Thursday, September 4, 2025
UNC Friday Center, Chapel Hill, NC
Clinicians, researchers, community-based organizations, government agencies, and persons with lived experiences are welcome.
Continuing education credits are available!
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In partnership with the North Carolina Community Health Center Association (NCCHCA), the NCCU Opioid Abatement and Community Collaborative (OACC) convened the Second Annual Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Conference. Dr. Nabarun Dasgupta, M.P.H., Ph.D., senior scientist at the UNC Chapel Hill Drug Lab, delivered a compelling keynote address, highlighting innovative approaches to addressing overdose. Attendees praised the conference for its comprehensive agenda, evidence-informed presentations, and commitment to equity-driven solutions across North Carolina’s communities. Examples of feedback include the following:
“Networking with researchers directly involved with patients in a clinical setup.”
“The lived-experience panel was so inspiring with resources that were received.”
“The presenters were really knowledgeable and engaging — it was well-organized.”
In May 2023, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and the North Carolina Community Health Center Association (NCCHCA) hosted their inaugural Medication-Assisted Treatment Conference — an annual convening focused on advancing opioid use disorder solutions. The event brought together community health leaders, researchers, and local, regional, and state officials to explore strategies for expanding treatment access and reducing opioid-related harm across North Carolina.
“This inaugural gathering marked the launch of a vital partnership between NCCU and NCCHCA, uniting stakeholders and leaders from both organizations to address the opioid epidemic with urgency and equity,” said Dr. Deepak Kumar, Dean of Sponsored Programs and Research at NCCU. “These collaborative discussions and concrete solutions will help drive progress in achieving healthcare equity statewide.”