New @sajamersa.bsky.social Special Collection: Youth & Substance Use.
Evidence-informed insights on prevention, screening, and youth perceptions for researchers, clinicians, educators, and policymakers.
Explore now:
tinyurl.com/3er2xx7m
Applications are closing soon for the SAj Editorial Scholar Program.
This 12-month opportunity with Substance Use & Addiction Journal offers hands-on editorial experience and mentorship from SAj editors.
Open to all disciplines.
Apply by March 1:
๐ Full details: amersa.org/saj-editoria...
This Black History Month, we honor Chaney Allenโa pioneering leader who transformed substance use education and care for the Black community and beyond.
Her legacy affirms that lived experience, cultural understanding, and community are essential to effective substance use care.
The deadline is approaching.
Abstract and Workshop submissions for the AMERSA 2026 Conference are due April 1, 2026. Scholarship Award applications are due May 17, 2026.
Join us November 12โ14 in Washington, DC.
Submit today: conference.amersa.org
#AMERSA2026 #PublicHealth
AMERSA has released a new Position Statement in support of a public health approach to drug policy.
Authored by AMERSA members and collaborators.
Read the full statement:
journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....
SAj Editorial Scholar Program โ applications open.
12-month mentored program for early-career scholars focused on peer review and editorial practice at the Substance Use & Addiction Journal. @sajamersa.bsky.social
๐ Apply by March 1
๐ amersa.org/saj-editorial-scholar-program
Conference scholarship applications are open.
AMERSAโs 2026 Conference Scholarship Awards support registration + travel for participants whose work and perspectives strengthen substance use education, research, and care.
๐ Deadline: May 17, 2026
๐ conference.amersa.org
New resource ๐
GHAIโs Overdose Prevention Initiative launched a free, beginner-friendly guide to federal advocacyโhow Congress works and how communities influence policy.
๐ hatchadvocacy.org/us-federal-advocacy-action-guide
In case you missed it:
AMERSAโs recent Advocacy Committee webinar, โMethadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado,โ examined how policy, clinical practice, and lived experience intersect to drive meaningful methadone reform.
Watch the recording:
amersa.org/amersa-webin...
AMERSA is partnering with PCSS-MOUD to support high-quality education around medications for opioid use disorder.
The PCSS-MOUD Exchange is a virtual space to connect, ask questions, and learn from peers.
First session: Feb 4, 2026, 3 PM ET.
Register: pcssnow.org/education-tr...
Now Open!
AMERSAโs 2026 Call for Abstracts, Workshops, and Scholarship Awards is open.
Submissions welcome across research, education, clinical care, community action, and policy.
Abstracts & Workshops due April 1, 2026.
Scholarships due May 17, 2026.
conference.amersa.org
AMERSA is a home for those committed to improving substance use care through multidisciplinary collaboration. As a member, you join a community that connects through conference gatherings and year-round engagement, turning introductions into relationships.
Learn more about AMERSA. amersa.org/
NEW: 230+ organizations from 40 states are calling on leaders to use $57B in opioid settlement funds the RIGHT way in 2026.
New National Roadmap shows how to save livesโnot fuel the drug war.
๐ New Roadmap: populardemocracyinaction.org/publication/...
#EndOverdose #PublicHealth
Happening Today!
AMERSA Advocacy Webinar
Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change
Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT
Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...
Last chance to register for tomorrow's AMERSA Advocacy Webinar!
Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change
Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT
Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...
Know someone doing exceptional work in substance use education or research?
AMERSA Recognition Awards celebrate those advancing the field, inspiring change, and strengthening communities.
Nominations open Feb 2026: amersa.org/amersa-awards/
Be sure to join us next week for this AMERSA Advocacy Committee sponsored webinar: Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change
Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT
Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...
Less than 2 weeks until submissions open February 1!
AMERSAโs 50th Annual Conference is coming to Washington, D.C.
November 12โ14, 2026.
๐ก๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐!
Abstracts & workshop submissions due ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น ๐ญ
Scholarship award applications due ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ญ๐ณ
AMERSA accepts nominations year-round for our Board of Directors. If you are interested in serving on an engaged, collegial and impactful board helping to shape the future of AMERSA, submit your nomination here: amersa.org/amersa-board....
Last night, billions of dollars in SAMHSA grants were abruptly canceled, erasing critical support for many orgs providing substance use & addiction services. AMERSA shares your concerns and is working with partner organizations to respond.
Join us in taking action.
๐ Call Congress: 202-224-3121
Substance Use & Addiction Journal is accepting applications for its Editorial Scholar Program! This opportunity is designed for emerging scholars interested in academic publishing, peer review, and editorial decision-making. @sajamersa.bsky.social
Apply by March 1: amersa.org/saj-editoria...
AMERSA is a proud partner of the Opioid Response Network. Did you know that ORN offers free resources and technical assistance? See the list of trainings they provide: opioidresponsenetwork.org/wp-content/u... then learn more and request trainings here: opioidresponsenetwork.org/resources/
โฐ Deadline extended! Apply to the REACH 2.0 Program by January 14, 11:59 PM CT, and join a nationwide network of Scholars and Near Peers advancing addiction medicine. Donโt miss out!
Apply here: reach2program.org
@amersa.org
#AddictionMedicine #REACHProgram #MedEd #Leadership #SUD #Fellowship
Looking for a way to make a meaningful impact in 2026? AMERSA is looking for folks with experience with private sector funding opportunities, or who are tenacious about finding and building relationships, to join our Development Committee. Reach out at members.amersa.org/contact
Don't forget to register for the first AMERSA Advocacy Webinar of 2026!
Methadone Reform at Many Levels: Zooming in on Colorado for State, Clinic, and Patient Perspectives on Making Change
Jan 27, 2026 | 4pm ET / 1pm PT
Register now: members.amersa.org/ap/Events/Re...
Mark your calendar | Submissions open February 1.
AMERSAโs 50th Annual Conference is coming to Washington, DC
November 12โ14, 2026.
๐ก๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐!
Abstracts & workshop submissions due ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น ๐ญ
Scholarship award applications due ๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐ญ๐ณ
We're happy to partner with @acaamorg.bsky.social to spread the word about REACH2.0, a program dedicated to building a supportive community of future leaders in addiction medicine and psychiatry - Learn more and apply by January 5 here: reach2program.org/
#REACHProgram
Happy New Year from AMERSA!
As we reflect on another year of shared commitment to advancing substance use care, we want to thank our community for your continued engagement and support.
Wishing you a healthy, connected, and inspiring 2026.
Peer review plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and impact of scholarly publishing. Interested in becoming a peer reviewer for an academic journal but not sure where to start? Explore these resources from @sagepub.com, the publisher of @sajamersa.bsky.social.
www.sagepub.com/journals/inf...
Happy Holidays from AMERSA!
Wishing you a restful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful start to the new year.
Please note that AMERSAโs offices will be closed December 24-January 4. We will resume regular operations on January 5.
