Governor Mills Opioid Response Summit & Seminars -

Governor Mills Opioid Response Summit & Seminars are part of the state’s strong commitment to fighting the opioid epidemic. The Summit and Seminars convene leaders from across Maine to share ideas, strategies, and best practices to help Maine people and families affected by this public health crisis. The summit’s theme reflects the personal and societal challenges of substance use disorder and opportunities to build a better, kinder future together. Seminars are held on the first Friday of every month from 11:30-12:30, see the link below to register.

The 2025 Opioid Response Monthly Webinar opens on February 7th th with a presentation on the Black Poster Project by Catherine R. Ryder, LCPC, NCC, MS and Kennebunk Police Chief Robert MacKenzie. This project is coming to Lewiston in April, 2025 and includes hundreds of posters of individuals across the country who have lost their lives because of their battle with addiction. The presentation, Silent Memorials, is a powerful and moving display that people can walk through at their own pace reading the stories of each lost soul. The webinar will be moderated by Director of Opioid Response Gordon Smith who will also provide a brief review of activities during 2024 and a look ahead to 2025.

Date: February 7, 2025
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Format: Zoom Webinar

Free Registration ( Certificate of Attendance )

There will be no Continuing Education Credits associated with this event.