Community Events
SNOAC General Meeting
We can’t wait to see you all at our next meeting! This meeting will be hybrid and you can choose to attend in-person at a location to be announced or virtually via Zoom.
If you have any questions, wish to update your SNOAC membership, or have important community events or resources related to substance use, overdose or recovery, please don’t hesitate to reach out via the SNOAC contact us page.
In-Person Meeting Location:
***PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED ADDRESS***
Roseman University
1 Breakthrough Way
Las Vegas, NV 89135
Virtual Meeting Information:
Q4 SNOAC General Meeting
Nov 7, 2024 10:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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SNOAC Winter Gathering
You have been invited to attend the Southern Nevada Opioid Advisory Council (SNOAC) Planning Meeting and Winter Gathering! At this meeting there will be snacks and warm drinks as you network with your fellow attendees and voice your opinions on what you feel should be the SNOAC priorities in 2025!
This gathering and feedback session will be held in-person at the Center at 401 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89101. Due to the interactivity of the gathering, there will not be a virtual option to attend.
This is a flexible gathering and you are welcome to come anytime between 10 and 12 stay for as long as you would like in the meeting- whether that is 10 minutes or the full 2 hours.
If you have any questions, or would like to update your membership, please visit the contact us page. We hope to see you there!
Walk Like MADD 5K
About: Walk Like MADD is MADD's signature fundraising event to help us raise both awareness and funds to end drunk driving and fight drugged driving. Several Walk Like MADD events have implemented a MADD 5K Dash. Last year, tens of thousands of people in over 90 cities across the nation participated, and together, we raised over 3 million dollars to provide our programs and services at no cost. With every step taken and each dollar raised, walkers are supporting MADD’s lifesaving mission to keep our families and communities safe.
Learn more and register today: https://www.walklikemadd.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.home
Recovery Village at Las Vegas Pride
Cost: Free to attend, sponsorship opportunities available
About: A Safe Space to celebrate pride loud and proud. There will be lots of things to do including music, speakers, social activities, sober bar, resource vendors and more!
Learn more here:https://files.constantcontact.com/f9350320801/5b9d9221-2e8a-46bb-a7dc-df31066e4d1f.png
2024 Nevada Statewide Conference on Addressing Homelessness
About: We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual Nevada Statewide Conference on Addressing Homelessness, scheduled for October 7-8 at the Flamingo Las Vegas.
Homelessness remains a pressing issue in Nevada, with the number of individuals experiencing homelessness steadily increasing. Despite ongoing efforts, this trend highlights the urgent need for collaborative and innovative solutions.
Our conference provides a crucial platform for stakeholders from various sectors—including government agencies, non-profit organizations, businesses, community members, and People with Lived Experience—to come together, share insights, and explore effective strategies to combat homelessness. We are proud to share that our 2022 and 2023 conferences were sold out, with over 300 attendees from across the state including special guests from HUD, as well as written, video, and in person support of State, County, and City Elected Officials from across Nevada, National Alliance to End Homelessness, National Low Income Housing Coalition, and United States Interagency Council on Homelessness— reflecting the high level of engagement and the critical importance of this issue.
Cost:
Early Bird Registration: $150 (August 5th-August 31st)
Registration: $200 (Sept 1th to October 7th)
Learn more and register here: https://nevadahomelessalliance.org/level-up/
Mobilize Recovery Las Vegas
About: Let's show Las Vegas the power of recovery! Your presence makes a difference. Come join us and be part of a nationwide movement for hope and healing. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening filled with music, community, and inspiration! We're rolling into the Foundation for Recovery to bring you an evening of celebration, connection, and empowerment, featuring a special performance by country music artist Whey Jennings!
