GovTech & Public Sector

Virginia CIT Conference

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.

The essentials

Event details

Dates
October 2026
Address
110 Shenandoah Ave NE Roanoke, VA 24016
Organiser
Virginia CIT
Tickets
USD 450 to 500
Expected attendance
400
Industry
GovTech & Public Sector

Speaking

Call for speakers

This event publishes a call for speakers. The deadline is unverified, so check the call before preparing a submission.

On stage

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

Logistics

Where to stay

Places to stay near the venue.

  • Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke - Downtown

    190 m from the venue

    27 Church Avenue Southeast, Roanoke, 24011

  • The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton

    430 m from the venue

    110 Shenandoah Avenue Northwest, Roanoke, 24016

  • Roanoke Boutique Hotel

    980 m from the venue

    539 Day Avenue Southwest, Roanoke, 24016

  • Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center

    1.2 km from the venue

    815 Gainsboro Road Northwest, Roanoke, 24016

  • 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

  • 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

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