On Our Own of Maryland’s 2024 Annual Conference

Bloom: Nurturing Wellness in Behavioral Health

This year's theme signifies a journey towards living authentically and fully, with a sense of purpose and connection to oneself and others. It strengthens our resolve to remain grounded in a world that is often turbulent, so that we can continue to grow and flourish as individuals, in organizations, and in our communities. Join us as we learn to implement innovative strategies for growth, and collectively contribute to creating an expansive, effective, and equitable landscape of supports to improve the behavioral health of all.

Since 1993, OOOMD's Annual Conference has been recognized as one of the most engaging and empowering events for Marylanders with lived experience of behavioral health (mental health and/or substance use), as well as a significant training opportunity for peers, providers, stakeholders, and policymakers to explore the power and potential of peer-driven wellness and recovery programs and initiatives.

Additional information can be found on our conference website: https://sites.google.com/onourownmd.org/2024-conference

Ticket Purchasing Guidance

All attendees need to purchase an individual ticket to the conference. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available after May 7.

• Tickets that include hotel sleeping room(s) at the Princess Royale must be purchased by April 25, 2024.
• Tickets for sessions only must be purchased by May 7, 2024.

There are multiple types of tickets available:

• Full Conference with Shared Hotel Room: Provides access to all conference sessions and the Awards Dinner. Attendees will stay in a shared hotel room at the Princess Royale, and may request a specific roommate during the registration process.
• Full Conference with Single Hotel Room: Provides access to all conference sessions and the Awards Dinner. Attendees will stay in a single hotel room at the Princess Royale and may not host other attendees as overnight guests. Please note there are a limited number of single hotel rooms.
• Full Conference (No Hotel Overnight): Provides access to all conference sessions and the Awards Dinner. No hotel accommodations are provided. This ticket is appropriate for local residents and individuals who wish to commute or secure other lodging.
• Sessions Only (No Awards Dinner, No Hotel): Provides access to conference sessions but not the Awards Dinner. No hotel accommodations are provided. This ticket is appropriate for local residents and individuals who wish to commute or secure other lodging.
• Livestream Only (Virtual): Selected conference sessions will be livestreamed through a private link available to ticket holders. Please note that only general sessions will be broadcast; workshops will not be recorded.

Disclosures, Waivers, Releases, Consents, and Agreements

On Our Own of Maryland values the autonomy, dignity, and choice of all people. We want to transparently share the potential risks and benefits of participating in our Annual Conference, as well as the proactive and responsive protocols we use to create a welcoming and respectful space, so that community members are able to make an informed and voluntary decision about participating in any activity.

All participation is always voluntary. Participants can withdraw from any activity at any time and for any reason. All attendees are asked to review and agree to the following as part of the registration process:

• Activity Participation: Potential Risks & Benefits Disclosure
• Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Express Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement

Hotel Information

Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort
9100 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, Maryland 21842

We are excited to host the 2024 OOOMD Annual Conference at Maryland's largest oceanfront resort, the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort! Enjoy spacious suites, a stunning four-story tropical atrium, an Olympic-sized indoor pool, and of course views of the beautiful ocean. The perfect setting for an unforgettable conference experience!

Scholarships

A limited number of full or partial scholarships may be available. Our priorities for scholarship include supporting the personal and professional development of peer supporters living and working in Maryland. Please view our scholarship application form for more detail. Applications are due by March 15, and selected recipients will be notified via email by March 31.

Please note that OOOMD-affiliated WROs and certain youth-serving behavioral health programs may be invited to a separate, closed scholarship process. If your organization is eligible, it will receive direct outreach from OOOMD staff.

Exhibit Hall

Interested in exhibiting ? Exhibitor application is available here:  https://forms.gle/PFWLxu7JMZGW3XiW6