2026 Homeless
Research Symposium
Bringing together researchers, clinicians, students, nonprofit leaders, and community partners to advance research and solutions that improve the health and well-being of people experiencing homelessness.
Advancing Research That Changes Lives
The Valliant Foundation Homeless Research Symposium is a half-day virtual gathering dedicated to sharing research, strengthening collaboration, and developing evidence-informed approaches to addressing homelessness.
Whether you are a student attending your first research symposium or an experienced researcher, clinician, or community leader, you are invited to join the conversation.
Registration
General Admission
Attendance is open to everyone at no cost.
Register for FreeNursing Continuing Education
Continuing Education Ticket
Nurses may purchase a $40 Continuing Education ticket to receive continuing education contact hours and a certificate of completion following the symposium.
Purchase Nursing CE TicketWho Should Attend?
Students
Undergraduate, graduate, nursing, public health, and medical trainees.
Clinicians & Healthcare Providers
Physicians, APPs, nurses, residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals.
Researchers & Faculty
Investigators, educators, faculty members, and scholars across disciplines.
Public Health Professionals
Professionals working in population health, community health, policy, and prevention.
Nonprofit & Community Leaders
Organizations, advocates, service providers, and community partners.
Anyone Passionate About Health Equity
Anyone interested in creating equitable, evidence-informed solutions.
Symposium Highlights
Research Themes We Welcome
The symposium welcomes research and discussion across a broad range of topics related to homelessness, health, healthcare, and community well-being.
Homelessness Research
Healthcare Access
Mental Health
Addiction Medicine
Health Equity
Community Interventions
Chronic Disease Management
Housing & Policy
Medical Education
Public Health
Clinical Research
And More
Interested in Being a Panelist?
We are seeking experts, researchers, clinicians, advocates, nonprofit leaders, and community partners to participate in our symposium panels.
To inquire about participating as a panelist, please email office@valliant.org and include your proposed panel topic or area of expertise.
Join Us on October 17
Connect with researchers, healthcare professionals, students, and community leaders committed to advancing evidence-based solutions for people experiencing homelessness.