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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking in Nevada: A Statewide Perspective on Prevention\, Response\, and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:This collaborative training brings together experts from across Nevada to explore the complex landscape of human trafficking throughout the state. Presenters will highlight the realities and regional nuances of trafficking in urban\, rural\, and campus communities\, while addressing the frequent intersection with opioid use and substance dependency. Topics include recruitment tactics\, legal context\, trauma-informed response\, and victim advocacy. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how trafficking operates in Nevada and what communities can do to identify\, prevent\, and respond to exploitation. \nLearning Objectives: \nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize the signs and indicators of both labor and sex trafficking across urban\, rural\, and campus communities in Nevada.\nUnderstand how opioid use and other forms of substance dependency are leveraged by traffickers to recruit and control victims.\nIdentify common recruitment tactics\, grooming methods\, and psychological manipulation used in trafficking situations.\nInterpret relevant Nevada laws related to prostitution\, pandering\, and sex trafficking\, and their application in real-world cases.\nApply trauma-informed screening and support strategies for individuals at risk or with lived experience of trafficking and substance use.\nConnect with local and statewide resources for coordinated prevention\, intervention\, and recovery support.\n\nPresented by: \n\nCaspian Matheus\, MSW\, RISE Outreach Director\, Signs of HOPE\nBrenda Sandquist\, Executive Director\, Xquisite\nJhenna Strasser\, Southern Nevada Human Trafficking Task Force Manager\, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department\, Safe Neighborhoods Bureau\nFaith Syfrett\, Police Detective\, Human Exploitation and Recovery Operations Unit\, Crisis Negotiator\, University Police Services\n\nContinuing Education Units: 2 CEUs \nThis training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. \nThis training is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for the following certifications: \n\nPeer Support Specialist (PRSS) and Peer Support Specialist Supervisor (PRSS-S)\nCommunity Health Worker (CHW)​\nCertified Prevention Specialist (CPS)\nBirth Doulas\n\nFunding 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.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/human-trafficking-in-nevada-a-statewide-perspective-on-prevention-response-and-recovery/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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SUMMARY:Doula Training Series: Supporting Clients with Substance Use Disorders
DESCRIPTION:This virtual learning series is designed to equip doulas with the knowledge and tools to effectively support clients navigating substance use disorders (SUDs)\, with a focus on opioid use disorder (OUD)\, during pregnancy\, labor\, and postpartum. Participants will explore key topics including the impact of opioids and other substances on maternal and infant health\, trauma-informed care practices\, screening and referral tools\, recovery support strategies\, and approaches for caring for substance-exposed newborns. The training centers empathy\, lived experience\, and practical\, culturally responsive support. \nSession 1: June 4\, 2025 – Understanding Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) in Pregnancy\nThis session provides doulas with an overview of substance use disorders during pregnancy\, including the effects of opioids and other substances. Participants will explore how stigma\, trauma\, and bias influence care\, and the importance of applying trauma-informed practices when supporting pregnant clients with lived experience. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how SUDs impact pregnancy and maternal health\nIdentify commonly used substances (e.g.\, opioids\, stimulants\, alcohol) and understand their effects on pregnancy and maternal health\nRecognize how stigma and bias affect the care of pregnant individuals with SUDs\nLearn trauma-informed care approaches and motivational interviewing techniques\nDescribe the value of lived experience in the recovery process\n\nSession 2: June 11\, 2025 – Introduction to Screening\, Brief Intervention\, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)\nThis session introduces doulas to the SBIRT framework as a practical tool for identifying substance use\, initiating non-judgmental conversations\, and connecting clients to appropriate care. