Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference
United Suicide Survivors International recognizes the increased risk for suicide, addiction, and overdose in the construction industries. First launched in 2022 as the premier event focused on meeting the needs of the construction industry (then known as the Construction Working Minds Summit), we’re proud to host the national Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference the last full week in February where we bring together leaders, changemakers, and industry pioneers to bring forth the latest in innovative mental health promotion, suicide prevention, addiction recovery, and overdose prevention in the construction industry. Walk away energized with tactical strategies you can implement immediately to create healthier workplaces and stronger communities.
We're excited to announce the 5th Annual Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference will be held in Portland, OR from February 23-26, 2026. Launched in 2022 as the Construction Working Minds Summit through the collaboration and pioneering efforts of construction industry leaders, mental health professionals and the lived experience community, The Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference has grown into a nationally recognized event bringing together hundreds of construction industry, mental health and suicide prevention trailblazers from across the United States.
Celebrating our 5th Anniversary, we're updating our name and logo this year to reflect our vision of the future, but our purpose remains the same. To build a sense of community among the construction industry that leverages the lived experience of survivors to prevent suicide and overdoses, while promoting mental health, addiction recovery and overall wellbeing. The 2026 theme, "Moving from Surviving to Thriving," sets our course for uplifting the industry from a place of community, strength, and resilience. Registration is slated to open Fall 2025.
Agenda
This year, we’re building an agenda focused on actionable strategies for preventing suicide and overdose, as well as promoting mental health and addiction recovery.
Pre-Conference
Each year, we offer a wide range of pre-conference workshops and certifications. If you would like to partner with us for pre-conference track, please email us here.
Featured & Keynote Speakers
We’re looking forward to great line-up for our 5th Anniversary! Please fill out the form below if you are interested in being a keynote speaker at our 5th Anniversary event!
Awards
Each year, we’re pleased to celebrate and recognize changemakers and leaders in the Construction Industry. Nominations will open soon!
Toolbox Talks
Toolbox Talks are a great way to normalize the conversation about mental health in construction. As an established practice within the construction industry, toolbox talks help connect the dots between psychological safety and job site safety, between mental health and job performance. When given regularly over long periods of time, they help shift culture to prioritize worker well-being. Since workplace mental health, suicide prevention and addiction recovery has become a priority over the last several years, many have mastered the development of an impactful mental health toolbox talk. This competition gives people the opportunity to showcase what is possible in safe and effective messaging in mental health literacy and model for others who may be just starting this practice.
Submit a Toolbox Talk by November 1st
Sponsors & Partners
If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or partner for this year’s event, please email us here. Special thanks to our 2025 Partners and Sponsors!
Location & Travel
This year’s Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference will be held at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Hotel. Stay tuned for hotel and conference travel details coming soon!