Where health, culture, data, and community come together.
Join Latinx Voces for the 2nd Annual VOCES Health Summit, a national convening advancing health through community engagement, workforce development, research, storytelling, and cross-sector collaboration.
October 21-23, 2026
Brownsville Events Center, Brownsville, TX
A National Convening Rooted in South Texas
The VOCES Health Summit brings together health professionals, community leaders, researchers, students, advocates, artists, funders, and families to share knowledge, build partnerships, and advance culturally grounded solutions for community health.
Note: Executive Sessions & Leadership Roundtable (Day 2) are reserved for active leadership and Task Force partners.
Registration
2026 VOCES Health Summit
Secure your spot for the 2nd Annual VOCES Health Summit. Early bird registration is available now for $60 per seat.
Early Bird – Limited Time
$60
per ticket
Available through August 14, 2026
Full access to Welcome Reception, Explore Brownsville, & Summit Day (Oct 23)- including all sessions, exhibitor fair, El Mercado, CEUs, awards ceremony, and closing reception.
General admission will be $75 beginning August 15, 2026.
Your registration includes full access to
Three-Day Experience
The VOCES Health Summit brings together health professionals, community leaders, researchers, students, advocates, artists, funders, and families to share knowledge, build partnerships, and advance culturally grounded solutions for community health.
Day 1:
Wednesday, October 21
Kick-off & Welcome Reception
An evening gathering for sponsors, speakers, partners, and attendees to connect and kick off our collaborative work in Brownsville, TX.
All Attendees
Day 2:
Thursday, October 22
Executive Sessions + Explore Brownsville
Strategy sessions for active leadership & partners.
Leadership & Active Partners
Explore Brownsville:
Experience the city with visits to local attractions.
All Attendees
Day 3:
Friday, October 23
VOCES Health Summit + El Mercado & Closing Reception
Panels, workshops, posters, exhibitors, awards & more; closing with El Mercado Celebration, raffles, silent auction, live music, bar & more
All Attendees
Summit Tracks
Community Health & Access
Health education, prevention, resource navigation, rural health, chronic disease, aging, caregiving, mental health, and whole-person wellness.
Workforce Development
Training, CEUs, CHWs, public health professionals, nonprofit leaders, students, and emerging leaders.
Data, Research & Storytelling
Community-informed data, evaluation, dashboards, health equity research, photovoice, storytelling, and research translation.
Partnerships, Policy & Systems Change
Cross-sector collaboration, local-national partnerships, referral systems, emergency response, and health equity strategy.
Culture, Community & Belonging
Arts, cultural identity, small business, community trust, and culturally grounded approaches to health.
Student & Emerging Leader Showcase
Poster presentations, student research, mentorship, and future leader development.
Submit a Proposal
Latinx Voces is seeking speakers, presenters, facilitators, researchers, students, community leaders, and partner organizations to contribute to the 2026 VOCES Health Summit.
Submission Deadline:
July 17, 2026
Acceptance notifications:
August 7, 2026
- Panel speaker
- Workshop facilitator
- Lightning talk
- Poster presentation
Partner with Us
Support the 2026 VOCES Health Summit and align your organization with a growing national convening focused on Latino health, workforce development, community engagement, and cross-sector collaboration.
Sponsor levels
- Premier Sponsor / El Visionario – $15,000+
- Partner Sponsor / El Orgullo – $10,000
- Supporting Sponsor / El Corazón – $5,000
- Community Sponsor / La Raíz – $2,500
- Friend Sponsor / La Voz – $1,000
Exhibit, Vend, or Join El Mercado
The 2026 VOCES Health Summit will feature a curated exhibitor and marketplace experience that blends health organizations, community resources, local artisans, artists, food vendors, small businesses, and cultural activations. Access to 300+ attendees.
Ways you can participate:
- Health exhibitors
- Community resource organizations
- Local artisans and artists
- Food vendors
- Small businesses
- Cultural or wellness activations
Continuing Education Opportunities
The VOCES Health Summit is designed as a professional learning space for health, public health, nonprofit, community, and workforce leaders. Continuing education opportunities are being explored and may include CHW, CPH, social work, nursing, and related professional development hours.
Final details will be announced closed to the event.
A Celebration of Culture, Community & Legacy
There is something powerful about gathering in October. Hispanic Heritage Month reminds us of the richness, resilience, and brilliance of our communities. Día de los Muertos calls us to remember – to honor the ancestors, healers, advocates, and everyday heroes who fought so that we could be here today.
The VOCES Health Summit lives in that space. It is a convening rooted in science and data, yes – but also in culture, story, and belonging. When we talk about health, we are also talking about our families, our elders, our children, and the communities they will inherit.
October is when we come together to celebrate all of it – the progress, the people, and the promise of what comes next.
“Celebrating culture, community, and legacy – honoring Hispanic Heritage Month & Día de los Muertos.”
Plan Your Visit to Brownsville, TX!
Brownsville Events Center
1 Event Center,
Brownsville, TX 78526
Coming Soon!
- Parking information
- Hotel block
- Airport/travel notes
- Local attractions
- Restaurants and cultural sites
- Travel guide
Hotel Partner
Everhome Suites Brownsville
We’re excited to partner with Everhome Suites Brownsville to offer discounted accommodations for VOCES Health Summit attendees traveling to Brownsville.
Conveniently located near the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, local shopping and dining, and major South Texas destinations, Everhome Suites offers comfortable apartment-style suites designed for both short and extended stays.
Guests can enjoy features including in-room kitchens, flexible workspaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site laundry, fitness amenities, and free parking.
Discounted rates will be provided upon registration.
Be Part of VOCES Health Summit 2026
Whether you are a sponsor, speaker, student, exhibitor, partner, or attendee, the VOCES Health Summit is an opportunity to learn, connect, and help shape the future of community health and collaboration.
