International Overdose Awareness Day
Aug. 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. See local events happening below.
Overdose Reversal and Prevention Training
Wednesday, August 31, noon - 1 p.m.
Missoula Public Library, Cooper Room B 402
Learn about ways to combat the opioid overdose crisis in our community. In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day (August 31), the Missoula Prescription Drug Task Force will be holding a FREE Overdose Reversal and Prevention training at the Missoula Public Library (and over Zoom)
Note: Free Narcan will be provided. No lunch will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
To attend: If attending in person, just show up. Please click here to register ahead of time if you plan on attending online.
Facebook Event Page
- Informational Table: 4-10 p.m. - University of Montana, on the Oval in front of Main Hall
UM Students for Sensible Drug Policy will have a table with overdose information and free Narcan provided.
Overdose Awareness Day Film Screening and Discussion
Wednesday, August 31 @ 6 p.m.
UC Theater, University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive
All Nations Health Center and the Missoula Prescription Drug Task Force are hosting a FREE screening of the film Kímmapiiyipitssini: The Meaning of Empathy. Follow filmmaker Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers as she creates an intimate portrait of her community and the impacts of the substance use and overdose epidemic. There will be a panel discussion and Narcan training. To attend: No registration required
See a preview of the film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmbaZdnpZkU
Main Hall Lighting, the University of Montana
Wednesday, August 31 @ 8 p.m.
Main Hall, the University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive
Join us to see UM's Main Hall turn purple for International Overdose Awareness Day. No fee or registration required to attend this campus event.
"The world’s annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind."
Time to Remember. Time to Act.
UM Pharmacy Students will be available to provide information about opioids and overdoses.
First Friday at The Center
Friday, Sept. 2
Western Montana's LGBTQ+ Community Center, 127 N. Higgins
UM Pharmacy Students will be available to provide information about opioids and overdoses.
