Invest in the Future of Latino Mental Health by Sponsoring A Student
The future of our field is already here - in classrooms, practicum sites, community agencies, and graduate programs across the state. By sponsoring a student to attend the 2026 LMHANJ Annual Conference, you are doing more than covering a registration fee. You are increasing access to culturally responsive training, leadership development, and community connection for the next generation of Latino mental health professionals.
You are saying: You belong in this space.
Sponsoring a Student:
A Note About Matching
If we are unable to match your sponsorship directly to a student attendee, your contribution will be directed toward the Futuro Fund, supporting scholarships and future student access initiatives through LMHANJ.
Your investment will always go toward advancing Latino mental health and uplifting the next generation of leaders.
An update on your sponsorship will be provided by March 6, 2026.
Why Sponsor a Student?
Many emerging professionals are balancing tuition, internships, family responsibilities, and financial constraints. Conference registration can be a barrier, even when the learning opportunity could be transformational.
Your sponsorship helps a student:
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Access one or two days of culturally grounded professional development
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Engage in conversations around identity, advocacy, immigration narratives, Afro-Latino experiences, and collective healing
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Experience restorative practices like breathwork and trauma-informed workshops
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Build meaningful connections with clinicians, researchers, educators, and community leaders
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Witness excellence in action through scholarship presentations and award recognitions
This is not just attendance.
This is exposure, mentorship, belonging, and possibility.
Who Can Sponsor?
We welcome sponsorship from:
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Individual clinicians and private practice owners
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Community agencies and nonprofit organizations
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Corporate partners
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Universities and training programs
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Foundations and philanthropic leaders
Whether you sponsor one student or multiple, your contribution directly expands opportunity within our community.
How It Works
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Complete the Sponsor-a-Student Google Interest Form.
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Our team will connect with you regarding next steps and sponsorship details via email.
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We will match your contribution with a student recipient.
Your support helps increase access to culturally responsive training and professional development for emerging mental health professionals, ensuring that financial barriers do not limit participation.
Apply to be Sponsored:
Step Into the Room
The LMHANJ Annual Conference was created with students in mind: emerging clinicians, researchers, advocates, and leaders who are shaping the future of Latino mental health. If financial barriers are limiting your ability to attend, we invite you to apply for sponsored conference registration.
Why Apply?
Attending the 2026 Annual Conference means:
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Engaging in culturally responsive training and professional development
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Participating in conversations around identity, immigration stories, Afro-Latino experiences, advocacy, and collective healing
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Experiencing restorative practices such as breathwork and trauma-informed workshops
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Connecting with mentors, future collaborators, and professionals who reflect your lived experience
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Witnessing scholarship presentations and award recognitions that celebrate excellence within our community
For many students, this conference becomes a turning point —a moment of clarity, affirmation, and expanded possibility.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from:
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Undergraduate students exploring careers in mental health
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Graduate students in counseling, psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, and related fields
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Doctoral students conducting research or clinical work
If you are committed to advancing mental health within Latino communities and want to grow both professionally and personally, we encourage you to apply.
How the Process Works
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Complete the Student Sponsorship Request Google Form.
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Share a bit about yourself, your academic path, and your interest in attending.
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Our team will review applications and match students with available sponsors when possible. Communication will follow via email.
Please note:
Submission of this form does not guarantee sponsorship. It allows us to thoughtfully review applications and connect students with sponsors as funding becomes available.
All applicants will be notified by March 6, 2026