# Virginia CIT Conference

- Dates: October 2026
- Location: The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton, Roanoke, United States
- Address: 110 Shenandoah Ave NE Roanoke, VA 24016
- Organiser: Virginia CIT
- Industry: GovTech & Public Sector
- Expected attendance: 400

## About

The 2026 Virginia CIT Conference is a multidisciplinary event for professionals and partners in crisis response, behavioral health, and public safety. It includes keynote speakers, breakout workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees include law enforcement, behavioral health professionals, individuals with lived experience, and community leaders.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://virginiacit.org/annual-conference-2026/)
- [Registration](https://whova.com/portal/registration/qmZUr@oTHtGqJpq4R-r8/)
- [Call for speakers](https://forms.gle/hdk9KTDZT652w5Nw7) (deadline unverified, check the call)

## Speakers

- Dr. Sarah Johnson, Director of Behavioral Health, Virginia Department of Health
- Captain Michael Rodriguez, CIT Program Coordinator, Richmond Police Department
- Lisa Washington, Peer Support Specialist, NAMI Virginia
- Dr. James Wilson, Chief Medical Officer, Virginia Hospital System

## Ticket pricing

USD 450 to 500

## Where to stay

- **Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke - Downtown**: 190 m from the venue, 27 Church Avenue Southeast, Roanoke, 24011
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/roardhx-hampton-suites-roanoke-downtown/)
  - Phone: +1 540-400-6000
- **The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton**: 430 m from the venue, 110 Shenandoah Avenue Northwest, Roanoke, 24016
  - Phone: +1-540-985-5900
- **Roanoke Boutique Hotel**: 980 m from the venue, 539 Day Avenue Southwest, Roanoke, 24016
  - [Hotel website](https://www.roanokeboutiquehotel.com/)
- **Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center**: 1.2 km from the venue, 815 Gainsboro Road Northwest, Roanoke, 24016
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/roacipe-spark-roanoke-civic-center/)
  - Phone: +1 540-982-0100
- **King George Inn Bed & Breakfast**: 1.3 km from the venue, 315 King George Avenue Southwest, Roanoke, 24016
- **Econo Lodge Civic Center**: motel, 1.4 km from the venue, 308 Carver Avenue Northeast, Roanoke, 24016
  - [Hotel website](https://www.choicehotels.com/virginia/troutville/quality-inn-hotels)
  - Phone: +1 540-343-2413
- **Holiday Inn Express & Suites Roanoke Civic Center**: 1.6 km from the venue
- **SpringHill Suites Roanoke**: 1.7 km from the venue, 301 Reserve Avenue Southwest, Roanoke, 24016
  - [Hotel website](https://www.marriott.com/roash)
  - Phone: +1 540-400-6226

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