District Conference

 
 
District 7780
 
 
May 19-21, 2017
Rockport, ME
 
This year’s District Conference setting at the beautiful Samoset Resort in Rockport, ME will undoubtedly be a memorable experience for all involved.  This 230 acre historic resort along the scenic rocky coast of Penobscott Bay will be host to a very informative and motivational conference with the focus being on a critical issue facing us in New England and across the United States: Heroin.  The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) calls it, “a crisis of historic proportions” as it is revealed that 44 people a DAY die in the United States from opioid overdose. 
 
We will have a multi-faceted panel discussion consisting of experts in the field of substance use disorders and recovery, law enforcement officials and Rotarians to speak on the current status of the crisis, available resources, and as to what clubs within our District are already working on as it relates to the prevention of substance use.  In addition we will hear what we as Rotarians can do and become a major proponent in the fight against heroin and substance use disorders.
 
Later that day you will hear from our inspiring keynote speaker Andrew Kiezulas, a young man in long-term recovery who will share his compelling life story; the trials and tragedy; the transitions and triumphs through hope and recovery.   Andrew, along with our panel discussion will offer hope and a new perspective of addiction with the goal of inspiring Rotarians and clubs within and beyond our district to TAKE ACTION as these efforts fall within four of the six areas of focus: PROMOTING PEACE, FIGHTING DISEASE, SAVING MOTHERS & CHILDREN and GROWING LOCAL ECONOMIES.  We look forward to seeing you in May!
 
Submitted by: Chief Robert Mckenzie, Kennebunk Police Department,
Kennebunk Rotary Club
 
For more details go to the District Conference page.