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Welcome to AMERSA

We look forward to seeing you for our 49th annual conference in Portland, Oregon: November 13-15, 2025.

Banner for AMERSA 2025 Conference. 49th Annual Connference, Portland, Oregon, November 13-15, 2025. Theme: Building Stronger Communities Through Addiction Care Innovation, Research, Education and Advocacy.

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New!

One-day registration is now available for AMERSA’s Pre-Conference on November 12.

Learn more under the Pre-Conference tab on the Annual Conference page.

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Our annual conference features an exciting multidisciplinary line-up of engaging speakers and presentations, including oral abstract sessions, live poster sessions and interactive skills-based workshops. 

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Innovation in Action: Building Stronger Communities

AMERSA is proud to announce a new podcast series highlighting cutting-edge programs and collaborative efforts supporting individuals and communities affected by substance use disorders. Featuring multidisciplinary teams, this podcast will explore innovative solutions with the potential to transform care and foster stronger, healthier communities.

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Stigma and Substance Use: Rewriting the Narrative

Listen to our podcast series exploring the pervasive impact of stigma on individuals and communities affected by substance use disorders (SUD), featuring insights from experts, including individuals with lived experience and multidisciplinary professionals. Episodes will unpack the roots of stigma, its effects on care access and outcomes, and strategies to foster empathy, understanding, and inclusive support exploring.

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Free Advocacy Webinar

Writing for Change: How to Sharpen Your Persuasive Writing Skills and Effectively Use the Pen as an Advocacy Tool

Tuesday, Sept 30

This event brings together three experts in editorial writing and substance use-focused journalism for a one-hour panel discussion and Q&A focused on how to compose effective editorials, hone your advocacy messaging, and find the right venues to amplify your voice.
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AMERSA is deeply committed to improving health and well-being among people with substance use disorders.

Please read and share comments published by our Advocacy Committee on topics related to proposed regulations.

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The Journal

Our peer-reviewed journal, Substance Use & Addiction Journal, is now in its 4th decade.

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What is AMERSA?

“What is AMERSA”

AMERSA (The Association for Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance use and Addiction), founded in 1976, is a non-profit professional organization whose mission is to improve health and well-being through interdisciplinary leadership in substance use education, research, clinical care and policy.

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    🎙️ Episode 6 of AMERSA's Innovation in Action podcast is here!

    This episode explores how hospitals & withdrawal management programs are breaking barriers to expand access to this lifesaving medication.

    Listen now and share your takeaways: amersa.org/amersa-podcast/
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    🌍 AMERSA is a community that stretches far and wide! Did you know our four staff members work across three different time zones, and our Board of Directors represents four? Wherever you are, we are grateful that you are part of AMERSA. Where are YOU joining us from?
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    AMERSA @amersa.org 5 days

    Save the date! Free AMERSA Webinar, Sept 30 (12pm PT / 3pm ET): Writing for Change: How to Sharpen Your Persuasive Writing Skills and Effectively Use the Pen as an Advocacy Tool.

    Learn from expert panelists how to amplify your voice.

    Register: tinyurl.com/AMERSAWebinar

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