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Nov 13 '23, 10:00 AM - Nov 15 '23, 5:30 PM
Addiction and Social Environment
Date
November 13 – 15, 2023
Place
Berlin-Adlershof, Berlin, Germany.
About the event
The conference centers on the theme of “Addiction and Social Environment,” acknowledging that substance use disorder and addiction have consequences that extend beyond the affected individuals. These consequences touch families, workplaces, social circles, and everyday activities such as commuting and leisure pursuits.
The conference seeks to explore how addiction issues are intertwined with the societal context, both in terms of their origins and ways to cope.
Program
The conference features expert lectures and forums that address current addiction-related issues, emphasizing their impact on the social environment.
The aim is to facilitate discussions around potential solutions and offer forward-looking perspectives for supporting people dealing with addiction.
An Overview of Monday’s Conference Agenda
Monday’s agenda delves into addiction-related issues and their social impact. It features opening remarks, a keynote speaker, and in-depth panel discussions.
Expert presentations offer insights into addiction’s complexities. Networking opportunities are provided during scheduled breaks. Workshops in the afternoon offer practical solutions. The day ends with a networking session.
An Overview of Tuesday’s Conference Agenda
The morning session covers addiction-related topics, such as youth from families affected by addiction, collaboration in addiction and homeless aid, occupational addiction assistance, and more.
The afternoon session continues with a set of aspects of addiction assistance. Topics include personnel management and organizational changes in addiction assistance, support available for family members affected by addiction, and the effectiveness of addiction self-help programs.
In the afternoon, Movendi International Director of Strategy and Advocacy, Maik Dünnbier will be speaking at one of the concurrent forums:
- Forum 203 – Sucht-Selbsthilfe – Am Ende hilfreich (Mutual aid in addiction – helpful  after all)
Further Information
To learn more about the event and how to register, please visit the conference website. If you have any questions, contact Ms. Doris Kaldewei from DHS Event Management at kaldewei[at]dhs.de.
