The 16th Annual International Conference on Stigma will be held as a hybrid conference from Tuesday November 18, 2025 – Thursday, November 20, 2025. The first two days will be virtual, with the final day at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C. (and available virtually). The theme is “Beyond the Labels…Living and Thriving.” Join us as we explore the impacts of health-related stigma (addressing HIV, sickle cell disease, mental health, epilepsy and more) and research and advocacy interventions to combat stigma. The event includes scientific posters, an art contest and raffles. View the conference AGENDA HERE.
To volunteer go HERE. Volunteers of at least 2 hours get free registration (Does not include travel).
To apply for scholarship go HERE. We also have a very reduced Partial Scholarship rate in the Main Registration. Please use that one if at all possible. APPLICATIONS CLOSE THURDAY NOVEMBER 13 at NOON. The Partial Scholarship option will remain open.
Seeking Sponsors and Donors
We are still in need of additional sponsors and donations to make this event a success, especially to be able to support scholarships. For more information, please email us at hupeds@howard.edu or donate through our Donate button.
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Stigma Stories and Art Contest Submissions are closed at this time.
