Events in June 2023
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Drugs Research Network Scotland - End of Phase Showcase Event
Drugs Research Network Scotland - End of Phase Showcase Event
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June 8, 2023
Thu, 8 Jun 2023
9:30am - 4:00pm
Merchants House of Glasgow, GlasgowOn the 8th June 2023, the Drugs Research Network Scotland (DRNS) will be hosting this event showcasing research which has been supported by the network through its current funding phase. The session will focus on knowledge exchange and provide opportunity for academic researchers, practitioners and clinicians, third sector representatives, and people with living/lived experience to hear from researchers across the field working on a range of research projects as well as to come together and network.
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Self-Harm: Implementing the NICE Guideline Conference
Self-Harm: Implementing the NICE Guideline Conference
June 9, 2023
FRIDAY 9th JUNE 2023
VIRTUAL, Online
This conference focuses on improving services and outcomes for people who self harm, and implementing and monitoring adherence to the NEW NICE Guideline: Self-harm: assessment, management and preventing recurrence which was published on 7th September 2022.
In this conference, through case studies and expert advice we will explore how we can support people who self-harm by ensuring a compassionate approach, understanding the common causes and drivers, as well as developing safety plans with a path to recovery.
The LJWG Conference 2023The LJWG Conference 2023
June 9, 2023
Friday, 9 June 2023
LondonThe London Joint Working Group on Substance Use and Hepatitis C (LJWG) annual conference will bring together professionals and patient advocates working in hepatitis C care in London.
The conference will be on Friday 9th June at the NCVO Conference Centre (Society Building, 8 All Saints Street, London, N1 9RL). It will celebrate the huge achievements across London so far towards eliminating hepatitis C, and will focus on what more needs to be done to achieve and maintain elimination in the critical years ahead.
Keynote speakers include leaders from the hepatitis C field past and present, including both current and former chief executive of The Hepatitis C Trust, Rachel Halford and Charles Gore, and Professor David Nutt, the first chair of the LJWG.
A full agenda and registration details will be circulated in coming weeks.
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Service of Remembrance for Those Who Have Died Affected by Homelessness
Service of Remembrance for Those Who Have Died Affected by Homelessness
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June 21, 2023
Wed 21 June at 2.00pm
Bristol CathedralJoin us as we gather to remember loved ones who have died affected by homelessness.
Speaking at the service, Jon Kurht, CEO of Hope into Action, will be offering insight into how faith and community groups address homelessness. A list of names of those who died due to homelessness in Bristol will be read out during the service and candles will be lit as an act of remembrance.
All are welcome, including dogs.
Refreshments will be available following the service.
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Alcohol use in the cost-of-living crisis
Alcohol use in the cost-of-living crisis
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June 22, 2023
Thu, 22 Jun 2023
09:00am - 10:00am
OnlineJoin the Institute of Alcohol Studies and Director of Public Health for Gateshead, Alice Wiseman, to hear from Dr Philip Broadbent (Specialty Registrar in Public Health Medicine) and Holly Wood (With You) on how the cost-of-living crisis is impacting public health, particularly in relation to levels of alcohol harm.
Dr Philip Broadbent will present findings from his research into the public health implications of the cost-of-living crisis and discuss what policy approaches are needed to protect health and avoid exacerbating health inequalities.
Holly Wood will then discuss the results from research commissioned by alcohol and mental health charity With You on how alcohol consumption habits have changed due to the rising cost-of-living, putting UK adults at greater risk of alcohol dependence.
This event is for public health professionals, researchers, healthcare workers, civil servants, NGOs, health agencies etc. If you or your organisation receives funding from the alcohol industry (alcohol producers, retailers, trade associations, Social Aspect Public Relations Organisations (SAPROs), & Business-Interest NGOs) please do not attend.
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Transform’s Annual Lobby of Parliament for drug policy reform
Transform’s Annual Lobby of Parliament for drug policy reform
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June 27, 2023
Tue 27 June 2023
ParliamentJoin us as we take action to change our failed drug laws
We will be taking action in Parliament on 27th June, 2023 to show the public and politicians that we stand for better drug laws. To achieve change, we need you there.
This day is for people who know that drug use is a health issue, not a criminal one. If you’re ready to take action and support a global movement calling for reform of our failed drug laws, then please join us for our 7th annual lobby.
The mass lobby is part of the Support Don’t Punish Global Day of Action which is recognised each year in over 100 countries as individuals come together to call for drug policies that are centred around health and human rights.
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The Forward Trust Employability Day Awards Event 2023
The Forward Trust Employability Day Awards Event 2023
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June 28, 2023
Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:00am - 2:00pm
Turner Contemporary
MargateThe Forward Trust deliver important Employability (including DWP Restart) and vocational training services (including the Adult Education Budget and Multiply).
To celebrate Employability Day 2023 we will be hosting an Awards Event to congratulate our participants and learners, along with speakers, lunch and opportunities to network with a range of partners.
This exciting event will take place at the prestigious Turner Contemporary Art Gallery in Margate, Thanet.