The nation’s premier conference on the Science of the Positive, Positive Community Norms & the Science of Positive Experiences

For decades, the Science of the Positive has offered a bold and hopeful premise: that the surest path to healthy, thriving communities is to identify what's working, amplify what's strong, and build on the good that already exists in every community. During the 2027 Montana Summer Institute, you’ll see new data, hear fresh insights, and gain an even deeper understanding of how promoting health is the best way to increase it.

Over three and a half energizing days, you'll explore the data, frameworks, and real-world results behind some of today's most exciting community health work. You'll hear from expert researchers and experienced practitioners who are forging a positive path forward on issues including youth substance use, traffic safety, positive childhood experiences, and more. And if you can join in person in Big Sky, your afternoons will be filled with hands-on, interactive workshops designed to help you measure, communicate, and expand the impact of your own work.

Whether you're new to the Science of the Positive or have been applying it for years, the 2027 Summer Institute will light the path ahead, giving you the tools and next steps to help your community thrive.