Submit a proposal to present at the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Summit

Published January 5, 2026

Best Starts is hosting our second annual Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Summit on May 15 – 16, 2026 at Tukwila Community Center!

This year’s summit is centered on “Abundance in Community.” Babies are enriched by the love, care, wisdom, and rituals of their caregivers, culture, and communities. Even though our world continues to experience seasons of acute hardship, we choose to center the power of our communities who have always raised babies with an abundance of courage.

Call for presenters

We’re seeking presenters to share your own abundance and how you connect it with IECMH! The deadline to submit a proposal is January 30, 2026. Here are a few important things to know:

Please review the Considerations for Content Submissions
Content submissions can be in written or video format
Register for an information session to learn more:
- Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00 pm (PST) – Register
- Friday, January 16, 2026 at 9:00 am (PST) – Register

Submit a proposal!