From Risk to Resilience
Addressing Mental Health and Opioid Misuse through Equity and Innovation
A public symposium uniting healthcare and community voices to advance mental health care, opioid misuse prevention, and treatment.
Thursday, August 27, 2025 • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Atlanta, GA
Date & Time
Thursday, August 27, 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location
The Gathering Spot
384 Northyards Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
Who Should Attend
Healthcare providers, public health professionals, policy makers, community health workers, researchers, and advocates
Details
In-Person
Ages 18+
Free parking
Doors open at 8:30 AM
7-hour event
Join the Symposium
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.