Cost: Free
Where: Foundation for Recovery (4800 Alpine Place, Las Vegas, NV, 89108)
Learn More at https://www.mobilizerecovery.org/mobilize_las_vegas
Harm Reduction 201: Understanding Drug-Related Stigma Training
About: This training takes a critical look at the history of the substance misuse movement and its impact on recovery and health equity in our community. This workshop will introduce the concepts of social inequalities faced by people who use drugs, the stigma they experience, and how this impacts their ability to access services.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Register today at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/erdnn5z/lp/ba69c3d5-ea99-404d-94b1-eb8156db67cb
SOR 4 Funding Information Webinar
About: An informational webinar will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 1:00 PM (PST) to provide an overview of the SOR 4 application requirements. This webinar will offer potential applicants an opportunity to learn more about the funding process, key application components, and eligibility criteria. Additionally, there will be a Q&A session to address any questions. We encourage all interested applicants to attend this webinar to ensure a thorough understanding of the application process.
How to Join: To join the webinar on Microsoft Teams, please use meeting ID 282 930 870 322 with passcode 3pCjCS. You can also click this link or view the document below. To dial in by phone, dial 775-321-6111, 67032742#.
Learn more about this funding opportunity here: https://dpbh.nv.gov/Programs/BBHWP/SOR/SOR4RFA/
Listening Session: Harm Reduction
This Listening Session shares experiences with fentanyl test strip education and distribution, preparedness for overdose emergencies; the evolution of Harm Reduction, and emerging groups of synthetic opioids.
Link to sign up to attend and learn more: https://nvopioidresponse.org/event/listening-session-2-harm-reduction/
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will develop a comprehensive understanding of overdose emergencies, including recognizing signs and symptoms associated with opioid overdose.
Participants will be able to explain the significance and application of harm reduction strategies, including fentanyl test strip education and distribution.
Participants will learn about the evolution of harm reduction practices and be introduced to emerging groups of synthetic opioids, enhancing their preparedness to address overdose emergencies within their communities.
Continuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs
This training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. It is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for PRSS, PRSS-S, and Prevention Specialists.
Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.
LIMA Diversion Program Graduation
About: Join LIMA as they celebrate their program graduates! There will be a Taco Truck, networking opportunities and you are welcome to bring your kids as there will be an area where they will be safe and entertained.
Cost: Free
To learn more contact Angel Lash at lasha@clarkcountycourts.us
Harm Reduction 101: The Basics of Harm Reduction Training
About: This interactive adult training provides participants with an in-depth overview of harm reduction concepts. This workshop provides a foundation in the philosophy, principles, and practices of harm reduction in the context of the United States. Participants will learn more tools to understand the different types and levels of harm.
Our goal is that through guided discussion and activities, participants will develop practical skills and increased knowledge to use in their work with people who currently are or formerly have used drugs, with an emphasis on injection drug use.
Location: Virtual
Link to Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2k36d84/lp/7d34c7e8-c6fc-4301-aa1a-1d354c782fc8
Embracing Life as Women Conference
About: Embracing Life As Women (ELAW) highlights the difficulties and triumphs of women of childbearing age (14-44) who are struggling with, or have struggled with, substance use and/or mental health challenges, and society's stigma of these very real and common issues. ELAW focuses on reducing harms, introducing supports, and highlighting best practices for these women. ELAW is open to anyone supportive of these goals, and all genders. CARE Coalition is a local nonprofit organization focused on providing connections to resources, bringing awareness through education, and prevention efforts that respond to the growing number of pregnant women and women of childbearing ages affected by alcohol or drug use.
Location: The Blind Center of NV (1001 N. Bruce Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101)
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoWcObfQ5iRS21JcouuzqKv-DY41JGDQMz4L02Ym_mG2sufA/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn More: https://www.carecoalitionnv.org/programs/elaw or contact ashley@carecoalitionnv.org
Overdose Response with Naloxone - Training of Trainers
Join me while I train trainers with the current information about the illicit drug supply in our community and the current best practices for reversing overdoses. At the end of this training, you should be equipped with the knowledge and tools to train others in overdose response with naloxone, understand opioids and their effects, and educate others on common myths regarding drug overdose and fentanyl.
This training is grant funded and provided at no-cost.
Register today at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ksq3dbf/lp/51645278-bf3c-4b37-8860-18337c831960
International Overdose Awareness Day
Cost: Free and Open to the Public
About: This year's event will be focus on a vigil and a community resource fair relating to and helping prevent overdoses in the Las Vegas area.
