Representatives of Olive Branch Ministry discuss how they are using evidence-based harm reduction strategies to address the opioid epidemic, save lives, and make a difference in the communities they serve in Allegheny, Ashe, Burke, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, McDowell, and Watauga Counties (Hosted by the NC Department of Justice)
Myths and Facts about Drugs – NCACC Opioid Settlements Technical Assistance
Dr. Jennifer Carroll, assistant professor at NC State University, discusses the misinformation and myths about substances and substance use, which is used to fuel stigmas and as the foundation for criminalization.
Overcoming Stigma through Language
This webinar focuses on on overcoming stigma through supportive language to encourage engagement in care and build trust in services. Speakers include Michelle Mathis (Executive Director, Olive Branch Ministry) and Christopher Campau (Division of Public Health, Injury and Violence Prevention Branch). NOTE: Due to technical difficulties during the recording of the webinar, some slides are partially blocked by the speaker. Please reference the PDF copy of the slides for the full content.
Overview and Orientation
A webinar that provides an overview of the opioid settlement, the NC Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), and available resources