Community Events
UNM’s OCH Free Professional Development Trainings (monthly)
These trainings are free and open to all health workers—two CHW CEUs per training.
November 3, 2026 : 1:30-3:30 MT—Connecting to Support: NM Behavioral Health Toolkit
This training provides an overview of key New Mexico behavioral health resources, including 988, the Crisis and Access Line, mobile crisis services, and peer support programs. Participants will learn how these services operate and how to utilize them to support individuals, loved ones, and communities.
Facilitators: Rosella Sanchez, Paul Galloway, Claire Carmony, LCSW
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December 1, 2026 : 1:30-3:30 MT—The Basics of Street Medicine and Mental Health
This expert-led training introduces professionals to Street Medicine, focusing on person-centered care for unsheltered individuals facing mental health, substance use, and trauma-related challenges. Participants will gain practical tools for harm reduction, provider and client safety, and ethical engagement in street-based settings. By prioritizing trust and dignity over compliance, the course equips providers to navigate complex, non-traditional care environments effectively.
Facilitator: Liz Frye, MD, MPH
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