On Our Own of Maryland’s 2025 Annual Conference

All Hands on Deck: Empowering Behavioral Health Systems from Within

This year‘s theme, “All Hands on Deck: Empowering Behavioral Health Systems from Within,” signifies a collective call to action, recognizing that the strength and effectiveness of behavioral health systems depend on the dedication and empowerment of every individual within them. It emphasizes the importance of internal capacity building, collaborative problem-solving, and shared leadership in navigating the complexities of the current behavioral health landscape. Join us as we explore innovative approaches to workforce development, system optimization, and community engagement, working together to build a more supportive, effective and responsive system for all.

Since 1993, OOOMD's Annual Conference has been recognized as one of the most engaging and empowering events for Marylanders with lived experience of behavioral health (mental health and/or substance use), as well as a significant training opportunity for peers, providers, stakeholders, and policymakers to explore the power and potential of peer-driven wellness and recovery programs and initiatives.

Additional information can be found on our conference website: https://sites.google.com/onourownmd.org/2025conference/

Ticket Purchasing Guidance

All attendees need to purchase an individual ticket to the conference. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available after May 7, 2025.

Your conference ticket does not include lodging. Please see below for more information about reserving a room at the conference hotel.

There are two types of tickets available:

• Full Conference: Provides access to all conference sessions and the Awards Dinner.
• Livestream Only (Virtual): Selected conference sessions will be livestreamed through a private link available to ticket holders. Links will be sent in the days prior to the conference.

OOOMD is unfortunately not able to offer scholarship applications to the public at this time. Should opportunities arise, updates will be announced through our email mailing list and posted on this site.

Hotel Information and Reservations

Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort
9100 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, Maryland 21842

We are excited to host the 2025 OOOMD Annual Conference at Maryland's largest oceanfront resort, the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort! Enjoy spacious suites, a stunning four-story tropical atrium, an Olympic-sized indoor pool, and of course views of the beautiful ocean. The perfect setting for an unforgettable conference experience!

Deadline for reservations: April 27, 2025

Hotel reservations are made directly with the Princess Royale. OOOMD has a room block with different types of rooms available at different price points.

Purchasing paid hotel rooms can be done via phone (1-800-476-9253) or online (http://www.princessroyale.com/). Use the code 25ONOUROWN to reveal the discounted rate, and select the rooms of your choosing. You may also book additional nights if you wish.

Disclosures, Waivers, Releases, Consents, and Agreements

On Our Own of Maryland values the autonomy, dignity, and choice of all people. We want to transparently share the potential risks and benefits of participating in our Annual Conference, as well as the proactive and responsive protocols we use to create a welcoming and respectful space, so that community members are able to make an informed and voluntary decision about participating in any activity.

All participation is always voluntary. Participants can withdraw from any activity at any time and for any reason. All attendees are asked to review and agree to the following as part of the registration process:

• Activity Participation: Potential Risks & Benefits Disclosure
• Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Express Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement

Exhibit Hall

Interested in exhibiting? Exhibitor application is available here: exhibitor application

Applications are due by March 21, 2025.