Follow Up: SNOAC 2025 Q2 General Meeting

Written By Katarina Pulver

Good afternoon SNOAC Community,

 

Thank you so much for another robust meeting! As a reminder, the next SNOAC meeting will be Thursday, July 17th from 10a-12p. As with previous meetings, this meeting will be hybrid and you can attend in-person at Roseman University (1 Breakthrough Way Las Vegas, NV 89135) or virtually via Zoom. Below, you will find community updates and materials from our previous meeting:

 

Meeting Follow Up:

 

Community Events and Information

  • Fund for a Resilient Nevada released their 2024 Annual Report

  • Save the Date: 6th Annual Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit

    • Date: Thursday, August 14 from 8am-5pm

    • Location: Strip View Pavilion at UNLV (4505 S Maryland Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV 89154)

    • Cost: Registration opening soon and unlimited scholarships will be available

    • About: Substance use and overdose prevention is a syndemic issue that requires us to work across inter-related fields, including psychological health, trauma, disability, suicide, and violence. To effectively serve our community and clients, collaboration across programs, services, and funding sources is crucial, and a multidisciplinary approach is essential to address core issues and provide comprehensive, holistic services for individuals' needs. You are invited to join us for the 2025 Southern Nevada Substance Misuse and Overdose Prevention Summit, Harmonization: A block party on the corner of healing and collaboration, where everyone has a seat at the table. During this event, engage in thought-provoking discussions, participate in interactive workshops, and gain invaluable insights into how we all bring valuable ideas, perspectives, and knowledge to this work. By working together, we can reduce substance use and ultimately end overdose, fostering a healthier and safer community for all.

    • Get your proposals ready!- CALL FOR WORKSHOPS NOW OPEN. Submit your proposal here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8198789/2025-SNSMOPS-Call-for-Workshops

    • Learn more and sign up to be the first to know when registration opens: https://www.snoac.org/southern-nevada-substance-misuse-and-overdose-prevention-summit

  • National Drug Take Back Day

    • Date: Saturday, April 26th from 10a-2p

    • Location: Multiple locations- See flyer for details

    • About: The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting.

    • To learn more and find a location near you on the flyer here: https://files.constantcontact.com/f9350320801/6ac07593-493c-4af5-9922-a2970ff07aa3.pdf

  • Community Health Assessment (CHA) Prioritization Meeting

    • Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

    • Location: Hybrid (In person at Southern Nevada Health District and virtual via Microsoft Teams)

    • Cost: Free (light refreshments provided at the in-person meeting)

    • About: Please join us at the Community Health Assessment (CHA) Prioritization Meeting on Wednesday, April 30 from 9-12:30 PM! We will be reviewing the CHA findings and voting on the top health issues we will be focusing on for the next few years to come. This meeting is hybrid

    • Learn more and register: https://tinyurl.com/2025CHAPriority

  • Women’s Sustainable Recovery Coalition

  • 4th Annual PrEP Rally

    • Date: Saturday, May 17th from 11a-3p

    • Location: The Center (401 S. Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV)

    • Cost: Free, but space is limited so please register at the link below

    • About: 4th Annual PrEP Rally, a vibrant community event! This year we are celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) HIV Awareness Day. This year, the event will embrace a luau theme and offer a variety of activities and resources to promote health and wellness in our community.

    • Learn more: https://forms.office.com/r/x3uWy5Ndth

  • Community Resource Sharing Meeting

Educational Opportunities

  • Local

    • Harm Reduction Symposium

      • Date: Tuesday, April 29th from 8a-5p

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

      • Cost: Free

      • About: Join us for a full day training to discuss harm reduction and its role in working with people who use drugs. We will discuss: harm reduction a personal safety strategy, harm reduction as a moment, the principles of harm reduction, risk and protective factors for substance use, drug-related stigma, impact of drug-related stigma on recovery, medicated assisted treatment, and so much more! This full day will be jam packed and interactive for participants. Lunch will not be provided and will be on your own.

      • Learn more and register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/dhnvqbz/lp/e1485c62-0343-44ba-9a9e-3ca3f793346e

    • Overdose Response with Naloxone Training of Trainers

      • Date: Tuesday, June 3rd from 1:30p-5p

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

      • Cost: This training is grant funded and provided at no-cost.

      • About: This training is by invitation only, please reach out to Lori Bryan at bryanl@snhd.org if you are interested in this opportunity. This class is open to trainers who wish to become educated with current information about the illicit drug supply in our community and the current best practices for reversing overdoses. At the end of this training, you should be equipped with the knowledge and tools to train others in overdose response with naloxone, understand opioids and their effects, and educate others on common myths regarding drug overdose and fentanyl. Prerequisite work required and will be sent by email.

      • To learn more, please visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/v2wmhev/lp/1d2bebb5-314e-480a-89dc-f99552cceacd  

    • SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework Application for Prevention Success Training

      • Date: Tuesday, June 10th through Friday, June 13th

      • Location: University of Nevada, Reno Extension NLV (2280 N. McDaniel St, N Las Vegas, NV 89030)

      • Cost: Free with code from the trainer

      • About: Grounded in current research and SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework, this foundational training helps practitioners develop the knowledge and skills needed to plan, implement, and evaluate effective, data-driven programs and practices that reduce behavioral health disparities and improve wellness.  

      • To learn more and sign up, email Novelette Mack at nmack@drugfreelasvegas.org

    • The American Society of Addiction Nursing 2025 Conference

      • Date: Friday, August 8th through Sunday, August 10th

      • Location: Flamingo Casino and Hotel (3555 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV, 89109)

      • Cost: $300 and up (see website for details)

      • About: ASAN Conferences, proudly welcoming nurses of all levels and areas of expertise, including educators, researchers, clinicians, case managers, healthcare providers from all disciplines, and students. Seize this chance to propel your career to new heights and make a lasting impact in the realm of addiction nursing. Register now for the ASAN Conference and unlock your full potential!

      • To learn more and sign up, please visit https://addictionnursing.org/conference

  • National

    • Montana Summer Institute

      • Date: June 17-20

      • Location: Big Sky, Montana (also available via live stream)

      • Cost: $1095 ($399 for live stream)

      • About: Join the 2025 Montana Summer Institute for 3.5 days focused on enhancing community well-being through keynotes, workshops, and discussions. Explore innovative strategies, uncover community strengths, and develop impactful communications. Gain insights from experts to improve your approach to data and messaging, all aimed at fostering healthier, more resilient communities. Don't miss this chance to expand your expertise and deepen your impact.

      • Learn more and register at https://www.montanainstitute.com/msi

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 via our contact us page.

Katarina Pulver
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