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the components of SBIRT and how to apply them in doula work\nRecognize signs of substance use and withdrawal in clients\nPractice non-judgmental\, trauma-informed communication\nKnow how to refer clients to appropriate treatment and recovery services\n\nSession 3: June 18\, 2025 – Supporting Women in Recovery\nThis session supports doulas in working with clients in recovery\, including those navigating opioid use disorder. Emphasis will be placed on non-enabling support\, healthy coping strategies\, and addressing concerns related to child welfare and safety planning. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize and respect diverse recovery journeys and return-to-use risks\nProvide compassionate support without enabling harmful behaviors\nEncourage healthy coping mechanisms and self-care for clients\nUnderstand the basics of legal and child welfare considerations\, including safety planning\n\nSession 4: June 25\, 2025 –  Working with Babies Exposed to Substances in Utero\nThis session prepares doulas to support both newborns and their parents following substance exposure in utero. While newborn withdrawal symptoms and medical considerations will be addressed\, the session centers on the importance of maintaining and strengthening the parent–baby bond. Doulas will learn techniques such as kangaroo care and responsive soothing\, explore breastfeeding and feeding considerations\, and gain tools to empower and support parents as primary caregivers. The session emphasizes collaboration with healthcare providers and addresses ways to reduce stigma and foster confidence in parenting through a family-centered lens. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how substance exposure in utero may affect newborns\nPromote bonding and attachment using strategies like kangaroo care\, skin-to-skin contact\, and calming techniques\nSupport parental coping and confidence while navigating withdrawal symptoms and hospital care\nProvide guidance on breastfeeding and feeding decisions in the context of maternal substance use\nCollaborate effectively with NICU and pediatric care teams while centering the family as the unit of care\n\nPresented by: Kasey Edwards Snider\, CRM2\, PSS\, CADC-I\, Specialized Doula \nKasey Edwards is a nationally recognized perinatal harm reduction educator\, program developer\, and specialized peer doula with over 13 years of experience supporting pregnant and parenting people impacted by substance use. She is a Certified Peer Support Specialist\, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor\, Certified Recovery Mentor II\, and Birth Doula. \nKasey has supported systems-level transformation across Oregon by developing trauma-informed curricula\, mentoring peer and medical providers\, and co-creating the foundational model for Project Nurture\, a nationally recognized program that integrates maternity care and substance use treatment. She currently serves as a Content Consultant for Comagine Health\, contributes to the Academy of Perinatal Harm Reduction\, and works as the In-Reach Outreach Coordinator at the Oregon State Hospital—where she supports long-term recovery planning for patients navigating mental health and justice systems\, including those who are perinatal. \nHer latest project\, the Doula Training Series: Supporting Clients with Substance Use Disorders\, offers a virtual\, CEU-eligible curriculum designed to equip doulas with practical tools\, trauma-informed frameworks\, and culturally responsive strategies to support people through pregnancy\, recovery\, and postpartum care. The series centers lived experience\, compassion\, and cross-system collaboration\, with sessions on SBIRT\, recovery journeys\, newborn care\, and more. \nKasey is deeply passionate about expanding access to doula care and reimagining systems that often separate families. Her work is grounded in the belief that every mother deserves the chance to parent—and that our systems must be reshaped to make that possible. Through advocacy\, training\, and program development\, she continues to challenge societal barriers and uplift community-led solutions that protect the bond between mothers and their children. \nContinuing Education Units: 6 CEUs* \nEach session offers 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)\, with a total of 6 CEUs awarded for full participation in the series. \nThis training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here as well as by the Nevada Certification Board for Doulas. \nFunding 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.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/doula-training-series-supporting-clients-with-substance-use-disorders/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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SUMMARY:Nevada State Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) at the Nevada State Fair in Carson City! Stop by our booth to learn about statewide opioid education\, training opportunities\, and community resources. We’ll be sharing free materials\, answering questions\, and connecting with Nevadans about prevention\, treatment\, and recovery support. Whether you’re a healthcare provider\, community member\, or just curious\, we welcome you to come say hello. \nFor full event details\, visit nevadastatefair.org.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/nevada-state-fair/
