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1 call for workshop proposals Deadline for Submission: November 30, 2016

call for workshop proposals Deadline for Submission: November 30, 2016 Notification of Acceptance: January 13, 2017 It s time to take mental health, mental illness and addiction and all the messy,

2 call for workshop proposals Deadline for Submission: November 30, 2016 Notification of Acceptance: January 13, 2017 It s time to take mental health, mental illness and addiction and all the messy, sometimes embarrassing, uneasy truths that accompany them out from behind closed doors and discuss them openly. MHA s 2017 Annual Conference: Sex, Drugs and Rock & Roll, scheduled for June 14-16, 2017, will dive into these sometimes controversial topics in a way MHA never has done before. We will bring hundreds of advocates, experts and elected officials together for some clear, real, and direct conversations about: Sexual trauma and its aftermath; Sexual addiction; Sexual and other side effects of mental illness medication; The benefits of medications and alternative interventions; Self-medicating and opioid addiction; Recovery from substance use and mental illness, including the role faith can and cannot play in recovery; High-profile examples of musicians and substance use, mental illness, and recovery; The musical mind and serious mental health concerns and addiction; The role of music and musicians in helping peers and fans along their own paths to recovery. There will be a traditional mixture of keynote speakers, plenary discussions and workshop panels. All workshop panels will fall within three dedicated tracks: 1) Sex; 2) Drugs; and 3) Rock & Roll. (Some workshop panels may overlap with more than one track.) MHA may duplicate tracks depending on time and quality of submissions. Additional consideration will be given to any MHA affiliate that submits a breakout proposal that highlights programs and/or perspectives within the breakout categories. There will also be pre-conference sessions on June 13, 2016 for MHA affiliates only (schedule TBD).

SUBMISSION CRITERIA Workshop Format To be considered, workshop presentations must: Be applicable to one of the three dedicated tracks: Sex; Drugs; or Rock & Roll; Be interactive; Allow time for group

3 SUBMISSION CRITERIA Workshop Format To be considered, workshop presentations must: Be applicable to one of the three dedicated tracks: Sex; Drugs; or Rock & Roll; Be interactive; Allow time for group discussion; Be realistic within a 90 minute timeframe; and Be conducted with no more than three presenters. Sample Presentation Topics (Samples only, not indicative of final agenda) SEX The Connection Between Sexual Trauma and Mental Illness Bipolar Disorder and Hypersexuality Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation and Depression How to Address Sexual Addiction Intimacy and Mental Illness Impact on Relationships DRUGS Opioids Policies and Programs to Address the Addiction Epidemic The Latest in Science and Medications Finding Recovery Through Non-Pharma Means Addiction and the Path to Recovery Health Disparities, Access and Opioid Addiction in Minority Communities ROCK & ROLL Prince, Hendrix, Joplin Why Do So Many Musical Geniuses Struggle with Addiction? Using Music as Therapy: Examples of Success You Rock! How Musicians and the Music Industry are Coming Together to Help People with Mental Health and Addiction Concerns The Story Behind the Song: How Songwriters and Musicians Tell Their Stories Through Lyrics Balancing Creativity and Health: Can You Really Create Great Music While Taking Medication? Submission instructions and guidelines Online submissions are greatly preferred. Submit online at If you cannot submit online, please complete the attached forms and return them to Erin Wallace using the contact information below. All applications must be submitted and/or postmarked by November 30, By By Mail: Send to Erin Wallace at ewallace@mentalhealthamerica.net Mental Health America ATTN: Conference Proposals 500 Montgomery Street, Suite 820 Alexandria, VA 22314

4 REVIEW AND SELECTION Process The process to accept workshops is very selective. There are a very limited number of slots available, and the final decision is at the discretion of Mental Health America. Please note: All workshop presenters are responsible for all travel-related expenses, including transportation and hotel accommodations. Do not submit a proposal if you cannot accept responsibility for travel-related expenses. Plenary sessions and keynotes will be determined solely by MHA. If a submission warrants a plenary session instead of a workshop, MHA will make that determination and inform the submitter. If similar proposals are submitted, it is at the discretion of MHA to combine speakers/presentations. If you are not selected, please feel free to consider re-applying next year. Acknowledgement: Upon receipt of your submission, you will receive an acknowledgement. Notifications: We will notify all submitters about the status of their presentation by January 16, Follow-up: MHA staff will contact presenters to discuss each workshop and bring together participants and moderators to discuss details via at least one telephone call. MHA staff will also help presenters ascertain audiovisual needs and ensure each breakout room is adequately set up. Handouts are allowed but not required for each session. MHA is not responsible for the printing, collection or distribution of physical handouts and materials, which must be handled by the presenter(s). All materials and presentation files must be finalized and submitted to MHA staff no later than May 31, If Accepted If accepted, presenters will receive a free conference registration and are welcome to attend the entire conference, including meals, receptions, and plenary events. All workshop presenters are responsible for all travel-related expenses, including transportation and hotel accommodations. MHA will arrange for a room block at the Hyatt Regency Washington Capitol Hill where presenters can receive a discounted rate.

5 PRESENTATION APPLICATION Deadline for Submission: November 30, 2016 Sex Drugs Rock & Roll Please provide a summary (250 words or less) of your proposed presentation. Please provide two brief objectives for the attendees of your presentation. (For example, what will attendees learn, how will your presentation further the discussion on mental health as it relates to issues involving sex and intimacy, addiction, medications or art/music therapy?) (Check all that apply) June 14, 2017 (afternoon) June 15, 2017 (morning) June 15, 2017 (afternoon) June 16, 2017 (morning)

6 PRESENTATION APPLICATION (CONTINUED)

7 PRESENTATION APPLICATION (CONTINUED) SUBMISSION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30, 2016 Online: By By Mail: (preferred) Send to Erin Wallace at Mental Health America ATTN: Conference Proposals 500 Montgomery Street, Suite 820 Alexandria, VA f facebook.com/mentalhealthamerica #b4stage4 mentalhealthamerica.net/annualconference QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS APPLICATION OR MHA S 2017 ANNUAL CONFERENCE? Please Erin Wallace At Ewallace@Mentalhealthamerica.net.

DIOXIN SYMPOSIUM MEETING PLANNING

DIOXIN SYMPOSIUM MEETING PLANNING History & General Information A listing of future and past Dioxin Symposia can be found on the Symposium page. The International Dioxin Symposium has been held annually