[Gabriel Quaglia]

Hey All,

At the SADOD direct service provider program we’re launching a “Community Conversation” series where we’ll have someone come in and speak to a topic anywhere from 15-20 minutes and then have an open discussion and Q & A session. Our first one is at the end of the month and the topic will be “Supporting Pregnant and Parenting People Impacted by Substance Use” and we’re planning one for next month on employing people who use drugs.

We have a few ideas, but I wanted to reach out to the community to see if there are any ideas for topics 0r there’s someone you would recommend for a topic. You can post something here or email me at:

Gabriel@SADOD.ORG

[Jamie Davis]

Thank you so much for inviting input from the community Gabe — it’s really appreciated. This sounds like a thoughtful and accessible format, and the topics you’re starting with feel timely and important.

The “Community Conversation” series also reminds me a bit of the Scraping the Pipe talks you used to do with Jill — those were always a hit and created such meaningful dialogue. I love seeing that spirit continue in this new way.

I’m looking forward to these conversations and will share ideas as they come to mind. Thanks again for creating space for learning and discussion.

[Leslie Lagos]

I agree with Jamie…I’m looking forward to these conversations knowing you and Jill will hold trauma informed, person centered, supportive space.