LOCATION:Mills Park\, 1111 E William Street\, Carson City\, NV\, 89701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Listening Session: Opioid Use Disorder Impact in Special Populations Part 1: Understanding Vulnerabilities and Barriers to Care
DESCRIPTION:This Listening Session is the first in a two-part series designed to examine how Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) impacts specific population groups that experience distinctive health vulnerabilities\, including youth\, older adults\, individuals with disabilities and neurodivergence\, birthing women and Tribal Nations. Anchored in evidence-based frameworks for trauma-informed care\, developmental risk\, and structural competency\, the session prioritizes the integration of firsthand narratives with the data on service gaps. Participants will engage in structured dialogue to better understand how variations in age\, ability\, neurodevelopment\, and community context influence OUD risk trajectories and access to care. This session supports a broader objective of informing service models that are integrity-based\, developmentally appropriate\, and community-informed\, consistent with national public health guidance for behavioral health fairness. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDescribe the risks and resilience factors in the onset and progression of Opioid Use Disorder.\nIdentify structural\, systemic\, and environmental barriers to care\, including those having the greatest impact on injury prevention\, treatment\, and recovery for special populations.\nDemonstrate understanding of the role of community experience narratives as a valid and necessary data source for informing the design\, implementation\, and evaluation of population-specific OUD interventions.\n\n\nModerator:\n\nBianca D. McCall\, LMFT is a retired professional women’s basketball player. She is an international TED Speaker\, and renowned mental health researcher and expert. Bianca is a licensed clinical therapist\, with 25 years in Behavioral Health\, and 12 years as a Healthcare CEO. In recent years\, she has grown significantly in the digital health space\, and created a first-of-its-kind social-emotional platform\, designed to improve human health span.For more than a decade\, her work and research has been dedicated to psychological (mental) injury prevention and the discovery of innovations addressing existential isolation. Bianca is passionate about leading projects which promote ongoing research in mental injury prevention\, integration of technologies\, data analytics\, and the discovery of culturally and linguistically responsive crisis interventions. Bianca represents Nevada\, on national committees and namely the Suicide Prevention Resource Center; designated by SAMHSA\, and Steering Committee for the U.S. Department of Public Health and is a contributor to the National Strategies for Suicide Prevention in areas of Clinical Education\, Provider Standards\, and Technology. Bianca is a subject matter expert\, a curriculum developer\, and instructor in higher education with the Centers for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT)\, Region 9\, housed at the University of Nevada\, Reno.\n\n\nPanelists: \n\nDr. Tara C. Raines\, Ph.D.\, N.C.S.P.\nDr. Tara Raines is the Deputy Director of the Children’s Advocacy Alliance of Nevada\, a nonpartisan organization working to improve outcomes for Nevada’s most vulnerable youth. A school psychologist by training\, Dr. Raines brings deep expertise in early identification of behavioral and emotional risk\, especially in school-aged children\, and how unaddressed needs can lead to involvement with the juvenile justice system. She previously served as Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Child\, Family\, and School Psychology program at the University of Denver\, and as Assistant Professor at UNLV. Her research\, supported by the Institute of Education Sciences\, focused on universal screening for emotional and behavioral disorders in large\, diverse school districts\, with a particular interest in school-based pathways to incarceration. Dr. Raines advocates for healing-centered approaches to trauma\, culturally responsive care\, and increased access to services for families affected by systemic inequities\, including the intergenerational impacts of the opioid epidemic. Dr. Raines is nationally recognized for her leadership in antiracist practice\, police-in-schools reform\, and bilingual workforce development in mental health and education.