United for Impact: Advancing Prevention, Treatment & Support in Appalachia Conference
To unite professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders in a collaborative forum that fosters knowledge-sharing, innovation, and collective action aimed at preventing substance use, expanding access to treatment, and strengthening community-based support systems.
Conference Goals
Prevention Education
Increase awareness and understanding of effective prevention strategies across diverse populations, including youth, families, and underserved communities.
Treatment Access and Innovation
Explore advancements and best practices in addiction treatment, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), behavioral therapies, and integrative care models.
Community Engagement and Coalition Building
Strengthen partnerships between service providers, law enforcement, educators, faith leaders, and local organizations to build a cohesive response to substance use.
Support Services Development
Promote the development and sustainability of recovery-oriented support services, including peer recovery programs, housing assistance, and workforce reentry.
Policy and Advocacy
Empower attendees with tools to influence policy and funding decisions that support prevention, treatment, and recovery at the local and state levels.
Conference Goals
Prevention Education
Increase awareness and understanding of effective prevention strategies across diverse populations, including youth, families, and underserved communities.
Treatment Access and Innovation
Explore advancements and best practices in addiction treatment, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), behavioral therapies, and integrative care models.
Community Engagement and Coalition Building
Strengthen partnerships between service providers, law enforcement, educators, faith leaders, and local organizations to build a cohesive response to substance use.
Support Services Development
Promote the development and sustainability of recovery-oriented support services, including peer recovery programs, housing assistance, and workforce reentry.
Policy and Advocacy
Empower attendees with tools to influence policy and funding decisions that support prevention, treatment, and recovery at the local and state levels.