"Can We Talk" Speakers Bureau

Your One Stop Resource For Great Speakers!

Liberation Programs is committed to educating the community about substance abuse. "Can We Talk" Speakers Bureau provides a myriad of benefits to:

• Dispell myths and stigmas surrounding addiction
• Educate on the impact addiction has on our youth and the community
• Motivate, encourage and empower individuals at various stages of recovery

"Can We Talk" presenters are Liberation Programs' staff members, advocates and recovery volunteers; they are available to speak to all age groups and populations on a variety of topics. Presentations are designed specifically for each audience based on needs and interests whether it is a business, school, church, community group or civic organizations. Presentation topics include:

• Testimonials from people in recovery
• Current substance abuse trends both local and statewide
• Signs and symptoms of substance abuse - actions to take - what you can do
• Effects of addiction on children and youth
• Substance abuse in the work place

If you would like to invite a "Can We Talk" presenter to your group, contact Diana Washington, Community Relations Director, at diana.washington@liberationprograms.org.

About Our Speakers:

Individuals in Recovery
People in recovery volunteer to educate the public about substance abuse and how to successfully begin the recovery process. This unique and necessary tool establishes a significant platform for those whom substance abuse affects, or has affected directly, to talk personally about their experiences.

Professional Staff and Advocates
Professional staff members and advocates are available to share their knowledge and expertise on a variety of substance abuse education and prevention topics to raise awareness, educate the public, and promote substance abuse prevention to everyone.

HIGHLIGHTS & UPCOMING EVENTS

• RECOVERY MONTH EVENTS
• AGENCY BROCHURE
• NEW- 2010 ANNUAL REPORT
• "CAN WE TALK" SPEAKERS BUREAU
• 2011 SPIRIT OF HOPE BENEFIT
• SUCCESS STORY
• WISH LIST
• SPECIAL DONATION REQUEST-
  HIGH CHAIRS & CAR SEATS

Click here to see photos
from our latest events!

CARF International accreditation demonstrates a program's quality, transparency, and commitment to the satisfaction of the persons served. Liberation Programs' residential and outpatient treatment programs are CARF accredited. To learn more about CARF, click on the logo above.