Health in Her Hands
A student-led conference and workshop experience for students passionate about skin health, women's health, adolescent wellness, advocacy, and STEM. The 2026 summit, held July 15, has concluded, and the summit returns next year.
Health in Her Hands Summit, July 2026
Simi Valley Public Library, hosted in person and streamed live.
An event overview
Health in Her Hands brought young women together to learn about their health, explore STEM, and step into leadership. Students heard from speakers, worked through hands-on activities, asked the questions they don't always get to ask, and left with certificates, toolkits, and a community of peers who care about the same things they do.
A full day of learning, leading, and connecting
The summit brings together students, guest speakers, and STEMORA ambassadors for an experience built around action, not just information.
Interactive workshops
Led by student leaders alongside guest speakers from STEM, medicine, and public health.
Hands-on STEM & health activities
Real, tactile experiences that turn curiosity into understanding.
Advocacy & leadership training
Practical sessions on how to organize, speak up, and lead in your community.
Health equity discussions
Honest conversations about disparities and what students can actually do about them.
Peer networking
Meet students from across schools who care about the same issues you do.
An annual tradition
A full-day flagship summit that grows every year alongside our community.
Moments from the summit
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The purpose
To bring students together in one space to learn, collaborate, and become advocates for health and STEM equity in their communities.