The Art of Renewal
11.19.2026 - 11.21.2026
Building on the success of the inaugural Hearth Summit Dallas, this annual gathering returns for a second year—bringing together changemakers from Dallas and across the globe to explore how creativity and well-being can strengthen the work of social change.
Across three immersive days, participants will experience compelling plenary sessions, live and participatory arts encounters, panels, breakout conversations, and well-being practices. More than a traditional conference, Hearth creates space to discover new ideas, form meaningful relationships, and return to our work and communities with renewed perspective and practical approaches.
Rooted in Dallas and connected to a global movement led by The Wellbeing Project, Hearth Summit Dallas invites us to imagine more creative, connected, and sustainable ways of living, working, and leading change.
Venues
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OutLoud Dallas
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The Eisemann Center
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Encore Park
Themes
Art for Societal Transformation
Ecological Belonging
The Science of Well-Being
Restorative Education
What to Expect
Plenary Speakers
Immersive Arts Encounters
Breakout Sessions
Well-Being Practices
Who is it for?
Artists
Educators
Community leaders
Philanthropic community
Local, regional & global changemakers
Speakers & Artists
Alejandro Perez, Jr.
Master capoeirista, multidisciplinary arts educator
Allison Caldwell
Co-Founder & Executive Director, OutLoud Dallas
Anthony Goulet
Author, youth violence interventionist endorsed by the Dalai Lama
Dr. Bayo Akomolafe
Founder, The Emergence Network; Author and Teacher
David Dunbar
Principal Collaborator, DKDK Project; Founder, CITYTerm; author & educational consultant specializing in transformational learning
Jeffery Moffitt
Co-Founder & Executive Director, OutLoud Dallas
Dr. John Gasko
Chief Well Being Officer, Uplift Education
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Kevin Spencer, Ph.D.
Artist, Speaker, and Author; Founder of Magic Therapy and Hocus Focus
Laura Peña Zanatta
Artist, teacher, organizational culture consultant, ritual researcher, & public intellectual
More coming soon...
Part of a global movement
Hearth Summits are happening in communities across the globe
FAQ
What is the Wellbeing Project?
The Wellbeing Project is the global leader in researching and advocating for the wellbeing of changemakers, and for wellbeing in changemaking. Co-created with Ashoka, Georgetown University, Impact Hub, Porticus, Skoll Foundation and Synergos, The Wellbeing Project is a network of more than 1,200 organisations dedicated to:
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Strengthening the research case for centering wellbeing in social development
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Connecting a growing network of organizations building a culture of wellbeing
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Accelerating the growth of wellbeing initiatives around the world
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Convening Summits at the intersection of inner, organizational, societal and planetary wellbeing
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Mainstreaming a wellbeing and social impact narrative
What is a Hearth Summit?
Every few years, the Wellbeing Project hosts a Global Hearth Summit. This award-winning, three-day gathering brings together 1,000+ changemakers to advance a hopeful vision of individual, collective and ecological wellbeing for all.
Regional Hearth Summits are smaller versions of the global event, hosted by local communities of changemakers who want to explore and embrace the wellbeing for social impact movement in their own countries. They offer deep conversations, immersive arts experiences, hands-on workshops, cultural activities, and much more.
What is the schedule?
Thursday, November 19: 4pm - 9pm
Friday, November 20: 9am - 4pm + optional evening performance
Saturday, November 21: 9am - 4pm + optional evening event
The full schedule will be shared with attendees closer to the event.
What is the cost to attend? What is included in the registration fee?
Tickets are $299 and include full access to all three days of the summit. Your ticket covers admission to all performances, sessions, and workshops during the summit; entry to Illuminated Voices, our spoken word event series. A welcome dinner on Thursday, November 19, as well as breakfast and lunch on Friday and Saturday, are also included.
What do I do if I can’t afford a ticket?
We’re offering special discounted rates for artists, educators, and nonprofit workers—please reach out to allison@weareoutloud.org if this applies to you. While we’re unable to offer travel stipends for this event, we do have a limited number of discounted and sponsored tickets available. If the registration fee poses a financial barrier, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
How do I register?
Because space is limited, registration for the Hearth Summit is by invitation. We welcome interest from artists, educators, organizers, and changemakers from all backgrounds. To help us create a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative space, please complete our Express Your Interest Form. Selected participants will receive an email with a link to confirm their spot and purchase a ticket.
What if I can only come for one day? Do I still need to buy a ticket?
Attendance is for the full 3-day Summit. Single-day passes are not available.
