Pokagon Band joins regional effort to tackle opioid crisis
The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians is partnering with the Berrien County Suicide Prevention Coalition to host the Southwest Michigan Opioid Summit on Sept. 25. The one-day event will bring together experts in public health, law enforcement, addiction recovery, harm reduction and tribal leadership to address opioid awareness, prevention and recovery.
Sessions will focus on data-driven prevention strategies, holistic recovery approaches and culturally informed interventions. The summit is also supported by the C.A.S.S. Community Coalition and Cass County Opioid Settlement Funds.
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