Virginia Community Healthcare Association (VCHA) is now accepting presentation proposals for our 2026 Annual Membership Meeting & Conference, the premier gathering of Community Health Center leaders, clinicians, and partners from across the Commonwealth. Every year, VCHA’s Annual Conference attracts more than 300 healthcare professionals and stakeholders, offering participants the opportunity to earn continuing education credits through engaging breakout sessions and learning opportunities.
September 16 – 18, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Williamsburg | 50 Kingsmill Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Health center governance, strategic planning & executive leadership | Workforce recruitment, retention & staff well-being (medical, dental, behavioral) | Operations, finance, and administrative best practices
Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, COPD) | Preventive care, population health, and evidence-based guidelines | Maternal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric care | Substance use disorder treatment & MAT | Trauma-informed and culturally responsive care | Care coordination, transitions of care, and integrated team-based care
Oral-systemic health integration with primary care | Teledentistry and innovative dental delivery models | Dental workforce development and scope of practice
Integration of behavioral health into primary care | Whole-person care models and mental health interventions | Addressing substance use and co-occurring conditions
Health center data management and analytics | Clinical quality measures and outcomes tracking | Using data for value-based care and performance improvement
Medicaid, value-based care, and payment reform | Non-medical drivers of health & community-based health access initiatives | Community partnerships and engagement strategies
Telehealth, remote monitoring, and digital health solutions | Incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance care delivery and clinical decision-making | Emerging care models and technology-driven innovation | Preparing for the future of community health centers
VCHA encourages innovative, hands-on sessions that share real-world solutions, best practices, and strategies relevant to Community Health Centers and the populations they serve.
Presenter Notification: Notifications of selected presenters will be sent, via email, by May 31. VCHA will need presenter’s confirmation within 14 days of receiving the acceptance email.
For questions or need support submitting a proposal, please contact marketing@vcha.org.
