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ISSUP Bahamas Wellness Wednesday - 8 May 2024 - Unlocking the Power of Protective Factors for SUD's
ISSUP Bahamas will be hosting their next 'Wellness Wednesday' session on 8 May and this week, we will be focusing on unlocking the power of protective factors for substance use disorders. Nathania Bowe will be leading the session and will focus on the following key areas:
- Community engagement
- Delayed substance use
- Mentorship
- Extra-curricular activities
- Safety
For more information, please call (242) 602 1768.
ISSUP Bahamas INEP Plus Launch
ISSUP Bahamas National Chapter Launches Historic INEP Plus Training at Royal Bahamas Police Force Headquarters – 24 April 2024
ISSUP Bahamas Chapter achieved a significant milestone with the inauguration of its groundbreaking 12-session face-to-face training for Introduction to Evidence-Based Prevention – INEP Plus. The historic event unfolded at the esteemed Royal Bahamas Police Force Headquarters in Freeport, Grand Bahama.
ISSUP Bahamas Launch INEP Plus Training
ISSUP Bahamas are thrilled to announce their first in-country INEP (Introduction to Evidence-Based Prevention) training, which will take place between 24 April and 31 July 2024.
The training will be delivered by Troy E Clarke I, ICAP Tx I and Lowena West in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Those participating will include personnel from the Royal Bahamas Police Force (Northern Division), the Grand Bahama Health Service and The National LEAD Institute.
ISSUP Bahamas Wellness Wednesday - 24 April 2024 - Trauma Informed Care
Join us on 24 April for our next 'Wellness Wednesday'! In commemoration of Psychology Week's Theme: "Reducing Global Inequalities Through Education: Psychological Contributions", join Nathania Bowe, Case Manager at the LEAD Institute and member of ISSUP Bahamas National Chapter, as she sheds light on 5 key principles of
ISSUP Bahamas Wellness Wednesday - 17 April 2024 - Strategies for Supporting Someone with a Personality Disorder
Join Nathania Bowe, BSc (Hons) in Psychology, and Case Manager at LEAD Institute and Member of ISSUP Bahamas National Chapter on Wednesday, 17 April 2024 for our next 'Wellness Wednesday' session. We will be delving into essential strategies for supporting individuals with personality disorders. Nathania, with her expertise and experience, brings invaluable insights to help navigate these challenges with compassion and understanding.
ISSUP Bahamas launch 'Wellness Wednesday' campaign
ISSUP Bahamas, in conjunction with the National LEAD Institute, are pleased to announce the launch of their ‘Wellness Wednesday’ campaign.
ISSUP Bahamas General Membership Meeting - 20 February 2024
Join us for the inaugural general membership meeting for ISSUP Bahamas. We invite professionals from Government, NGO's, faith-based organisations and civil society. Let us collaborate to combat drug demand and supply. For more information, please contact (242) 423-4527 or (242) 427-1090.
The meeting will take place on Tuesday, 20 February at 6 pm at Public Hospitals Authority at PHA Training Centre Centerville.
We hope to see you there!
ISSUP Bahamas Workshop on The Science of Substance Use Disorder
ISSUP Bahamas held a one-day workshop on 25 August 2023 at the Police Training College in Freeport, Grand Bahama. The workshop aimed to facilitate a collaboration platform for diverse stakeholders to explore the multi-dimensional aspects of substance use challenges and develop effective strategies to address them.
The event commenced with an opening address by Senator Hon Kirkland Russell, Deputy Director of Urban Renewal for the Northern Bahamas.