2023 Conference Program Book

WELCOME A MESSAGE FROM NJPN’S CEO & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Welcome to the New Jersey Prevention Network's 23rd Annual Addiction Conference: Engage + EMPOWER , a two-day virtual event. We are thrilled to be engaging with over 2,000 attendees from diverse backgrounds and professions including prevention, treatment, recovery support, public health, public safety, academia, community leadership and more! We are all united by a mission to build healthy and resilient NJ communities and support those facing addiction on their road to recovery. This year’s theme, Engage + EMPOWER , reflects NJPN’s commitment to engaging in collaborative efforts and leveraging evidence-based strategies in communities and across the broader continuum of care. Together, we can enhance our collective impact ‘one person’ and ‘one community’ at a time. We are excited to be offering a dynamic conference featuring renowned speakers, thought provoking workshops, and interactive sessions designed to deepen your knowledge and skills in addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery, as well as tobacco prevention. NJPN continues to take pride in hosting this unique, state-of-the-art virtual platform, which engages all areas of our field and plugs attendees into national and state experts on critical topics supporting our work. You will find sessions in your main area of interest, and we hope you also use this as an opportunity to learn about topics across the entire continuum. Multiple workshops are offered each day and attendees have the entire month of June to watch all sessions on-demand ─ one of the many benefits of this virtual event. In addition to two days of educational sessions, this event provides opportunities to network with colleagues and engage in fun activities, such as the conference scavenger hunt and virtual photo booth. The sponsor and exhibit halls provide digital resources to empower professionals in their work, and our Career Connection booth offers a chance to learn about exciting job opportunities throughout New Jersey. We hope this conference will not only provide you with valuable insights and tools but will also serve as a catalyst for professional development and meaningful change in our work. Together, we can continue to build upon our successes and create a brighter future for individuals and communities impacted by addiction.

Sincerely, Diane Litterer, MPA, CPS CEO & Executive Director New Jersey Prevention Network

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