The vigil this year will include music, a space for candles, ribbons, and photos as well as a reading of the names. We encourage anyone who has been impacted by or lost someone to overdose to bring a picture for the vigil.
We will have trainings for Naloxone, Fentanyl Test Strips, and Xylazine Test Strips. Those who attend the trainings will be able to receive these. We strongly encourage anyone who thinks they need these items or knows someone in their life who should have them to attend. Xylazine has arrived in Las Vegas and this is a great opportunity to learn about it's dangers and how to avoid harm from it.
Please register ahead of time to ensure a food ticket is held for you. The first 100 general admissions will receive one when they check in. We will have door prizes this year instead of a silent auction. Please stop by the registration table when you arrive to receive your ticket for the prizes.
We are in a smaller venue this year so please register soon if you would like a table at the resource fair. Table will come with 2 chairs and 2 food tickets. We strongly encourage any vendors sending more than 2 people to register them as general attendees to guarantee space and food.
LIMA Community Resource Sharing Meeting
About: This meeting is open to all community members to share resources! Everyone will have 2 minutes to share with attendees
Location: LVMPD (400 S. Martin Luther King Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89106)
For more information, reach out to Angel Lash at lasha@clarkcountycourts.us or the HOPE team at hopeteam@unr.edu
Health District After Dark: Health Equity in Sin City
Please join us for our next Health District After Dark entitled “Health Equity in Sin City” on Tuesday, August 6th from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at the UNLV Community Education Building, across from the main campus on Maryland Avenue. You can also watch online on Microsoft Teams.
Our speakers will be:
Dr. Jon Wynn from University of Massachusetts, Amherst, who is the current Chair and Professor-Department of Sociology. He will be speaking about findings from his co-authored text “The City and the Hospital: The Paradox of Medically Overserved Communities.” Dr. Wynn is also an alumnus of UNLV’s Department of Sociology.
Tamera Travis recently published the SNHD Health Equity Status Report. This report focuses on key health indicators in terms of economic stability; economic access and quality; and health care access and quality. The report also outlines social determinants of health (SDOH), and how they relate to Clark County and Healthy People 2030 targets. Healthy People 2030 is a 10-year plan for that identifies public health priorities to help individuals, organizations, and communities across the United States improve health and well-being.
Xavier Foster currently serves as the Health Equity Coordinator for the SNHD. During the last 13 years, he has developed and applied his skills in grants management, implementation of evidence-based programs, community engagement and most recently establishing the Health Equity program at SHND.
Please share widely with your networks! Contact Laura Valentino (valentino@snhd.org) with any questions.
Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit
2024 Theme
To tackle the overdose epidemic effectively and compassionately, our community must be attentive to the needs of people who use drugs and their loved ones. It is crucial to revise, adjust, or introduce laws, programs, and initiatives in response to emerging research, evidence, and best practices. This endeavor demands flexibility, growth, and a willingness to embrace fresh perspectives and innovative approaches.
Be a part of the 2024 Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit where we will focus on addressing and prioritizing the evolving needs of the community in response to the changing landscape of the overdose crisis.
Registration is Now Open!
Registration for the 2024 SNSMOPS is now open! Sam Rivera, the Executive Director of the overdose prevention site in New York will be the plenary for this amazing event. We will be announcing more as we get closer to the event. Registration is $25 per person but scholarships are available and parking is included in your registration. We look forward to seeing you there!
Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/SNSMOPS2024
Scholarships Information
Scholarships to attend the 2024 Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit are available. Please note, scholarships only cover registration costs and do not include travel. Please use the link below to apply for a scholarship to attend this event. If you have any questions, please contact Katarina Pulver at pulver@snhd.org for assistance.
Apply for a scholarship here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7893644/2024-SNSMOPS-Scholarship-Application
SNOAC General Meeting
We can’t wait to see you all at our next meeting! This meeting will be hybrid and you can choose to attend in-person at a location to be announced or virtually via WebEx.