\nDr. Crystal Lee | Diné (Navajo)\nDr. Crystal Lee was born and raised on the Navajo Nation. Her tribal clans are Tachii’nii (Red Running into the Water)\, Tabaaha (Water’s Edge)\, Tsenjikini (Cliff Dwellers)\, and Kin I ichii’nii (Red House). She completed her undergraduate degree(s) at Arizona St. University;  MPH and PhD in Public Health degree(s) at University of Las Vegas-Nevada; MLS in Indigenous Peoples Law at University of Oklahoma\, College of Law; Predoctoral Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University\, Bloomberg School of Public Health; and her Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of California-Los Angeles\, David Geffen School of Medicine. Currently she is faculty\,  Assistant Professor\, at University of New Mexico\, College of Population Health. In addition\, she was an Indigenous HIV/AIDS Research Training Fellow at the University of Washington\, Indigenous Wellness Research Institute and a Seminar Instructor at Harvard University Kennedy School. She conducts infectious disease biomedical prevention research with a focus on Native American health and examines Indigenous health policies at a tribal\, state-tribal coordination\, national\, and international level.  She is Founder/CEO of United Natives\, a national non-profit organization that serves Indian Country on multiple initiatives (www.unitednatives.org) that focuses on delivering free mental tele-health services. United Natives was featured as one of USA Today’s top non-profits addressing COVID-19 in Indian Country nationwide. United Natives has prestigious partnerships with: L’Oreal\, NFL Alumni Association\, NBA Alumni Association\, NASCAR\, Fiesta Bowl\, and the Boston Red Sox. Also\, she is Founder/CEO of Dr. b Collections\, a Native American fashion line (www.drbcollections.com)\, and recognized as the first Native American professional sports team owner who owned two men’s professional basketball teams in Mexico. She serves on the United Nations (UN) North American Indigenous Caucus\, UN Global Indigenous Women’s Caucus\, and L’Oreal USA Board for Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion. She served as the Vice Chair for the Clark County NV\, Democratic Party Native Caucus\, Advisor for the Nevada Office of Minority Health and Equity\, and on U.S. Congressman Steven Horsford’s Equity Cabinet Committee. She served as a Tribal Health Advisor to the Obama Administration and was honored by President Bill Clinton for her work with Indigenous communities at the Clinton Global Initiative. She was the 12th class of the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development’s 40-under-40 award.\nRyan Mills\, Health Resource Analyst III\, Program Specialist \nRyan Mills is a former professional BMX rider who faced a decade-long battle with heroin addiction. His journey into substance abuse began after a BMX injury led to pain management with prescription opioids\, which eventually spiraled into heroin dependency. Despite his struggles\, Mills managed to graduate from college while battling addiction. His life took a turning point when he was arrested\, leading him to participate in a drug court program that helped him achieve sobriety. Since overcoming addiction\, Mills has rebuilt his life\, regaining trust from family and friends and reconnecting with the BMX community. He now uses his experiences to inspire others\, sharing his story to raise awareness about addiction and recovery. His return to BMX has been a testament to his resilience\, proving that passion and determination can help overcome even the darkest challenges. Mills’ story is one of redemption\, perseverance\, and hope. He continues to advocate for recovery\, demonstrating that life after addiction is possible and fulfilling. Through his journey\, he has become a beacon of inspiration for those struggling with substance abuse\, showing that with the right support and mindset\, transformation is achievable. He now works as a Health Resource Analyst III/Program Specialist at the Division of Public and Behavioral Health.\n\n\nContinuing Education Units: 1.5 CEUs\nThis training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. \nThis training is also approved by the Nevada Certification Board for the following certifications: \n\n\n\nPeer Support Specialist (PRSS)\, Peer Support Specialist Supervisor (PRSS-S)\, and CHW\n\n\n\n\nFunding 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.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/listening-session-5-opioid-use-disorder-impact-in-special-populations/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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SUMMARY:Nevada State Conference on Problem Gambling
