The 2026 International Health Humanities Consortium Conference: Health Justice is an annual gathering that brings together scholars, practitioners, and students to explore the intersections of humanities, arts, and social sciences in health, illness, and healthcare. The conference aims to advance understanding of patient, caregiver, and community experiences in relation to health and wellness models. Attendees can expect a rich agenda of workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities. The conference will also feature discussions on the role of health humanities in addressing current challenges and imagining just futures.
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2026 International Health Humanities Consortium Conference: Health Justice
The 2026 International Health Humanities Consortium Conference: Health Justice will be held at Indiana University, Indianapolis. This event focuses on the intersection of humanities, arts, and social sciences in health, illness, and healthcare.
April 8–11, 2026 Indianapolis, Indiana In-person Event
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Health Humanities Consortium
The Health Humanities Consortium promotes health humanities scholarship, education, and practices focusing on intersections among the humanities, arts, and social sciences with health, illness, and healthcare.
Email: embeckma@iu.edu
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $275.00 | In-person HHC Member | Individual registration for HHC members attending in person. |
| $325.00 | In-person Non-member | Individual registration for non-members attending in person. |
| $125.00 | Virtual HHC Member | Individual registration for HHC members attending virtually. |
| $175.00 | Virtual Non-member | Individual registration for non-members attending virtually. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will feature a variety of sessions, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops. The agenda covers topics such as health justice, narrative medicine, and the role of humanities in healthcare. Each day will begin with registration and breakfast, followed by multiple sessions throughout the day.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Keisha Ray, PhD
John P. McGovern, MD Professor of Oslerian Medicine, Director of the Medical Humanities Scholarly Concentration, McGovern Center for Humanities & Ethics, UT Health Houston.
Caitlin Bernard, MD
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Division Director for Complex Family Planning, Indiana University School of Medicine.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).
The conference has arranged accommodations at the JW Marriott Indianapolis and the Hampton Inn by Hilton Indianapolis Canal IUPUI. Rooms at the JW Marriott are available for $229 per night, and at the Hampton Inn for $179 per night. Reservations must be made by March 18 and March 27, 2026, respectively.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
On-site parking at the JW Marriott is available for $59 per day, with valet parking at $80 per day. The Hampton Inn offers valet parking for $55 per day.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations interested in supporting the conference. For more information, potential sponsors can contact the organizers through the provided email.
Other Links and Information
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