If you have any questions, wish to update your SNOAC membership, or have important community events or resources related to substance use, overdose or recovery, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kat Pulver at pulver@snhd.org, Jessica Johnson at johnsonjes@snhd.org, or Jamie Ross at jross@drugfreelasvegas.org.
In-Person Meeting Location:
UPDATED ADDRESS
Roseman University
3755 Breakthrough Way
Classroom 210
Las Vegas, NV 89135
Virtual Meeting Information:
Q3 SNOAC General Meeting
Thursday, July 25, 2024 10:00 AM | 2 hours | (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Link to Meeting: https://snhd.webex.com/snhd/j.php?MTID=m41a20612337b78723a1a398e6fd79ddc
Meeting number: 2554 735 2014
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Overdose Response with Naloxone - Training of Trainers
Description
Join this naloxone train trainers with the current information about the illicit drug supply in our community and the current best practices for reversing overdoses. At the end of this training, you should be equipped with the knowledge and tools to train others in overdose response with naloxone, understand opioids and their effects, and educate others on common myths regarding drug overdose and fentanyl. This training is grant funded and provided at no-cost.
Location
280 S Decatur Blvd., Callico Hills Conference Room, Las Vegas, 89107
Cost: Free
Link to register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/95477j8
Harm Reduction 201: Understanding Drug-Related Stigma
About: This training takes a critical look at the history of the substance misuse movement and its impact on recovery and health equity in our community. This workshop will introduce the concepts of social inequalities faced by people who use drugs, the stigma they experience, and how this impacts their ability to access services. Workshop participants are provided the opportunity to explore how people who currently are or formerly have used substances experience the impact of stigma, which can permeate nearly every aspect of their lives including relationships with family, friends, employers, and health care providers.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Link to Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/6fxdx5p/lp/cebc16bb-de3b-4ef9-a039-e0a201010bf8
ReCon 2025 Planning Meeting
About: Join There is No Hero in Heroin as they kick off the planning of the 2025 ReCon Conference (previously known as Black Monday). For more information, please contact Dr. Krista Hales at dr.kristahales@outlook.com
Cost: Free
Location: 3441 W Sahara Ave. Unit C-1, Las Vegas, NV
SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST)
Cost: Free
About: Grounded in current research and SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework, this foundational training helps practitioners develop the knowledge and skills needed to plan, implement, and evaluate effective, data-driven programs and practices that reduce behavioral health disparities and improve wellness.
Learn more and register at https://www.casatlearning.org/component/eventbooking/vegas/spf?Itemid=762
Harm Reduction 101: The Basics of Harm Reduction Training
About: This interactive adult training provides participants with an in-depth overview of harm reduction concepts. This workshop provides a foundation in the philosophy, principles, and practices of harm reduction in the context of the United States. Participants will learn more tools to understand the different types and levels of harm.
Our goal is that through guided discussion and activities, participants will develop practical skills and increased knowledge to use in their work with people who currently are or formerly have used drugs, with an emphasis on injection drug use.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
Link to Register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/z6xjtwb/lp/851cbb8a-cfaf-4fc7-a2f1-22d21e15cec9
2024 American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence, Inc. Conference
2024 American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence, Inc. Conference: “Treating Opioid Use Disorder: So Much More Than Medication”
About: The workshop lineup will include state of the art information on diverse areas of focus such as patient care and best practices, building community partnerships and collaborations, public policy and regulatory changes, workforce development, quality assurance, and financial reimbursement. There will be workshops that focus on emerging treatment trends and developments such as the fentanyl epidemic, mobile opioid treatment programs, regulatory changes, expansion of treatment services in rural areas, integrating treatment with the corrections systems, and integrating harm reduction initiatives.
Cost: $675
Learn more: https://aatod.eventscribe.net/
SNV ED Opiate Response Panel & Mixer
About: Come join us for an educational panel and mixer to learn about translating policy into actionable steps for the boots on the ground.
Free CME from CCMS for this event!
