Submissions for CPDD symposia/workshops/forums are due October 18. If you are interested in putting together a symposium/workshop/forum, please contact [email protected] ASAP! We hope our network will collaborate and continue to drive awareness of gender-related substance use issues.

We are talking about listening, patience, and how we can uplift and support women in the sciences. Great insights about femtoring those in the early stages of their careers - with Dr. Wendee M. Wechsberg, Dr. Jessy Devieux, and Dr. Linda Cottler. #WomeninSTEM #InWomens2024

We had engaging discussions in our second set of breakout rooms around: pregnancy, postpartum, & substance use; substance use, comorbidities, & contextual issues; and treatment & recovery. A big thank you to our speakers for sharing their work! #InWomens2024

"We rise by telling our stories..." Incredible reflections through powerful poetry by Teri Hairston. #InWomens2024

Thank you to our amazing speakers who prompted rich discussions in our first breakout session on: complexity surrounding opioid use among women, gender differences in substance use and treatment, and equity & health disparities in substance use.

We are grateful to have Dr. Angela Lee-Winn join us to share @NIDAnews funding priorities in relation to women and substance use at #InWomens2024, and how researchers can get involved in this work, both in the US and internationally.

We heard from Dr. Loretta Finnegan about the importance of ensuring access to treatment for pregnant and postpartum patients with opioid use disorder - both for the pregnant person and their baby - as well as education to destigmatize #OUD in #pregnancy.

Dr. Irma Kirtadze sheds light on the intersectional realities of migration due to war - specifically, its impact on substance use in relation to gender for migrants to Georgia.

An illuminating talk on engaging #community in cultural adaptations, as "one size does not fit all". Thanks to Dr. Kathleen Burlew and Dr. Caravella McCuistian for great insight and examples of effectively engaging our communities! #InWomens2024

"We are only the best as a we" - @Wendee0521 reflects on the networks we have built and those we are building, and the importance of collaboration in our field. #InWomens2024

1 in 3 people using drugs is a woman. Only 1 in 5 people receiving treatment for drug use is a woman. #drugtreatment #substanceuse

Marijuana is the most used illicit drug among young women and women aged 12 and above in the US. #cannabis #marijuana #women #substanceuse

InWomens is live!! Welcome to all attendees. @Wendee0521 kicks us off sharing how women & gender research has evolved over the years. #substanceuse #gender #women

Get ready to be inspired by insights from Dr. Linda Cottler at #InWomens2024 TOMMOROW! As a leader who increases the visibility of underrepresented communities, she is helping to advance #healthequity. Join us to learn from some of the best in the field. #GenderResearch

The closing session at #InWomens2024 will be full of extraordinary researchers like Dr. Jessy Devieux! She will provide some insights on how women can continue to be supported and uplifted in science. We look forward to seeing you all in 2 days! #Womeninscience

To wrap up the breakout sessions at #InWomens2024, Dr. Rich Jenkins will lead an impactful discussion and reflection session. Join us for this amazing opportunity to network and collaborate with other professionals in the field! #publichealth @NIDAnews

We are so pleased to have Dr. Tara Carney @TaraCarney01 join us from Cape Town, South Africa at #InWomens2024! Her global perspective will provide attendees with unique insights into substance use treatment and recovery. #publichealth

We are pleased to have @RTI_Intl researcher @DrPeasant join us to moderate a session on #substanceuse, comorbidities, & contextual issues at #InWomens2024 conference this Friday, May 31st. See the full agenda at bit.ly/3WBFj1j

Meet Dr. Carla Bann, one of our breakout room moderators. With her deep knowledge in behavioral health and statistical analysis, expect an informative and dynamic session on pregnancy, postpartum, & substance use. #publichealth #genderresearch @RTI_Intl @RTI_Gender

Registration closes today at 3pm ET for InWomen's 2024! We're so excited to join our colleagues from across the globe next week to discuss this important work. Register at bit.ly/4aWRFpf