This session will provide an overview of the intersectionality of Substance Use and HIV.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Define substance use
- Discuss the correlation between HIV & substance use
- Discuss the stigma behind both substance use & HIV
- Define harm reduction & identify techniques
- Discuss treatment options for substance use disorder
- Discuss obstacles that occur when treating persons with HIV & using substances
Speakers
Rob Rodney, MSW | Virginia Commonwealth University
Sara Jenkins, BSW | AIDS Response Effort
