AI&DHI is thrilled to be a co-sponsor of the upcoming 2026 AI & Mental Health Conference!
Event at a Glance
Date: October 5, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Rogel Ballroom, Michigan Union | 530 S. State St., Ann Arbor
Cost: Free and open to all (registration required)
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Vaile Wright: Senior Director of Health Care Innovation, American Psychological Association
Dr. Caitlin Stamatis: Clinical Psychologist and Head of Research, Slingshot AI
(Additional speakers to be announced soon!)
What Attendees Can Expect
Designed to foster responsible, human-centered AI innovation, this event features keynote speeches, expert panels, interactive discussions, and community "spotlight" presentations. Key themes include:
The Human Stakes: Examining how AI shapes individual and community mental health.
Promise vs. Hype: Separating evidence-based AI advances from speculative hype.
Governance & Accountability: Discussing ethical guardrails, policy, and equitable AI deployment.
Community Connection: Showcasing current research, builds, and field developments.
Attendees will also participate in "The Listening Wall," sharing perspectives that will help inform a post-event white paper and future policy recommendations.
Post-Conference Faculty Workshop - October 6
In addition to the conference, the Michigan Institute for Data & AI in Society (MIDAS) will be hosting a half-day, post-conference, faculty workshop on Tuesday, October 6 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This workshop will discuss research priorities and collaboration opportunities. Interested faculty and researchers can indicate their interest on the registration form; space is limited.