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Terence Gorski
Adolescent & Adult Relapse Prevention

Terence T. Gorski, PhD is an internationally recognized expert on substance abuse, mental health, violence and crime.  He is best known for his contribution to relapse prevention, managing chemically dependent offenders, and development of community-based teams for managing the problems of alcohol, drugs, violence, and crime.  He is a prolific author and has published numerous books and articles. www.tgorski.com/

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Stephanie Covington
Girls & Women in the Criminal Justice System

Dr. Stephanie Covington, PhD; LCSW is a clinician, author, organizational consultant, and lecturer. Recognized for her pioneering work in the area of women’s issues, Dr. Covington specializes in the development and implementation of gender-responsive services. She has conducted seminars worldwide on addiction, sexuality, families, and relationships for health professionals, business and community organizations, and recovery groups and criminal justice systems. www.stephaniecovington.com

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Dennis Daley
Adolescents & Adults with Co-occurring Disorders

Dr. Daley, PhD developed several dual disorder treatment programs, and has been involved in providing services to patients and families, program development and management for over twenty years. He has over 200 publications including books, recovery guides, journal articles and educational films on dual disorders, recovery, relapse prevention, and family issues.  He is a Chief of Addiction Medicines Services (AMS) at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (WPIC) of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA which has specialized programs for clients involved in the criminal justice system.   www.drdennisdaley.com

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Pualani Kanahele
Native Hawaiian Approaches to Substance Abuse

Pualani Kanaka`ole Kanahele is a Professor of Hawaiian Studies and Language at Hawaii Community College and president of the Edith Kanaka`ole Foundation.  She is a world renowned Hawaiian historian, cultural expert and kumu hula.  She has received numerous awards for her creativity and contributions to the fabric of cultural life in Hawaii.  Her accolades include the prestigious National Heritage Fellowship Award from the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Governors' Association Award for Distinguished Community Leader.  She is a highly sought after speaker and author of many novels, textbooks, articles and stage plays that seek to perpetuate the Native Hawaiian Culture and Language and strengthen the Native Hawaiian Community. www.edithkanakaolefoundation.org

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Other sponsors:

  • Hawaii Community College's:

    • Office of Continuing Education and Training

    • Substance Abuse Counseling Program

    • Hawaiian Studies Program

    • Administration of Justice Program 

  • Hawaii County Mayor's Office

  • Hawaii County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney

  • Drug Addiction Services of Hawaii (DASH) Hui Ho'ola O Na Nahulu O Hawaii

  • Big Island Substance Abuse Council