Coalition for Whole Person Health Research Convening
Coalition Members registration is now open!
Join us onsite at the NIH Campus in Washington, DC
September 15, 2026
8:00 AM-5:00 PM ET
*Email coalitionforwholepersonhealth@gmail.com for access to Eventbrite Registration Page.
Event Details
This event is for organization members of the Coalition for Whole Person Health Research
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Date: September 15, 2026
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Timing: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
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Location:
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National Institutes of Health
Natcher Conference Center
9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD, 20892
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Additional Advocacy Day: September 16 (see more details below)
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Who can register for free event: Coalition Organization Members
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Registration Details: Registration is free. We thank the NIH for graciously offering their conference space to us for the event. All other expenses related to the event are the responsibility of coalition members: travel, lodging, meals and incidentals.
Description
The Coalition for Whole Person Health Research Convening brings together Coalition member organizations, National Institutes of Health (NIH) leadership, researchers, and key stakeholders to advance collaboration and dialogue around whole person health research.
The morning program will feature presentations from National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) leadership, updates on NCCIH programs and initiatives, and presentations from NCCIH grant awardees highlighting current research and advancements in whole person health.
The afternoon program will focus on collaborative group discussions designed to foster engagement among Coalition members, along with advocacy training to support the Coalition's efforts to advance whole person health research.
This is planned as an in-person event, and we look forward to welcoming you to the NIH campus for a day of learning, collaboration, and networking.
This page will be updated with more information about the event.
Preliminary Agenda
September 15, 2026 - Onsite Meeting at NIH Campus
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration, Networking & Continental Breakfast
Continental breakfast provided by the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine & Health (ACIMH) and the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Program
Presentations from National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) leadership, updates on NCCIH programs and initiatives, research highlights, and opportunities for discussion and dialogue.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Afternoon Program
Collaborative breakout sessions, facilitated group discussions, and advocacy training focused on advancing whole person health research.
September 16 - "Day on the Hill"
The Coalition for Whole Person Health Research Steering Committee is developing plans for a “Day on the Hill” that will take place on September 16, 2026.
More information on the specifics will be forthcoming. If you are interested in participating in the Coalitions “Day on the Hill” and are available on September 16, please indicate as such when registering for the September 15 Convening.
*Email coalitionforwholepersonhealth@gmail.com for access to Eventbrite Registration Page.
Org Members Share Your Story!
Share How NCCIH Grant Funding Has Helped You and Your Organization Advance the Field of Whole Person Health Research
Share How NCCIH Grant Funding Has Helped You and Your Organization Advance the Field of Whole Person Health Research
As part of the Coalition for Whole Person Health Research Convening, we invite Coalition members to share a brief success story highlighting how NCCIH-supported funding or research has positively influenced your organization, research, education, clinical practice, or community.
By sharing examples of successful Whole Person Health initiatives, we hope to highlight the real-world impact of this work, foster collaboration among Coalition members, and strengthen advocacy efforts to advance Whole Person Health research.
Not all submissions can be included during the morning programming on September 15, but the Coalition is exploring additional ways we can spread the word about our members’ success stories.
Submit your success story by August 21 to be considered.
Additional Details
Campus Access & Security
U.S. Citizens
U.S. citizens may enter the NIH campus by presenting a valid government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license, passport, or military ID) at the NIH Gateway Center. No advance registration is required.
Non-U.S. Citizens
Non-U.S. citizens are required to complete the NIH visitor registration process in advance. To ensure sufficient processing time, attendees should plan to register at least one month prior to the meeting. Additional instructions will be provided following registration.
For complete campus access and visitor information, please visit the NIH Visitor Information webpage: https://security.nih.gov/visitors/Pages/default.aspx
Meals
A continental breakfast will be provided beginning at 8:00 a.m., courtesy of the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine & Health (ACIMH) and the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).
The Natcher Cafeteria is currently scheduled to be open on September 15 and will be available for attendees to purchase lunch.
Information regarding dining options on the NIH campus can be found here:
https://ors.od.nih.gov/pes/dats/food/Pages/index.aspx
Hotel Accommodations
There are several hotels located in downtown Bethesda within walking distance or a short Metro ride from the NIH campus. Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations.
Some nearby lodging options include:
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Hyatt Regency Bethesda
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Bethesda Marriott
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Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown
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The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Residence Inn Bethesda Downtown
No group room block has been reserved for this meeting.
Questions?
Contact Us
If you have questions about the in-person meeting or other Coalition efforts, please reach out to our team at coalitionforwholepersonhealth@gmail.com.