Summary
This three-hour workshop explores the historical roots of stigma towards people who use drugs, including the role of targeted criminalization, the media, and research science. Stigma and trauma are defined, and the group discusses why trauma matters, and what are effective strategies for addressing stigma individuals and organizations. This training is for individuals and organizations currently helping people who use drugs or interested in doing so in the future.
CEUs
This course IS eligible for continuing education credits (CEUs) for the Board of Social Work, Board of Professional Counselors, and Certified Peer Recovery Specialist. This course offers 1.5 credits in the Advocacy domain and 1.5 credits in the Recovery and Wellness domain.
