Ohio University Chillicothe seeks proposals for prevention conference

Ohio University Chillicothe will host the "Rooted in Wellness: Holistic Approaches to Prevention in Southern Ohio" conference on June 13, 2025. Social workers, counselors, chemical dependency counselors, teachers, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and others interested in creating a safe and healthy community are invited to attend the free conference, which will take place in Bennett Hall on the campus of Ohio University Chillicothe.

This conference is made possible through a partnership between Ohio University Chillicothe’s Department of Social Work, the HOPE Partnership Project Youth Coalition, Paint Valley ADAMH, and the Appalachian Children’s Coalition, with support from First Capital Cornerstone of Change. Participants may earn up to 5.5 continuing education credits at no cost, depending on which sessions they attend. Conference sessions begin at 9 a.m. Coffee and a free lunch will be provided to conference attendees.

“We are providing an opportunity for our colleagues and community to get free, relevant continuing education specific to our populations,” said organizer Stacey Saunders-Adams, associate professor of social work at OHIO Chillicothe. “We want to make sure everyone has access to the best available evidence to support healthy children and families.”

The conference will feature local and state experts dedicated to fostering strength and safety in our youth. Community members and experts will dive deep into crucial conversations on suicide prevention, substance abuse, gambling, and sexual abuse prevention, to craft a community of care for youth in rural Ohio.

The conference will feature local and state experts passionate about empowering the next generation. Sessions will explore innovative, holistic strategies to promote resilience in youth and prevent future challenges. Community members will connect, learn, and be inspired by leaders dedicated to shaping a stronger and brighter future for youth in our communities.

Ohio University Chillicothe and the conference committee seek proposals for conference presentations. Learn more and submit a presentation proposal. 

For more information, and to register for the conference, please visit the conference website.