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Learn more about the Health Alliance for Violence Intervention (HAVI), an organization aimed at preventing and mitigate the effects of violence through safety planning, trauma informed care, follow-up services, and addressing the social determinants of health in the next episode of the AAEM Social EM Grassroot Highlight Series. Listen: bit.ly/3Vf3imi

Did you know the pivotal role that family members and close friends play in the lives of people who use substances? Register for "Bridging Bonds: Supporting Families and Loved Ones of Individuals Who Use Substances" - Part 1, to explore an overview of the dynamics of substance use, effective communication techniques, and specific interventions to help families navigate challenges associated with their loved one's substance use. 1.5 FREE CEUs on June 4 (12-1:30pm EST). Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ehMYgE5i Join us at our FREE three-part Series: Emerging Issues in Harm Reduction: Family & Community Work, with Tanagra M. Melgarejo, MSW, and Joe Pereira, LICSW, CAS. These free webinars are sponsored by RIZE Massachusetts and the National Harm Reduction Coalition. 6/11/24 - Nurturing Resilience: Addressing Secondary Trauma in Social Workers Engaged in Harm Reduction - Part 2 (1.5 CEUs) 6/25/24 - Navigating Risk: Strategies for Social Workers in Harm Reduction - Part 3 (1.5 CEUs) Learn more here: www.naswma.org/events

Next week marks a significant milestone in the movement to address an often-overlooked issue: the 2024 International Conference on Violence Against Men and Boys. After two and a half years of hard work, collaboration, and dedication, this groundbreaking virtual event is finally happening. I'm honored to be opening and closing Day Two of the conference, as well as speaking in a breakout session alongside some of the most inspiring and knowledgeable individuals in this field, John-Michael Lander and Cranford Blackmon. It was with the support of the VAMB Steering Commitee and dozens of incredible volunteers that this event is happening. There is a diverse lineup of expert speakers—spanning from public health organizations, academia, healthcare, criminal justice, and lived experience—we're setting the stage for transformative change. This conference isn't just an event; it's a crucial public health intervention aimed at preventing violence against men and boys. Together, we'll explore the structural determinants of violence, it's devastating impacts on mental and physical health, and how it intersects with issues like education, criminal justice involvement, financial stability, and public safety. I can't wait to see the impact this conference will have on attendees and the broader community. Let’s make history together! #PublicHealth #ViolencePrevention #MentalHealth #SocialImpact #VAMB2024 #BreakTheCycle Agenda: https://lnkd.in/exndEpfJ Register: https://lnkd.in/eDMAmX6a

What makes a policy #traumainformed? Explore CTIPP's checklist & offer your suggestions: https://lnkd.in/eMiU2Wt8 #TransformTrauma #HOPEisNEAR #MentalHealth #BehavioralHealth #policymaking

If you’re new to trauma- informed frameworks or trauma- aware policies, check out this quick read. If you’re a seasons leader with an ongoing trauma focused framework, check out this quick read. Are you covering everything? There is a safety offered in spaces that are trauma- informed and that safety translates to life changing as well as life saving efforts. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #traumainformed #traumarecovery

This checklist can and should be adapted and used in all organizations and sectors, especially schools, health centers/providers, governing agencies at all levels and communities. #gamechanger #lifechanging #smartbusiness #bestpractices #buildresilience #aces #traumainformed #policyadvocacy #betterfuture

A new National Strategy for #SuicidePrevention is in the works, learn more about this and other important #WorkplaceSuicidePrevention information in our webinar. https://lnkd.in/gkRQFRU4

Thinking about integrated communities teams today as I facilitated the West Area Health Forum and what we’ve learned about key success factors so far…the case for action seems to be made but the how is yet to be set…so 1) community led- a meeting that is set by local people and meets their needs will also meet the needs of all the multiple statutory/community and voluntary sector people. Everyone loves jargon free, tight agendas and inclusive style 2) community insight - local people know the issues and where rhetoric doesn’t match reality and understand instinctively when the system is wasting energy and resources 3) that when we support primary care we deliver much more of what communities need and that when primary care and communities actually join forces we are unstoppable…strategically and operationally 4) …that everyone agrees we must focus on prevention including and especially those whose job is crisis!

Hi Everyone! 🌟 "Adverse childhood experiences are the greatest unaddressed public health threat facing our nation today." - Dr. Robert Block We must prioritize addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and recognize how these formative experiences can shape us as individuals. By understanding the profound impact of ACEs, we can build more compassionate and effective support systems that help people heal, grow, and thrive despite their past challenges. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #adversechildhoodexperiences

The ORCCA Menu and this guide provide a rare summary of evidence-based practices and implementation strategies known to have impact on reducing #overdose fatalities. We hope that lives will be saved as a result of this tool and the description of innovative strategies the practice guide contains. Social Intervention Group Columbia School of Social Work https://lnkd.in/emJKvPPQ