Understanding and supporting people affected by the stigma of substance use
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The Anti-Stigma Network, in partnership with Adfam, is delighted to launch its new CPD-accredited training course on stigma and substance use.
This one-day training is suitable for any frontline practitioner or professional whose work may bring them into contact with people who use substances and their families. It aims to educate people to recognise the causes and consequences of stigma and offers practical ways to challenge and overcome stigma.
- Date: Tuesday 23rd September 2025, 9.30am – 3.30pm
- Cost: £95 for Anti-Stigma Network members, £110 for non-members (Join the Anti-Stigma Network for free today)
Learning outcomes:
By the end of the training, learners will be able to:
- Define what stigma is and how it appears in everyday interactions
- Explore the everyday impact of internalised, societal and structural stigma
- Identify key factors that contribute to stigmatised thinking and how they shape public attitudes
- Implement practical strategies to challenge stereotypes and promote a non-judgmental approach