Chemsex and Sexualized Substance Use: Supporting Health, Safety, and Engagement
June 10, 2026JUNE 30, 2026 | 1:00PM EASTERN • This panel discussion on chemsex or sexualized substance use, will explore the social and cultural contexts in which chemsex occurs, associated health considerations, and practical strategies for engaging individuals in affirming, nonjudgmental, and responsive ways.
Complementary and Integrative Approaches in Substance Use Care
June 8, 2026June 24, 2026 • 12:00pm Easstern | This training introduces complementary and integrative practices that can support individuals navigating substance use, including mindfulness, body-based approaches, and culturally grounded care models.
Beyond the Charge: Understanding HIV Criminalization
July 22, 2026 @ 12pm Eastern | This webinar examines the current landscape of HIV criminalization, including how laws are applied and their impact on individuals and communities. It explores the intersections of stigma and the legal system, while highlighting disparities in enforcement and outcomes.
Affirming Care for Immigrant Communities: Building Inclusive and Responsive Services
June 3, 2026This session equips participants with tools to create affirming, inclusive services for immigrant communities with a focus on respect, access, and trust across Maryland’s service systems.
Trauma-Informed Care: Practical Tools for the HIV Prevention Workforce
May 28, 2026This webinar provides an overview of trauma-informed care and its application across clinical and programmatic HIV settings. Participants will explore how trauma impacts health behaviors, engagement in care, and service delivery, and will be introduced to practical, evidence-informed tools that can be integrated into everyday practice.
Sex Work, Health, and Safety: Building Trust Through Community Engagement
This webinar will focus on the intersection of sex work, health access, and community safety. Participants will explore trust-building strategies and engagement approaches that support autonomy, reduce stigma, and promote safer service environments.
Real Talk, Real Impact: HIV Prevention and Sex Work
May 8, 2026This webinar explores the intersection of sex work, access to healthcare, and community safety. Participants will learn practical strategies for building trust, engaging respectfully, and supporting autonomy while working to reduce stigma and create safer, more inclusive service environments.
Insights from HealthHIV’s Fifth Annual State of Aging with HIV™ National Survey
May 6, 2026Findings from the recently-fielded HealthHIV State of Aging with HIV™ Fifth Annual National Survey were presented during this webinar on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Creating Stigma-Free Services: Clinical Settings
April 23, 2026This session focuses on reducing stigma in clinical settings serving people at risk of overdose, with an emphasis on improving patient experience, strengthening provider communication, and implementing systems-level changes that enhance engagement, retention in care, and overall health outcomes across Maryland.
Ketamine and Psychedelic Substances in Practice: What Providers and Communities Need to Know
April 15, 2026This advanced session explores the evolving landscape of ketamine and other psychedelic substances as they appear in clinical settings, community conversations, and personal use. Participants will examine current evidence, emerging models of care, ethical considerations, and how providers can engage in informed, nonjudgmental conversations while navigating Maryland’s legal and clinical context.
Drugs in Our Community: How They Are Taken and the Effects They Have
February 24, 2026This 90 minute webinar offers a comprehensive overview of the common drugs used within our communities. Explore the range of substances used, as well as the variety of methods of how they’re taken. Participants will learn the risks associated with various methods of intake and associated behaviors, as well as health related risks including HIV and Hepatitis.
Enhancing Care for Migrant Clients Living with HIV: Strategies for Support and Access
February 11, 2026This webinar will provide practical strategies to strengthen care and access for migrant clients affected by HIV, with a primary focus on African migrant communities.
