The Movement Is Life Health Summit
Eliminating Health Disparities Through Movement and Health Equity
Our signature annual gathering — where leaders from healthcare, research, policy, philanthropy, industry, and community organizations come together to turn bold ideas into action.
The 2026 Health Summit
Strength in Motion: Reimagining Health Through Community, Policy, and Partnership
Dates September 24–25, 2026
Location Detroit, Michigan
Venue Fort Pontchartrain, a Wyndham Hotel
Credits Earn up to 14 IPCE Credits
About the Summit
The Movement is Life Health Summit is our signature annual gathering, bringing together leaders from healthcare, research, academia, public policy, philanthropy, industry, and community organizations to explore bold ideas that improve the health and well-being of women.
More than a conference, the Summit is a place where diverse perspectives come together to learn from one another, build meaningful partnerships, and inspire action. Through engaging conversations, evidence-informed education, and innovative programming, we create opportunities to address today’s challenges while shaping tomorrow’s solutions.
Each year, the Summit features nationally recognized speakers, educational sessions, research poster presentations, networking opportunities, and special initiatives that elevate innovation and collaboration across sectors.
Join us as we continue building a future where every woman has the opportunity to live a healthier, more active life.
View highlights, presentations, and key moments from previous Movement is Life Summits.
Why We Gather
Meaningful change doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens when people with different experiences, expertise, and perspectives come together around a shared purpose.
The Movement is Life Health Summit creates space for collaboration, learning, and innovation by connecting healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, nonprofit leaders, educators, industry partners, and community advocates who are committed to improving women’s health.
Learn
Discover emerging research, innovative programs, and practical strategies that can be applied in communities across the country.
Collaborate
Exchange ideas, build partnerships, and strengthen relationships with leaders across healthcare, research, policy, philanthropy, industry, and the nonprofit sector.
Inspire Action
Leave with new knowledge, new connections, and new opportunities to create meaningful change in the communities you serve.
Become a Sponsor
Put your organization behind the convening. Sponsorship levels, benefits, and audience detail are in the 2026 information packet.
Past Summits
Founding Partner
Zimmer Biomet Foundation
Founding partner of the Movement is Life Health Summit, supporting the convening since its beginning.
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
