Reverse Site Visit

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In this presentation, we delved into actionable strategies for mindfully including peer support into your initiative. Whether through direct integration by hiring peers onto your organizational team or through infusion by collaborating with local peer recovery organizations via contracting, we'll navigate the pathways to embed peer support effectively and sustainably within your framework.

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This presentation introduced attendees to civil legal issues, such as discrimination and loss of licenses, that often create barriers to individuals entering or remaining in recovery. It also described models for engaging with local and regional legal aid providers, including medical-legal partnerships.

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• Stefanie Davis, JD, Deputy General Counsel, Legal Services Corporation

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The presenters discussed the HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW) Loan Repayment Programs and the benefits of these programs.

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• Israil Ali, MPA, Director of the Division of National Health Service Corps (DNHSC), Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW), HRSA
• Habiba Lomax, Supervisor, Management Analyst, DNHSC, BHW, HRSA

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RCORP peers met for an immersive exploration of the ever-evolving landscape of consortium dynamics. We unpacked invaluable insights and lessons learned about finding the sweet spot when it comes to leadership structure, maintaining engagement, troubleshooting unexpected hurdles, and harnessing the potential of collective impact to achieve lasting success.

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• Kari Earle, MEd, TEL, JBS International, Inc.

Breakout Session 1C: Leveling Up: How to Unleash the Power of Your Consortium to Maximize Your Impact (Day 2)

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Public health professionals can use policy approaches to positively influence population health outcomes; however, many are concerned that they might violate legal restrictions on lobbying. This workshop helped grantees better understand how they can be involved in policy development within the bounds of the law and will include an overview of federal restrictions on non-profit policy-related activities as well as case examples of how peer rural grantees have been able to influence policy in their states.