Session Description: Prevention, harm reduction, and recovery may seem like opposing approaches, but they share the common goal of reducing harm and building healthier communities. When we break down silos and collaborate rather than drawing lines in the sand, we create meaningful resources, reduce triggers for those in treatment and recovery, and delay the onset of use for youth.

Learning Objectives:

• Increase Knowledge base for all partners and key stakeholders in the Continuum of Care
• Define the difference between Universal, Selected and Indicative prevention and Harm Reduction
• Identify ways prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery can strategically work together to reduce stigma and strengthen overall programming
  

Effective leadership is the cornerstone of success in the mental health and substance use disorder field, where challenges are complex and the stakes are high. This workshop dives into the diverse leadership styles that drive impactful change and innovation in these critical areas of care. 

Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, participants will: 

• Explore key leadership styles—transformational, servant, collaborative, and others—and their relevance to mental health and substance disorder settings. 
• Examine how leadership approaches influence team dynamics, service delivery, and outcomes for individuals and families. 
• Reflect on their own leadership strengths and areas for growth, identifying actionable strategies to enhance their effectiveness as leaders. 

Whether you’re a clinician, program director, advocate, or peer leader, this session will equip you with the insights and tools to lead with purpose, compassion, and resilience in a field that depends on strong, adaptable leadership. Join us to learn how to inspire teams, build community partnerships, and make a lasting impact in the lives of those you serve. 

Objectives: 

1. Understand Leadership Styles: Explore key leadership styles and their impact on teams, service delivery, and outcomes in the mental health and substance use disorder field. 
2. Identify Personal Leadership Strengths: Reflect on individual leadership approaches to recognize strengths and areas for growth. 
3. Develop Actionable Leadership Strategies: Learn practical tools and techniques to inspire teams, foster collaboration, and drive positive change in mental health and substance use services

Presentation Material:

What is my color?

Kym Laube
Executive Director, HUGS, Inc

Kym Laube is the Executive Director of Human Understanding Growth Services, Inc. (HUGS, Inc.), bringing over 33 years of expertise in substance prevention and advocacy. Since 2002, she has led the organization in providing comprehensive prevention services and recovery support while championing policy changes at local, state, and national levels. A nationally recognized speaker and trainer, Kym engages over 30,000 individuals annually with her dynamic and interactive presentations. Her dedication extends beyond her role, having served on the NYS Governor’s Opiate Task Force to influence critical statewide reforms. With over 34 years in personal recovery, she remains committed to empowering individuals to create positive change, all while enjoying life in Westhampton Beach with her family and many dogs.