Maryland's Commitment to Veterans Service Members, Veterans and Families (SMVF) Virtual June Conference: Recognizing LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Autistic Pride Day

Date/Time

Thursday, Jun 18, 2026
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This training is not sponsored by the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency

3.5 CEs

In recognition of LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Autistic Pride Day, this conference will explore behavioral health considerations impacting LGBTQ+ Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF), as well as neurodiverse military-connected children and youth. Participants will gain insight into the unique mental health challenges, health disparities, and family-system factors affecting these populations, while learning evidence-informed strategies to support culturally responsive and inclusive care.

Conference Objectives:


1.  Identify behavioral health risks and disparities impacting LGBTQ+ Service Members, Veterans, and their Families, including factors that may increase mental health vulnerabilities.
2   Examine the unique developmental, behavioral health, and family-system needs of neurodiverse military-connected children and youth, including those navigating autism and related challenges.
3.  Apply evidence-based and culturally responsive clinical strategies to strengthen assessment, intervention, and support for LGBTQ+ and neurodiverse populations within military-connected families.


Location: Virtual


Sponsored By: Maryland's Commitment to Veterans, The Maryland Department of Health, and University of Maryland School of Medicine

Cost: Free


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