SNOAC Ad-Hoc Community Updates

Written By Katarina Pulver

Good Morning SNOAC Community,

 

I hope you have been well! As a reminder, our next meeting is Thursday, February 8th at 10am and will be available in a hybrid format (virtual and in person). Virtually you can access the meeting via Zoom or in-person at Roseman University (3775 Breakthrough Way,  Ste.100, Las Vegas, NV 89135). In the meantime, please see some community ad-hoc updates:

 

Community Updates

 

Educational Opportunities:

  • Local

    • Tobacco-Free Living Summit

      • When: Wednesday, January 31st from 9a-1p (lunch to follow)

      • Where: Pearson Community Center (1625 W. Carey Ave, N Las Vegas, NV 89032)

      • Cost: Free (lunch is included)

      • About: The Tobacco-Free Living Summit is dedicated to addressing the harmful impact of tobacco on the Black community. Join us for crucial conversations led by community leaders on the following topics: Tobacco and Mental Health, Smoking and our genetics, social justice issues, the tobacco and cannabis link, and menthol and tobacco flavoring marketing impacts on Black Americans

      • Register and learn more at https://www.becausewematterlv.org/

    • ReCon: 2024 (Black Monday Expanded)

      • When: February 10th from 9am-5pm

      • Where: UNLV Student Union

      • 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

    • Social Determinants of Health and HIV-Related Health Equity Training Program

      • When: February 26th from 10a-4p

      • Where: Southern Nevada Health District (280 S Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89107)

      • Cost: Free

      • About: The purpose of this activity is to present key concepts related to social determinants of health and health equity. The participants will be provided an overview of key concepts and given an opportunity to look at the connection between HIV-related disparities and social determinants of health. Lunch will be provided. CME & CEU will be available for participants.

      • Learn more and register: https://paetc.caspio.com/dp/050e700090280c9da9194a3daf9c?ER_ID=20017267

    • Harm Reduction 101: The Basics of Harm Reduction

      • When: February 27th from 8a-12p

      • Where: Virtual via Webex

      • Cost: Free

      • 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.

      • Learn more and register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nqdejrm/lp/1083f1d1-9fcc-4410-9963-00994f82b752

    • Harm Reduction 201: Understanding Drug-Related Stigma

      • When: March 12th 8a-12p

      • Where: Virtually via Webex

      • Cost: Free

      • 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.

      • Learn more and register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/m6mgej2/lp/80220b23-f95e-417a-bad9-10b86b7d5b1a

  • National

    • Montana Virtual Winter Summit

      • When: February 5-9 from 10a-11a PST

      • Where: Virtual

      • Cost: $149

      • About: This virtual summit expands on the conversation we had with the SNSMOPS plenary speaker. The Montana Institute is hosting their virtual summit on Improving Public Health through Positive Experiences’

      • Learn more: https://www.montanainstitute.com/mwi

    • Montana Summer Institute

      • When: July 16-19

      • Where: Big Sky Montana or Virtually

      • Cost: In-person registration- $995; Virtual registration: $525

      • About: Reshape the way you approach community health and well-being at the 2024 Montana Summer Institute. Join us onsite or online and learn how to foster hope, cultivate health, and strengthen connections to build healthier, safer, and more positive communities for all.

      • Learn More: https://www.montanainstitute.com/msi

    • 2024 American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence, Inc. Conference: “Treating Opioid Use Disorder: So Much More Than Medication”

      • When: May 18-22 varying start and end times each day

      • Where: Planet Hollywood (3667 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109)

      • Cost: $500 (Price increases Jan 31)

      • 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. For those newer to the field or those who want a refresher on the basics, we have once again included a “Foundations” track which will include selections on the fundamentals of medication assisted treatment.

      • Learn more: https://aatod.eventscribe.net/aaStatic.asp?SFP=SFFNWkdKWExAMTU3OTNAR2VuZXJhbCBJbmZvcm1hdGlvbg

 

Again, As a reminder, our next meeting is Thursday, February 8th at 10am and will be available in a hybrid format (virtual and in person). Virtually you can access the meeting via Zoom or in-person at Roseman University (3775 Breakthrough Way,  Ste.100, Las Vegas, NV 89135). 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.

 

I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Katarina Pulver
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