Training, conferences, and networking events for Peer Support Professionals
N.A.P.S. members can submit events to the calendar.
In this session, we will discuss what perinatal harm reduction is, and what it is not. We will look at the historical context in which it developed, with particular focus on the experiences of women and people of color. We will discuss harm reduction for tobacco/nicotine as well as practical strategies, interventions and resources. Joelle...
In "Breaking the Cycle: Supporting Marginalized Families with Culturally Relevant Care," we will explore the complexities of resilience, especially within historically marginalized families, and challenge the dominant narrative that glorifies resilience without addressing the systemic barriers that necessitate it. Participants will learn how resilience, while often celebrated, can mask the emotional and physical toll faced...
The NYPAN Networking Meeting is a regular informal drop-in space for peer specialists and advocates from across the state to come together to exchange insights, experiences, and opportunities with each other, while...
This training will take place in person at the Brooklyn Public Library, at 1305 Cortelyou Rd. at, Argyle Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11226. Self-care is essential for maintaining physical, emotional, and mental...
The NY-PAN Advisory Committee consists of a selected group of individuals representing a diverse range of peer support credentials and regions across New York State. These members provide guidance and...
This training will take place in person at 1583 Albany Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210. Please see below for transportation options. Part 1: Self-Advocacy in Traditional Agencies: Understanding the Role of a Certified...
Professional development is vital to any successful career. As the peer profession continues to grow, the workforce exhibits a need for leadership development amongst these peers. This 1-hour webinar will...
This session invites you to unpack and redefine traditional narratives surrounding experiences of self-harm and 'crisis' for youth and young adults. Facilitated through a lens of firsthand lived/ing experience, this...
The NYPAN Networking Meeting is a regular informal drop-in space for peer specialists and advocates from across the state to come together to exchange insights, experiences, and opportunities with each other, while...
The NY-PAN Advisory Committee consists of a selected group of individuals representing a diverse range of peer support credentials and regions across New York State. These members provide guidance and...
What does parent empowerment have to do with peer support? In the growing service of peer support, when a youth may be struggling with their mental health, and/or substance use,...
The way we show up for someone in crisis can make all the difference. This workshop offers a foundational understanding of liberatory peer crisis support, highlighting the value of grounding...