Cultural Considerations for Supporting Survivors who Use Substances

Substance dependence is a complex and lifelong struggle that can have devastating effects for the individual and their families. Under the best of circumstances, seeking recovery assistance can be challenging, and the barriers to accessing and successfully completing treatment can seem insurmountable. For Black, Indigenous, People of Color, LGBTQIA+, and Appalachian communities, these barriers are exponentially higher. This training will examine the prevalence of substance use in these communities, the systemic barriers they face, and the cultural considerations necessary to increase treatment and recovery success in these populations. 

This training is designed for advocates at all skill levels.  

Presenters: Cheryl Stahl, LPCC-S, Mental Health and Substance Use Program Director, ODVN

CEUs: 3 CEUs available for Ohio licensed social workers and counselors. To obtain 3 CEUs, you are required to attend the entire training and complete the evaluation. When you register, please include your complete license number if you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio. Evaluations and Certificate Request Forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEUs.

Cost: Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members. ***Note: If paying by check, please include the name of the training on the memo line. 



Deadline to register: March 28th, 2024.

Please share any accessibility needs and accommodations when registering for this event, including for American Sign Language interpreting. 



Upon registering, you should receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. If you have not, please contact [email protected].