Health Insurance Literacy
  May 12, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM PT
• Storytelling During Public Health Crises: Introducing the S4E Framework, a Multi-Country Analysis of COVID-19
  May 12, 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM PT
• From Confusion to Clarity: Using the CLEAR Path™ Framework to Redesign Trauma-Informed, Health-Literate Communication
  May 12, 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM PT

May 13, 2026: Workshops

• Leading with Clarity in Complex Systems: A Reframe to Reclaim Approach to Health Literacy Leadership
  May 13, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM PT
• Find the Fun in Public Speaking: Tools to Be a More Confident and Engaging Speaker
  May 13, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM PT