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Opioid Response Network (ORN): We Help You Help Others 

         

         The goal of this presentation is to provide you with an overview of the ORN and describe the training and technical assistance opportunities available.
         Funded by the Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and led by the American
         Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) and with a coalition of national organizations, the ORN is a technical assistance (TA) initiative. ORN provides
         on-demand educational resources, training and consultation at no cost to help address needs amidst the ongoing overdose crisis. ORN offers training
         and education that is community-driven and delivered by local, experienced experts— ORN Consultants—who work with individuals and organizations
         across every US state and territory. ORN is responsive to your unique needs​.


         Date:  Tuesday, June 24, 2025
         Time:  12:00pm ET
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Skilling Up the Behavioral Health Workforce:  Practical Solutions from Higher Education 

         Panelis​​ts from leading universities will share real-world examples of how they are aligning academic programs with workforce realities, expanding
         access to continuing education, and partnering with employers to strengthen the behavioral health pipeline. ​


         Date:  Tuesday, June 17, 2025
         Time:  1:00pm ET
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TruService Training Session 

Join an upcoming TruServe training session. This free webinar provides general information for new users and an opportunity for existing users to ask questions. Here are the details:

​Please register in advance to receive a calendar invite and full connection details.​

Date:  June 25, 2025 
Time:  2:00pm ET




2025 Empowering Health and Technology Webinar Series

Join the University of Maryland Extension Marylanders Online program and partners for a free webinar series exploring the cutting edge of digital literacy, health equity, and inclusion.​  The Mid-Atlantic Healthcare Innovation Sympos​. for futher details and registration see flyer.

Topic:  Tackling Social Disparities in Access & Technology
Date:  Wednesday, June 6 23, 2025
Time:  11:00am - 12:00pm ET

Topic:  Geographical Disparities in Health Equity & Access
Date:  Wednesday, June 13, 2025
Time:  11:00am - 12:00pm ET

Topic:  Policy, Health Misinformation, & Public Trust 
Date:  Wednesday, June 20, 2025
Time:  11:00am - 12:00pm ET

Topic:  Social Media’s Impact on Public Health & Spread of Health Misinformation
Date:  Wednesday, June 26, 2025
Time:  11:00am - 12:00pm ET

Topic:  Digital Health Technologies & Misinformation: Navigating the Challenges
Date:  Wednesday, June 27, 2025
Time:  11:00am - 12:00pm ET

Click here to register.​


​​Community Health Workers Professional Develoment Resources​


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Last updated:  6-13​-2025