Held at Las Vegas City Hall, Meeting Rooms 1-4
Cost: Free
Registration Required Here: lasvegasheals.org
SNOAC General Meeting
We can’t wait to see you all at our next meeting! This meeting will be hybrid and you can choose to attend in-person at a location to be announced or virtually via WebEx.
If you have any questions, wish to update your SNOAC membership, or have important community events or resources related to substance use, overdose or recovery, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kat Pulver at pulver@snhd.org, Jessica Johnson at johnsonjes@snhd.org, or Jamie Ross at jross@drugfreelasvegas.org.
In-Person Meeting Location:
***PLEASE NOTE THE UPDATED ADDRESS***
Roseman University
1 Breakthrough Way
Las Vegas, NV 89135
Virtual Meeting Information:
Q2 SNOAC General Meeting
Thursday, May 9, 2024 10:00 AM | 2 hours | (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Link to Meeting: https://snhd.webex.com/snhd/j.php?MTID=m7f67b8178a3150cbdb370df8ffb789c9
Meeting number: 2556 749 7195
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DEA Pill Take Back Day
Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. That's why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in - safely and anonymously - a record amount of prescription drugs. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting.
Find a take back site near you at the link here: https://www.dea.gov/takebackday
The Anonymous People Documentary Screening
About: The Center's Link Up Team and Foundation for Recovery will be hosting a free screening of "The Anonymous People". A 2013 documentary about the 23.5 million Americans LIVING in long term recovery from alcohol and other substances. This documentary looks at the stigmatization and long associated participation in successful anonymous 12 step groups that have kept the recovery voices silent and in the dark for decades. Looking into the vacuum created by this silence, the film brings awareness to the media sensationalism of addiction that continues to perpetuate the "lurid public fascination" of this preventable and treatable health condition.Much like people living with HIV/AIDS and breast cancer, these courageous advocates are coming out of the shadows to tell their true stories. With faces and voices of leaders, corporate executives, celebrities, and everyday people, we no longer have to stay silent. The recovery movement is fueling a changing conversation and transforming public opinion and policies on the local, state, and national levels.
Location: The Center (401 S. Maryland Pkwy.)
Cost: Free
Register today at https://thecenterlv.org/form/the-anonymous-people-movie-screening
ReCon: 2024 (Black Monday Expanded)
Cost: Free
About: We are thrilled to announce that our remarkable progress on Black Monday has propelled us to unprecedented heights. We're delighted to inform you that Black Monday will undergo a transformation, emerging as "ReCon: Recovery Conference." ReCon will encompass morning sessions that include: Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Professional Development Credits (PDs), Continuing Medical Credits (CMEs), a grief workshop, and a recovery wellness workshop. Following these enriching morning sessions, we will continue to feature the cherished elements of our traditional Black Monday programming. vendors at ReCon. We remain deeply grateful for the opportunity to engage in the vital work we do. Please make sure to reserve the date in your calendar as we look forward to your participation. Save the date!
Learn more: https://e.givesmart.com/events/yS2/ or contact Ari at ari@tinhih.org
SNOAC General Committee Meeting
We can’t wait to see you all at our next meeting! This meeting will be hybrid and you can choose to attend in-person at a location to be announced or virtually via Zoom.
If you have any questions, wish to update your SNOAC membership, or have important community events or resources related to substance use, overdose or recovery, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kat Pulver at pulver@snhd.org, Jessica Johnson at johnsonjes@snhd.org, or Jamie Ross at jross@drugfreelasvegas.org.
In-Person Meeting Location:
**NEW ADDRESS**
Where: Roseman University
Address: 3775 Breakthrough Way, Ste.100, Las Vegas, NV 89135
Virtual Meeting Information:
Q1 SNOAC General Meeting
Thursday, February 8, 2024 10:00 AM | 2 hours | (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Link to meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81301182821?pwd=bzZSSGIzSXZCS05xalFaS0hnbjVCQT09
Meeting number: 813 0118 2821
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LIMA Community Resource Sharing Meeting
Location: University of Nevada, Reno Extension (2280 N McDaniel St. N Las Vegas, NV 89030)
This meeting is open to all community members to share resources! Everyone will have two minutes to share with attendees.