DESCRIPTION:Gambling disorder and opioid use disorder often occur together\, driven by shared risk factors such as impulsivity\, trauma\, and co-occurring mental health conditions\, highlighting the need for comprehensive\, integrated care. \nThe Nevada State Conference on Problem Gambling is an annual professional education and networking event addressing this significant community health issue that affects as many as 6% of Nevada adults. The conference attracts addiction and mental health professionals and interested stakeholder groups including Prevention\, Education\, Research\, Government\, Gaming Industry and the Recovery Community. \nThe Annual Conference is supported in part by a grant from the State of Nevada Problem Gambling Prevention and Treatment Fund. The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling is a non-profit 501(c)(3) information and referral agency\, and an Affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling. The Council does not take a stand for or against legal gambling.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/nevada-state-conference-on-problem-gambling/
LOCATION:Suncoast Hotel\, 9090 Alta Drive\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89145\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T130000
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SUMMARY:Stimulant Use Disorder ECHO Series
DESCRIPTION:Cohort based program | 12-1 p.m.\nThis program aims to support healthcare and mental health providers\, staff\, and administrators with stimulant use disorder patient care. Sessions will be facilitated with a team from Northern Nevada HOPES and will provide a forum to discuss patient cases\, address questions/concerns and collaborate regarding stimulant use disorder therapy. \nSeries Schedule/Topics: \n\nJune 18\, 2025 – Session #1: Orientation to Stimulant Use Disorder\nJune 25\, 2025 – Session #2: Neurobiology of Stimulant Use Disorders\nJuly 2\, 2025 – Session #3: Medications Used in Stimulant Disorders\nJuly 9\, 2025 – Session #4: Resources in Nevada\nJuly 16\, 2025 – Session #5: Special Populations – How to Have the Conversation\nJuly 23\, 2025 – Session #6: Flex Topic (to be determined by audience)\n\nRegister for more information: https://unrmed.formstack.com/forms/echo_sign_in?title=Stimulant%20Use%20Disorder  \n\nPresented by: \n\nMark Broadhead\, M.D. Dr. Broadhead received his medical degree from University of Nevada School of Medicine in 1986 and has been in practice for more than 30 years.\nDanica Pierce\, MSW\, LCSW. Danica is a native Nevadan\, born and raised in the Reno-Sparks area. She received her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Nevada\, Reno. Danica is a licensed clinical social worker. She specializes in treating people who struggle with co-occurring mental health and substance-use disorders. She is the Program Coordinator for the Medication Assisted Treatment (MATx) Program at Northern Nevada HOPES.\nKim Nischik\, MS\, PA-C. Kim received her Master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Pacific University in OR. She works at Northern NV Hopes for the MAT program and also works as a primary care provider in adult medicine.\nTaylor Tomlinson\, MD. Dr. Tomlinson received her medical degree from the University of Nevada and is board certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. She provides primary care for all ages and and is on the MAT team at Northern Nevada HOPES.\nCheryl Nixon\, Peer Support Specialist. Cheryl Nixon has been a Peer Support Specialist since 2018. Cheryl is a person in recovery that loves giving back to the recovery community.  During this time Cheryl has worked alongside Washoe County Crossroads Women and Children program. In 2020 Cheryl became Certified by the state of NV as a CPRSS lic # PRSS-5063 and currently is work at Northern NV Hopes as a Peer in the MAT clinic.\n\nTo request copies of didactics and reference materials\, please contact: Projectecho@med.unr.edu \n\nContinuing Medical Education (CME) Accreditation \nThe University of Nevada\, Reno School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical\nEducation to provide continuing medical education for physicians. \nThe University of Nevada\, Reno School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nThe University of Nevada\, Reno School of Medicine approves this program for 1.0 hour of nursing continuing education credit. Nevada State Board of Nursing provider number 120894-1. \nThe University of Nevada\, Reno School of Medicine is a provider of continuing education credit through the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy. This program is approved for 1.00 hours of continuing education credit for pharmacists.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/stimulant-use-disorder-echo-series/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Sustainability: Beyond the Status Quo
