A Community Conversation About Seattle and the Overdose Crisis

1000 4th Ave,Seattle WA 98104

03 August, 2022

Description

As drug overdose deaths surge across the nation and here in the Pacific Northwest, many people are feeling the impact. Whether you have first-hand experience, or know someone who is addicted or who lost their life to an overdose, the consequences of illegal drug use are widespread. KUOW’s Anna Boiko-Weyrauch has reported extensively on the overdose crisis and what it means for public health in our region. Join Anna and a panel of health experts Wednesday, August 3 for a community discussion. We’ll explore what’s being done in our communities to address the surge in overdoses and resources available for the individuals and families impacted. We’ll also talk about what is working and what is not as we build towards solutions. RSVP for this free event and Share your questions and feedback. Answer these prompts and be included in the discussion.Host: Anna Boiko-Weyrauch, general assignment reporter focusing on public health stories, KUOW Featured Guests:Lara Okoloko, therapist and social worker who specializes in counseling families impacted by addiction Johnny Ohta, a chemical dependency counselor for homeless youth in Seattle, with Ryther and Youth Care More featured guests to be announced. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the Seattle Public Library: 1000 Fourth Ave. Seattle, WA 98104 Photography of the stage and audio will be taken at this event. Proof of vaccination and masks are not required. However, KUOW & UW strongly encourage wearing a mask for all event attendees. KUOW is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities at our events. To request disability accommodations, please email [email protected] or call us at 206.221.7159 at least 7 days in advance of the event.