DrugScope annual conference 2009. London, Wednesday 28th October
Drug Treatment at the Crossroads: where next for the recovery agenda?
Please note: this conference is now fully booked, however if you would like to be added to a waiting list in case of cancellations please email Cheryl Farnum on cherylf@drugscope.org.uk
The idea of recovery is now central for drug policy. It is an idea with the potential to inspire a leap forward in our aspirations and ambitions for people who have experienced serious drug problems. The DrugScope 2009 annual conference, held in London on 28th October, will focus on:
- the stories of people who have experienced serious drug problems, what recovery means to them and what has helped them;
- learning from and engaging with the experience of other sectors, particularly mental health;
- debating the implications of recovery for the way we think about drug policy and service configuration;
- linking recovery to the debate about 'complex need' - for example, by asking how valuable and sustainable a positive drug outcome is (whether stabilising on a script or abstinence) if it is not matched by recovery in a fuller sense - recovery of what has been lost or damaged.
Confirmed speakers include: Ian Wardle, CEO Lifeline, Dr Geraldine Strathdee, Consultant Psychiatrist in Bromley ACT, Oxleas NHS, Dr David Best, Reader in Criminal Justice, University of Western Scotland, Viv Evans, CEO Adfam, Oliver Hilbery, Project Director, Making Every Adult Matter, Sue Baker, Director of Time to Change and Dominic Williamson, CEO Revolving Doors.
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Please see the conference brochure, including provisional agenda and booking form (PDF 304KB)
