About the Conference
This is not your standard conference! There will be a variety of energizing ways to learn, converse, contribute, and play. You'll have opportunities interact with presenters and with other participants one-on-one, in small group discussions, and in personalized technical assistance sessions. Plus, there will be hands-on training available on technology tools such as blogging, Facebook, and electronic health records.
Conference Vision
It is the intent of the conference co-sponsors to create a CONFERence filled with informed dialogue and stimulating resources that inform, inspire and encourage the best possible services for women with substance use disorders and their families.
As suggested by the conference theme, “Thriving in Changing Times,” the 2010 conference will focus on:
- What—effective practices and policies to improve outcomes for women
- How—building capacity to successfully institute effective practices and policies and
- Why – exploring current trends and strategies for meeting challenges and integrating innovations and research.
Topics and Common Threads
We have identified the following common threads that will be woven throughout the conference:
- Based in recovery-oriented system of care
- Acknowledge and address cultural responsiveness and disparities
- Collaborative and integrated approaches
- Mix of policy and program applications
- Address the uniqueness of women across the life span
- Integrate the principles of gender-responsive, trauma-informed care
Emphasis Areas
Session topics fall into the following emphasis areas
- Critical Issues of the Day
- Specific Populations of Women
- Gender Responsive Practices
- Co-Occuring Health and Mental Health
- Workforce Development
- Technology
- Family-Centered Approaches and Child Welfare
Click here for a complete listing of sessions.
CEUS Continuing Education Units: 16.25
National
NAADAC the Association for Addiction Professionals
Social Work, from Jane Addams College of Social Work
Regional
Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association, Inc.
Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals
Evening Activities
Monday July 26, 2010
Chicago: My Kind of Town
If you have never been to Chicago or just want to experience something new,
please join us for Chicago: My Kind of Town. On Monday evening, July 26, 2010
the Conference Ambassadors are pleased to offer "Chicago: My Kind of Town"
with a variety of Chicago experiences to choose from. Each Ambassador will
host/lead a group of Conference attendees to visit one of their favorite places in
Chicago. Outings include: Navy Pier Boat Rides to include the Architectural Boat
Tour, Restaurants in Greek and China Town, Local Blues and Jazz Clubs, and
much more. Prices and times will vary; sign up on Monday morning in the Foyer.
What better way to tourist Chicago than with your own local ambassador taking
you to one of their favorite places.
Tuesday July 27, 2010 (two complimentary options - choose one)
