Convention 2026

April 28, 2026 - April 29, 2026
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
200 Civic Center Dr
Charleston, WV 25301
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Format: In Person

Join us for the 2026 Convention on April 28–29 at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center! This year’s theme, **Advocacy**, highlights our collective commitment to empowering voices, influencing policy, and advancing the field through informed and ethical practice.

Connect with colleagues, gain new insights through engaging sessions, and celebrate the impact of advocacy in shaping the future of our profession. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, collaborate, and inspire action.

Call for Papers

Presenting at the Convention is a great way to share your knowledge and research efforts with those in your profession. Session and Poster proposals are now being accepted. See the Speaker Signup tab for more information. Deadline: January 31st, 2026

Registration Pricing

Non-Member WVSHA Member Student
Early Bird Full Registration (until Mar 31) $425 $275 $25
One-Day Registration $250 $175 N/A

If you are a WVSHA member, please log in before registering to receive the member discount.

If you are not yet a WVSHA member, join today to receive a discount on this convention. (Early bird pricing ends March 31st, 2026)

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$139/night
Mention the WVSHA Conference Room Block to get this rate when booking.
Cut off date: 3/25/26

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All speakers approved or candidates for approval for the 2026 WVSHA Convention must fill out the below Speaker Information Form. If you are a WVSHA member, please log in before filling out the form. Speakers must also submit a Speaker Disclosure Form. Please complete the form and mail or email to:

Helan Turner
Continuing Education Administrator
590 Lower Timber Ridge Road
Seneca Rocks, WV 26884
helan@spruceknob.net

Please visit the Advertising at the 2026 Convention event page for more information.

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