2nd Annual Conference
Empowering Minds Conference
HOSTED BY ARIZONA YOUTH PARTNERSHIP
About the Conference
The 2nd annual Empowering Minds Conference, hosted by Arizona Youth Partnership, is a one-day, high-impact event designed to bring together over 200 Arizonans in a unified effort to address suicide prevention through education, training, and community engagement.
By combining evidence-based gatekeeper trainings, dynamic speakers, and diverse breakout sessions, Empowering Minds equips participants with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to make a meaningful difference in their families, schools, workplaces, and communities.
Gatekeeper Trainings
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in one of three powerful, evidence-based trainings that help build stronger safety nets for youth and adults:
SafeTALK
A practical, hands-on training that empowers participants to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide and connect them to life-saving help. No prior experience required, just a willingness to help others and be a proactive part of a safer, more supportive Arizona.
Be-A-Link Yellow Ribbon Training
This compassionate, stigma-reducing training encourages every participant to “be a link” in the chain of support. Learn how to recognize warning signs, reduce barriers to conversation, and build a culture of mental wellness across your personal and professional circles.
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer)
A research-backed training that teaches participants three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Like CPR, QPR is designed for everyday people, not just mental health professionals, empowering communities to act quickly and confidently.
Breakout Room Topics
Details on this year's breakout sessions are coming soon.
Check back for updates on topics, presenters, and more!
Who Should Attend
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Parents and Caregivers
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Teachers, School Counselors & Staff
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Nonprofit & Youth Program Leaders
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Healthcare Providers
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First Responders & Law Enforcement
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Veterans, Military Families, and Advocates
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Anyone committed to mental wellness and suicide prevention
Why It Matters
Every life is worth protecting. Suicide is preventable when communities are equipped with knowledge, resources, and connection. The Empowering Minds Conference is your opportunity to be part of a statewide movement to uplift mental health, strengthen support systems, and save lives.
Become a Sponsor
The Empowering Minds Conference is made possible through the generous support of community partners and sponsors. By sponsoring this event, your organization will play a vital role in advancing mental health awareness and suicide prevention across Arizona — while gaining meaningful visibility with a dedicated, mission-driven audience of 200+ attendees.
Premier Partner- $12,000
• Exclusive Title Sponsor Recognition: "Empowering Minds Conference sponsored by [Your Company Name]".
• Logo Placement: Prominent logo placement on all print materials, website, signage, and promotional items.
• Speaking Opportunity: Opening session address to attendees (5-8 minutes) to highlight your business’s active partnership in supporting and addressing mental health.
• Exhibit Space: Premier tabling and exhibit space at the conference venue.
• Media Exposure: Recognition in press releases and media coverage.
• Social Media Promotion: Highlighted posts on AZYP’s social media channels leading up to and during the event.
• Thank You Recognition: Custom plaque presented at the event acknowledging your support of mental health awareness and community support.
MindSpace Breakout Room Sponsors- $2,000
• Logo Placement: Logo placement on Breakout Room conference materials.
• Social Media Promotion: Mention in AZYP’s social media channels related to Breakout
AC• 2-3 minute Welcome to Breakout Session to roughly 90 participants during the event.
• Thank You Recognition: Sponsorship recognition in Breakout Room
Catalyst Sponsor - $6,000
• Logo Placement: Logo placement on conference program and website
• Tabling Space: Premier tabling space at the conference venue
• Media Exposure: Recognition in press releases and media coverage
• Social Media Promotion: Featured posts on AZYP’s social media channels
• Thank You Certificate: Custom framed certificate presented at the event
Center Piece Sponsor- $1,500
• Logo Placement: Logo placement on all center pieces and website
• Social Media Promotion: Mention in AZYP’s social media channels
• Thank You Recognition: Sponsorship recognition during the event
Tabling Partner - $150
• Tabling Space: Dedicated table space at the conference venue with one 6-foot
table and two chairs
• Lunch for the 2 team members who are tabling the event
*nonprofit organizations, please contact us directly before signing up.
