Events

Events

Upcoming Events

Upcoming: Virtual enCompass Instructor Training- December 8th, 2026

Become a Certified enCompass Instructor and Help Families and Communities Navigate Addiction while increasing individuals' addiction knowledge and decreasing stigma surrounding addiction. Become a Certified enCompass and Responding to Addiction Instructor The Addiction Policy Forum is excited to announce an upcoming Virtual enCompass Instructor Training on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. The enCompass program is a comprehensive, evidence-informed trai

[Webinar] Recent Advances in Treatment and Recovery for Women with Substance Use Disorders

Women with substance use disorders (SUD) face distinct health, social, and structural challenges—particularly during pregnancy, the early postpartum period, and involvement with the criminal justice system. These pivotal transitions can heighten vulnerability while also creating important opportunities to connect women with effective, compassionate care. This webinar will examine emerging research on the unique needs of women with SUD, with a particular focus on opioid use di

Upcoming: Virtual Responding to Addiction Instructor Training- December 3rd, 2026

Help reduce stigma, increase understanding of addiction, and empower your community with the knowledge and skills to respond to substance use disorders. Become a Certified Responding to Addiction Instructor The Addiction Policy Forum (APF) is hosting a Responding to Addiction Virtual Instructor Training on Thursday, December 3, 2026! This training provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to become certified instructors and bring evidence-based addiction educa

Illinois In-Person Responding to Addiction Training

Join Vermilion County ROSC and Carle Health for an upcoming Responding to Addiction training in Danville, Illinois. This three-hour, multidisciplinary training is open to all community members and equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools to better understand and address substance use disorders. Attendees will learn about the signs and symptoms of addiction, the science of addiction, evidence-based treatment options—including medications for substance use dis

Upcoming: Virtual Responding to Addiction Training

Join Dartmouth Health, Southern New Hampshire Area Health Education Center, All Together New Hampshire, and the Greater Sullivan County Public Health Network for an upcoming Responding to Addiction virtual training. This training describes the science of addiction, signs and symptoms of a substance use disorder (SUD), evidence-based treatment approaches for SUD, FDA-approved medications to treat SUD, and how to talk to someone about their substance use. 3 free Continuing Educ

[Webinar] Alcohol Use Disorder Part 2: Addressing the Special Needs of Women and Understanding Recovery Trajectories and Relapse

Women with alcohol use disorder (AUD) may face unique barriers to care, including stigma, caregiving responsibilities, co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma exposure, and limited access to services designed to meet their needs. Understanding these factors is essential to improving equitable access to effective, person-centered treatment. This webinar will examine alcohol use and AUD among women in the United States, with a focus on the evidence base for treatment and

Past Events

[Webinar] Alcohol Use Disorder Part 1: Epidemiology, Evidence-Based Treatments, and Emerging Therapeutics

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is among the most prevalent substance use disorders in the United States, affecting millions of people each year and contributing to significant health, social, and economic harms. Yet, despite the availability of effective behavioral interventions and medications, many individuals with AUD do not receive treatment. This webinar provided an introduction to alcohol use and AUD in the United States, including epidemiologic trends, diagnostic criteria,

Indiana In-Person Responding to Addiction Training

The Upstream Prevention held a Responding to Addiction training in Greenwood, Indiana, for Save a Life Day. This three-hour, multidisciplinary training equipped participants with the knowledge and practical tools to better understand and address substance use disorders. Attendees learned about the signs and symptoms of addiction, the science of addiction, evidence-based treatment options—including medications for substance use disorders—and effective strategies for engaging a

Interactive Webinar: Substance Use Disorder Treatment & Recovery Services for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency

The Ethnic Communities Opioid Response Network–Missouri (ECORN-MO) hosted an interactive National Recovery Month webinar focused on substance use disorder treatment and recovery services for individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) and speakers of languages other than English (LOTE). Presenters from Affinia Healthcare and Assisted Recovery Centers of America shared insights on improving access to treatment and recovery services for diverse communities. Virtual | Sep

North Carolina In-Person enCompass Training

The Brunswick County Health Services, Southeastern Regional Substance Abuse Mental Health Collaborative (SUAMHC), and Christian Recovery Centers Inc. held an enCompass training in Shallotte, NC. This training was designed to help family members, loved ones, and community members better understand substance use disorders, evidence-based treatment, and build practical skills for supporting someone with a substance use disorder. Participants gained evidence-informed tools and st

Ohio In-Person Responding to Addiction Training

Let's Get Real, Inc. hosted an in-person Responding to Addiction training on Thursday, August 19th, 2026, from 5 to 7 PM EDT in Lorain, Ohio. This training was open to adults who were interested in learning about the science of addiction, its signs and symptoms, evidence-based treatment options, medications to treat addiction, and engagement strategies.

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