Pathways to Thriving Summit — Building Vital Conditions for Health and Well-Being

Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Bally’s Dover Casino Resort Conference Center – Dover, Delaware

Overview

The Pathways to Thriving Summit is a statewide event hosted by the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) Bureau of Health Equity to advance health outcomes and well-being for all Delawareans. Leaders from health care and public health, housing, education, economic and workforce development, transportation, criminal justice, and other sectors will collaborate to explore strategies that strengthen conditions for individuals and communities to thrive.

Who Will Speak

Lieutenant Governor Kyle Evans Gay
DPH Director Steven Blessing
DPH Deputy Director Dr. Tesha Quail
Becky Payne, President & CEO of the Rippel Foundation — Keynote Speaker (“Fostering Well-Being Through a Sense of Belonging”)

What to Expect

This summit moves beyond traditional health topics to address root causes of health inequities — including safe housing, healthy food access, education, and health care — through coordinated, cross-sector action. Participants will take part in interactive breakout sessions, roundtable discussions, planning workshops, and more to help build stronger partnerships and practical ideas to improve health across Delaware.

Who Should Attend

This summit is ideal for public health professionals and leaders, community planners, educators, housing and workforce partners, health care and social service providers, local government staff, and anyone committed to building healthier communities.

Registration

Registration is open now through March 17, 2026, with early-bird pricing available through February 14, 2026. Childcare is provided, and sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available.