PRISM – People’s Recovery Initiative for Solutions & More
Forging Connections | Sharing Resources | Saving Lives
PRISM (People’s Recovery Initiative for Solutions & More) is an organization dedicated to raising awareness, educating, and smashing the stigma surrounding substance use and addiction. We partner with and connect a number of fantastic groups who share our mission and vision and represent different spheres of influence. We also connect with everyday people through several series of events that put things in clear language and allow experts and those who have faced addiction to share their lived experiences. Our goal is to make resources available to anyone facing substance use or addiction and to save lives.
THE PEOPLE’S OPIOID SUMMIT 2022
October 6 – 8, 2022
Virtual & In-Person at the American Institute of Healthcare & Fitness | Raleigh, NC
Join us this October 6-8 for the third annual People’s Opioid Summit! On Thursday, October 6th our free kickoff livestream will feature crucial information and inspiring stories relating to addiction. Click here for the link to view the broadcast on YouTube which will begin at 6:00 PM.
On Friday, October 6th and Saturday, October 7th join us virtually through our online platform or in-person at the American Institute of Healthcare & Fitness in Raleigh, North Carolina for even more inspiration & inspiration.
Click here to learn more and see the full schedule of speakers on The People’s Opioid Summit website.
Past Events (2022)
THE PEOPLE’S EMPOWERMENT & SERVICES SUMMIT
June 21 – 22, 2022
Western NC Agricultural Center | Fletcher, NC
HEALTH & HOPE: THE PEOPLE’S OVERDOSE PREVENTION DAY
September 23 – 24, 2022
Sugaw Creek Recreation Center | Charlotte, NC
Our Projects
SEEDS: SUSTAINABLE EMPOWERMENT, EDUCATION, AND DISTINCTIVE SERVICES FOR WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
ADDITIONAL WORK IN PROGRESS
MONROE CO. PA EQUITY IN SUBSTANCE USE TREATMENT
NARCAN TRAINING FOR NC STUDENTS
PRISON REFORM
AND MUCH MORE!
Meet Marilyn Shannon
Those of you who have been involved with the People’s Opioid Summit are likely familiar with our master of ceremonies and breakout facilitator, Marilyn Shannon. You may not be aware of the fact that PRISM and the Summit is Marilyn’s brainchild.
Marilyn has many talents. She is a speaker, journalist, coach, and author. While writing her latest book, “In Just One Afternoon.. Listening into the Hearts of People Impacted by Opioid Addiction“, Marilyn found herself having deep and meaningful conversations both with people who were living with Opioid Use Disorder, or the family members of people who had lost their battles with addiction.
One of Marilyn’s greatest passions is eliminating stigma and creating pathways for open communication and understanding. Upon giving it much thought and consideration, she realized that she needed to assemble a team to put together an innovative, inspiring, and informational event for anyone affected by the Opioid Epidemic. She partnered with her coaching home, the American Institute of Healthcare & Fitness, and her longtime marketing company, Media Integrations to bring this vision to life.
In her role as an #ExpertListener and #StigmaSmasher, Marilyn works tirelessly to help people better connect with one another. She truly believes that if we collectively work at loving people instead of judging them, the world will be a better place.
Learn more about Marilyn or contact her today at marilynshannon.com.
