Workshops

The National Symposium will feature workshops with opportunities to hear from practitioners, policy makers and researchers from across the nation on their experiences and knowledge of Family Drug Courts.

AREAS OF FOCUS

Policy, Program Strategies and Advanced Practices for Family Drug Courts including:

  • Eligibility, screening, assessment, engagement, retention
  • Continuing judicial supervision and ethical considerations
  • Specialized services for substance exposed infants and their families
  • Specialized services for young children, youth and adolescents
  • Effective treatment services:
    • Gender specific
    • Culturally competent
    • Trauma informed
    • Family focused
    • Recovery support services & aftercare
  • Collaborative and systems issues
  • Program design & models
  • Research, data collection & program evaluation
  • Funding and sustainability