Mental Health & Opioid Innovation Symposium
About this Event
From Risk to Resilience: Addressing Mental Health and Opioid Misuse through Equity and Innovation, this Mental Health & Opioid Innovation Symposium is a one-day convening hosted by the Empowerment Resource Center (ERC), bringing together healthcare professionals, behavioral health providers, students, advocates, and community partners.
This event is designed for anyone who wants to learn, connect, and be part of the conversation around equity-centered approaches to:
- Strengthening mental health support and access
- Improving community response to opioid misuse
- Sharing practical strategies, resources, and referral pathways
- Building partnerships that last beyond the room
Whether you’re on the clinical front lines, in training, or working in the community, you’ll leave with actionable takeaways and new connections to support real-world impact.
Date/Time: Thursday, Aug 27, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: The Gathering Spot, 384 Northyards Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Registration & Light Breakfast
🕑: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote Session
🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Break
🕑: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Breakout Sessions – Round 1
Info: • Option 1: Narcan Training
• Option 2:
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Breakout Sessions – Round 2
Info: • Option 1: Narcan Training
• Option 2:
🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Break
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Afternoon Plenary
Info: Topic: From Risk to Resilience: What Happens When Care Is Designed With, Not For, Communities?
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing Reflections
Host: Jacqueline Brown, CEO
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 77.55 to USD 118.21
