One Voice to Action: Overdose Awareness Conference
Tue, Aug 27
|Soho Banquet and Event Center
Join us for an impactful event: Taking Action to Save Lives: Pathways for Addiction Recovery! We're coming together to discuss ways to support those battling addiction. Let's unite to explore solutions and resources for recovery.
Time & Location
Aug 27, 2024, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Soho Banquet and Event Center, 34615 Warren Rd, Westland, MI 48185, USA
About the event
Welcome to an empowering and transformative day dedicated to tackling one of the most pressing issues of our time—addiction. Our conference, Taking Action to Save Lives: Pathways for Addiction Recovery, is a comprehensive exploration into the diverse pathways and innovative strategies available to support individuals on their journey to recovery. Today, we gather a community of healthcare professionals, advocates, survivors, and those passionate about making a difference, all united by a common goal: to take actionable steps that can save lives.
Join us for a series of engaging sessions and insightful discussions where you'll gain valuable knowledge about the multifaceted approaches to addiction recovery. Learn from leading experts, connect with like-minded individuals, and discover effective interventions that can make a real impact in the lives of those struggling with addiction.
We are thrilled to begin our morning with two powerful keynote addresses. The first keynote will be Demanding a Voice for Persons with SUD by Judge Linda Davis, co-founder of Face Addiction Now (FAN). She has played a crucial role in the success and growth of the organization. She was appointed to the bench on March 27, 2000, by Michigan Governor John Engler. Prior to her judgeship, Davis spent 13 years as an Assistant Prosecutor with the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office. In 2019 she retired from the 41B District Court to become Executive Director of FAN. Appointed as a voting member of the Michigan Opioid Advisory Commission in 2022, her list of prestigious awards include the Macomb Community College Outstanding Alumna Award, the Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals President’s Award, the Macomb Bar Distinguished Public Service Award, and the Macomb County Humanitarian of the Year Award.
The second keynote address will be presented by Dr. Tehmina Shakir, MD, DAAETS, a renowned expert in trauma and addiction. Dr. Shakir will deliver a compelling keynote address, Links Between Trauma and Addiction, on the intricate relationship between trauma and addiction. Her insights will shed light on how understanding and addressing trauma can be pivotal in breaking the cycle of addiction, offering hope and pathways to healing.
Together, let’s take decisive action to support recovery and save lives.