"Absolutely brilliant to be on the cutting edge of research put into practice..." (2026 delegate)
Living Well

Empowering young people for better mental wellbeing

Annual BrainWaves Conference 16th June 2027

The BrainWaves Living Well conference is where the research and education communities come together to share insights and practice. Join us in our mission to improve adolescent mental wellbeing across the whole school population.

BrainWaves Living Well Conference 2027

16th June 2027 | Prospero House, London

Early Bird Tickets Available Now For £120

TURN INSIGHT INTO ACTION

On Wednesday June 16th 2027, education leaders and adolescent mental wellbeing professionals will join academics and policy makers for the annual BrainWaves Living Well conference. Feedback from our 2026 event was hugely positive as a highly collaborative audience discussed evidence-based strategies around belonging, anxiety, sport and self-harm as well as data from leading studies across the UK.
 
In 2027, you will be able to hear from leading experts and explore the latest research on the issues facing young people today, with relevant insights and practical ideas you can take back to your team.
 
Go beyond the headlines and explore what the latest developments mean in practice. Whether you’re developing your whole-school approach, reviewing existing provision or looking for new ways to support young people, the conference offers space to learn, question and connect.
“Incredible conference! I would recommend attendance next year…”
Professor Tony Breslin, Institute of Education and Transform Education
At £120, the Early Bird rate offers excellent value for a full day of CPD, with a focus on what the latest research means in practice for schools and those supporting young people.

If you’re a BrainWaves Research Partner school, you’re eligible for a complimentary ticket and additional tickets at a discounted price as part of your partnership benefits. Please contact your Research Partner Manager to find out more and claim your place.
 
 

SHARE YOUR RESEARCH
AT THE 2027 CONFERENCE

We’re inviting researchers and academics to submit their work for consideration for our 2027 Poster Exhibition!
 
This is an opportunity to showcase your latest research on adolescent mental wellbeing, share your findings with a diverse audience of education and research professionals, and discuss the implications of your work directly with conference delegates. We particularly welcome research on adolescent school-based mental health interventions and programmes.
 
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION

The deadline for submitting a poster is 31st January 2027 and selected posters will be notified by 12th February 2027. All Early Career Researchers submitting a poster will be offered a discounted ticket price of £60.

Please enter your submission via this form: Click here to submit your poster 
 
We can’t wait to see your applications and look forward to highlighting the research that provides better understanding of the mental health challenges facing young people today.
 
For any queries, please email conference@brainwaveshub.org.

To discuss sponsorship or find out more, please get in touch with the BrainWaves team at conference@brainwaveshub.org.

Together, we can ensure that research leads to real-world impact for young people.