Training, conferences, and networking events for Peer Support Professionals
N.A.P.S. members can submit events to the calendar.
As peers with lived and/or living experiences, we must recognize the courage that comes with exploring job fields and establishing career paths. Although there is a rise of support for employing peers, there are still limitations to retaining and sustaining peer roles. The purpose of this workshop is to explore the rising interest of employing...
This session will focus on navigating through judgement when providing peer support. We’ll talk about strategies to remain curious with the people we’re supporting, why it’s important to move through...
The NY-PAN Advisory Board consists of a selected group of individuals representing a diverse range of peer support credentials and regions across New York State. These members provide guidance and insights to help shape the direction of the New York Peer Advancement Network. Please note that this is a closed meeting, and participation is limited...
In part 1 of this 3-part series for peer specialists working in emergency psychiatric settings, participants will explore some of the foundational values for peer support workers as they apply...
This session will explore alternative ways to provide peer support to people who are experiencing a crisis. This will focus on honoring self-identification of crisis, remaining neutral, and de-centering ourselves...
Topic: How to Build and Cultivate a Peer Network Within Your Community Description: This training will go over the steps to build a peer network in your community. Peer networks provide an opportunity for connection, growth, and collaboration amongst those working in peer spaces. Trainer: Matt Peterson The purpose of this training series is to...
Topic: Leading the Way with the National Association of Peer Supporters Description: During this meeting the Executive Director and Board President of N.A.P.S. will chat about the future of N.A.P.S. and peer support in the United States including ways to coalesce the peer movement. Bring your questions about N.A.P.S, ways to get involved, and all...
The NYPAN Networking Meeting is a regular informal drop-in space for peer specialists and advocates from across the state to come together to exchange insights, experiences, and opportunities with each other, while also providing and receiving mutual support. Meetings will continue to take place the third Wednesday of each month from 4pm to 5pm (Exception: October meeting...
The NY-PAN Advisory Board consists of a selected group of individuals representing a diverse range of peer support credentials and regions across New York State. These members provide guidance and insights to help shape the direction of the New York Peer Advancement Network. Please note that this is a closed meeting, and participation is limited...
This session will look at ways to support people who want to die while remaining focused on the alternative aspects of peer support. This includes ways to honor bodily autonomy, self-determination, and self-identification of danger and safety. Trainer: Kirill Staklo Subject Matter Expert: Steven Henry About ECHO: The purpose of this ECHO series is to...
This session will focus on strategies to ensure that we’re honoring the wants and needs of youth we’re supporting. It will include ways to support youth self-determination while navigating sometimes ethically gray areas. Trainer: Bonnie Stribling Subject Matter Expert: Kristin Rivera About ECHO: The purpose of this ECHO series is to create the opportunity for...
Topic: Peer-Led Alternatives Training: Peer Run Organizational Development Description: In this training, you will learn how to build and sustain a peer-run organization from the ground up. We will cover the basics of running and strengthening your peer organization in the most effective and culturally responsive manner. You will learn about the history of peers...