DESCRIPTION:Session Description\nIn today’s uncertain world\, community partners must come together to share strengths\, support one another\, and co-create lasting solutions. Join us for an interactive learning session discussing how communities\, agencies\, and prevention can sustain positive outcomes beyond what has traditionally been done. The 90-minute learning session will include breakouts\, resources\, examples\, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss this chance to spark new ideas and strengthen your impact. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this learning session\, participants will have: \n\nConnected with new peers to network with and work with\nIdentified diverse funding sources and located potential opportunities\nIdentified strategic revisions to action plans while sustaining progress towards positive outcomes\n\nOptional Office Hours:\nDo you have more questions or concerns about sustainability? Do you need specific ideas to move your organization’s or community’s sustainability efforts beyond the status quo? Join our live learning session and gain access to our drop-in Office Hours on July 9 and 16 (July 10 and 17 for most Pacific Jurisdictions) with Susannah Burt\, where you can ask questions\, receive personalized answers\, and discover fresh ideas to enhance your work! No registration is needed. Zoom links will be emailed to those who participate in the live event following the learning session. No certificates of participation are available for office hours. \nWho Should Participate\nCommunity\, tribal\, jurisdiction\, and state-level substance misuse prevention practitioners and allied health partners located in the Pacific Southwest region\, including American Samoa\, Arizona\, California\, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands\, Federated States of Micronesia\, Guam\, Hawaii\, Nevada\, Republic of Marshall Islands\, and Republic of Palau. \nPresenter\nSusannah Burt has been working in Substance Abuse and Mental Illness Prevention since 2001. She has implemented the Strategic Prevention Framework since 2003 and has trained on the model since 2006. Professionally\, it has been part of her responsibility to work with the evaluators and review data for state and local communities for assessments. She has worked to develop an evaluation plan for environmental strategies\, including policies and campaigns. Ms. Burt is currently working on securing ongoing private and public funding for coalitions in her local area. Ms. Burt currently sits on her local Communities that Care coalition in Utah. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Weber State University and works for Weber Human Services. \nDates & Times\nStates & American Samoa\nWednesday\, June 25\, 2025\n03:00 p.m. – 04:30 p.m.     Pacific\n12:00 p.m. – 01:30 p.m.     Hawaii\n11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.     American Samoa \nPacific Jurisdictions\nThursday\, June 26\, 2025\n10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.     Republic of the Marshall Islands\n09:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.     Pohnpei and Kosrae\n08:00 a.m. – 09:30 a.m.     Guam\, Northern Mariana Islands\, Chuuk\, and Yap\n07:00 a.m. – 08:30 a.m.     Republic of Palau \nCost: Free!\n  \nCertificates of Attendance\nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Attendance for 1.5 hours for participating in the live learning session event. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact Tyler Dean (tdean@casat.org) for any questions related to registration. For any other questions\, please contact Clarissa Lam Yuen (clamyuen@casat.org).
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/sustainability-beyond-the-status-quo/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Pacific Southwest PTTC":MAILTO:pspttc-info@casat.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T170000
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SUMMARY:Healthcare: Executive Order or State Law
DESCRIPTION:High Sierra AHEC is excited to announce an upcoming webinar opportunity with Jay Cafferata on Thursday\, June 26th\, “Healthcare: Executive Order or State Law.” During this webinar Jay will discuss executive orders and state law as they impact healthcare. \nThis webinar is designed for: \n\nHealthcare providers (physicians\, nurses\, social workers\, etc.) working in rural and frontier settings\nHealthcare administrators and policymakers\nCommunity health workers and other frontline staff\nStudents in healthcare-related fields\nAnyone interested in improving health equity in rural and frontier communities\n\nPlease use the QR code above or click the link below to register for the training on June 26th\, 2025 from 4 pm to 5 pm. \nPlease email info@nvculturalcompetency.com or jay@highsierraahec.org for any questions or for more information.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/healthcare-executive-order-or-state-law/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="High Sierra AHEC":MAILTO:highsierrhaec@gmail.com
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