What is the R.I.C.H Coalitions Conference?
The 2024 Michigan Substance Use Disorder Prevention Coalitions Conference was a gathering of coalition leaders, members, and prevention professionals from across the upper and lower peninsula. From coalition volunteers to social workers to prevention specialists, everyone played an integral part in making our first conference meaningful and impactful!
Throughout the event, the energy was undeniable. Attendees listened to thought-provoking speakers, explored hands-on exhibits, and had plenty of chances to connect and share ideas. Whether swapping stories in the hallway or diving into new strategies during sessions, the theme R.I.C.H – Respect. Inform. Connect. Hope shone through in every moment.
We’re already gearing up for the 2025 conference, and it’s shaping up to be just as exciting and valuable. Stay tuned for updates—we can’t wait to welcome you again next year!
Who is the R.I.C.H Coalitions Conference for?
The Michigan Substance Use Disorder Prevention Coalitions Conference is designed for prevention coalition leaders, volunteers, staff, and members, as well as anyone passionate about preventing substance misuse and supporting healthier communities across Michigan. Prevention professionals, public health professionals, social workers, educators, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and policymakers all benefit from attending this conference.
Conference Objectives:
Respect
Opportunities will be provided for individuals working in their respective communities to be seen and heard.
Inform
By developing knowledge and skills, individuals will be prepared to volunteer and work with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Prevention Coalitions.
Connect
Groups of people with aligned goals (coalitions) and individuals will be encouraged through sharing resources and networking.
Hope
The collective efforts of Michigan SUD work across the upper and lower peninsulas will be celebrated.
Strategies and Funding to Support Your Sustainability: Preparing for Change
We’re happy to present to you the keynote address from the 2024 Michigan SUD Prevention Coalitions Conference by Beverly Watts Davis.
The keynote is about building and sustaining coalitions with information about finding and preparing for funding resources, best practices for community partnerships and collaboration, and lessons learned to prepare others in the field for increased coalition and work sustainability.
Breakout Session Presentations
We’re grateful for the many incredible breakout session presenters who shared their expertise at the conference! To revisit their valuable insights, check out the presentation materials linked below.
Key Takeaway Notes
There were plenty of great discussions during the guided roundtable exercise, where participants had the opportunity to visit up to three different tables and engage in quick conversations about hot-button topics in the field of prevention. To explore the key takeaways from these discussions, download the notes below.
Thank You to Our Amazing Exhibitors!
We were thrilled to have over 10 incredible exhibitors join us at our conference! Each organization brought valuable resources, insights, and offerings to share with attendees. Their participation helped make this event a success, and we can’t thank them enough for their time and dedication.
If you attended the conference and would like to receive a Continuing Education Unit (CEU) certificate but have not yet received yours, we’re happy to assist you! Please email Effie at effiea@preventionnetwork.org, and we’ll ensure you get your certificate promptly.
Thank Your for Attending the 2024 Inaugural SUD Coalitions Conference!
Thank you for making the 2024 conference a success! We appreciate your participation and support. If you’d like to stay in the loop with updates for next year’s conference, join our email list by clicking the button below.
What are R.I.C.H. Coalitions Conference Attendees Saying?
“So much fun to network and see friends from around the state!”
“Awesome keynote and breakout sessions. I especially enjoyed the networking roundtables.”
“The conference was very inspirational and informative!”
“The conference was thoughtful, engaging, and overall well-organized.”
Thank You To Our 2024 Sponsors!
