Hep Free NYC

Know Your Rights Webinar (Hep B Foundation)
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Know Your Rights Webinar
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM
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Description:

Join this important and empowering Know Your Rights Webinar, featuring an experienced immigrant rights lawyer from a respected social justice organization. This session will break down what rights immigrants have and how to protect themselves and their communities.
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Hep C Basics for Peer Workers (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-03 13:00 - 15:00
Hep C Basics for Peer Workers
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 1 – 3 PM
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Description:
This 2 hour training will offer peer workers information about hepatitis C and will cover basic facts about hepatitis A and B.
As a result of this training, participants will be able to:

Recall basic facts about the who is affected by hepatitis C in New York State
Recall basic facts about the functions of the liver
Describe how hepatitis C is and is not transmitted
Share information with others about viral hepatitis prevention and harm reduction strategies.
Recall recommendations regarding who should be screened for hepatitis B and C
Describe the two step testing algorithm for hepatitis C
Recall resources for HCV testing in NYS
Describe to clients the spectrum of illness for hepatitis C
Recall key facts about new treatments for hepatitis C and resources for HCV treatment in NYS
Counsel clients with hepatitis C about the importance of vaccination for hepatitis A and B, avoiding alcohol, good liver health practices and avoiding re-infection
Recall NYS AIDS Institute HCV Peer Worker competencies

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2026 NYC Council Discretionary Applications (NonProfit Help Desk)
2025-12-03 15:00 - 16:00
Get Registration Ready for 2026 NYC Council Discretionary Applications
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 3 – 4 PM
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Description:
Understand the end-to-end process of NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding, including application requirements, review timelines, and key milestones.Gain insight into tracking and managing discretionary awards, from notification of selection through to contract execution. Identify common challenges and best practices in navigating the discretionary funding and contracting process effectively.

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Training | Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-04 10:00 - 11:00
Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 10 – 11 AM
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Description:
This virtual training will teach you how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose using naloxone and provide information on how to access free naloxone.
The training runs for approximately one hour and kits can be mailed to attendees upon request following the training.
Please note: Kits can only be mailed to addresses within the five boroughs of New York City.
To access kits outside of NYC, please visit here.
Once you have registered for the training, you will receive a few follow-up emails from NYC Health Department via Zoom:

Immediately after you register: Registration confirmation email with log-in information
One (1) day and one (1) hour before the training: Training reminder emails

If it is the day before the training and you did not receive an email with the Zoom log-in information, you should reach out to us at naloxone@health.nyc.gov. Please check your spam folder before reaching out, as emails from NYC Health Department may have mistakenly sorted into your spam folder.
Please note: Organizations may register key staff members to be trained, but no more than two naloxone kits will be issued per organization (individuals may still get their own kit for personal use if they would like).
Please do not share the link as seats are limited and log-in information is unique to the registrant.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) Staff: If your organization is a registered OOPP and you would like to be trained in DISPENSING naloxone, this is not the right training to take. Please contact us by emailing naloxone@health.nyc.gov to receive the Training of Dispensers (TOD) calendar.
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ACIP Meeting on Hep B Vaccine (CDC)
2025-12-05 08:00 - 17:00
ACIP Meeting on Hep B Vaccine

Friday, December 5, 2025 | 8 AM – 5 PM
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Description:

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is meeting to deliberate on childhood vaccine recommendations, including the universal Hep B birth dose recommendation.
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Understanding the Hep A through D Spectrum & its Role in Liver Cancer (NASTAD & Prevent Cancer Foundation)
2025-12-09 16:00 - 17:00
Understanding the Hep A through D Spectrum & its Role in Liver Cancer
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 4 – 5 PM

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Description:

Overview of Hep A, B, C, and D and their links to liver cancer and updates on evidence-based practices in screening and early detection. This session will also highlight disparities in viral hepatitis and liver cancer diagnoses and outcomes among populations at increased risk.
You need to register as a member. Once registered and logged in, you can find the webinar under events.
Questions? Contact Isabel Lechuga at rlechuga@nastad.org
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Training | Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-10 10:00 - 11:00
Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 10 – 11 AM
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Description:
This virtual training will teach you how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose using naloxone and provide information on how to access free naloxone.
The training runs for approximately one hour and kits can be mailed to attendees upon request following the training.
Please note: Kits can only be mailed to addresses within the five boroughs of New York City.
To access kits outside of NYC, please visit here.
Once you have registered for the training, you will receive a few follow-up emails from NYC Health Department via Zoom:

Immediately after you register: Registration confirmation email with log-in information
One (1) day and one (1) hour before the training: Training reminder emails

If it is the day before the training and you did not receive an email with the Zoom log-in information, you should reach out to us at naloxone@health.nyc.gov. Please check your spam folder before reaching out, as emails from NYC Health Department may have mistakenly sorted into your spam folder.
Please note: Organizations may register key staff members to be trained, but no more than two naloxone kits will be issued per organization (individuals may still get their own kit for personal use if they would like).
Please do not share the link as seats are limited and log-in information is unique to the registrant.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) Staff: If your organization is a registered OOPP and you would like to be trained in DISPENSING naloxone, this is not the right training to take. Please contact us by emailing naloxone@health.nyc.gov to receive the Training of Dispensers (TOD) calendar.
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Free Hep B Screening (Korean Community Services)
2025-12-11 08:30 - 11:30
Free Hep B Screening
Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 8:30 – 11:30 AM
KCS at Bayside, 203-05 32nd Ave, Bayside, NY 11361
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Description:
Korean Community Services (KCS) is providing free Hep B screenings at KCS at Bayside. With just one simple blood test, you can check for Hep B and antibody retention!
KCS Liver Health Team is seeking meaningful stories from those living with Hep B. Participants who take part in a relaxed one-on-one conversation will receive a $100 gift card. Your experience can lead to greater understanding and positive change.
Other KCS Check Hep B Program services are:

Support for blood tests including DNA testing
Support for liver cancer screening
Free vaccination guide for Hep B
Support for consultations with medical providers
Accompaniment to appointment and interpretation services

For more information, please call 718-939-6137 (English) or (917-285-4164 (Korean)
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Training | NYC Council Discretionary Funding (NonProfit Help Desk)
2025-12-11 14:00 - 15:00
NYC Council Discretionary Funding
Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 2 – 3 PM
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Description:
In this workshop, learn about the NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding application process, the timeline to receive funding if you are selected, and the organizational capacity necessary to apply and manage a reimbursement grant. The webinar will also walk you through the step-by-step process of how to apply in the portal, and provide insights on which initiatives may be a good fit for your organization.
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Hep B United Coalition Monthly Call
2025-12-11 15:00 - 16:00
Hep B United Coalition Monthly Call
Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 3 – 4 PM
Email Frank or Shreya to RSVP
Description:
Hep B Foundation, in partnership with AAPCHO (Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations), created and co-chairs Hep B United, a national coalition of 30+ member coalitions in 26 cities and 15 states, that are working to address Hep B in their local communities. With our leadership, Hep B United members are finding success in bringing together key stakeholders such as community-based organizations, healthcare providers, hospitals and clinics, state and local health departments, student groups, and elected officials and community leaders to increase Hep B awareness, screening, vaccination and linkage to care in high-risk communities.
To learn more about Hep B United, visit www.hepbunited.org.
Join Hep B United Monthly Coalition Call by emailing Frank Hood at frank.hood@hepb.org or Shreya at shreya.koirala@hepb.org.

Trauma & Its Impact on Clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-12 13:00 - 15:00
Trauma & Its Impact on Clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C

Friday, December 12, 2025 | 1 – 3 PM

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Description:

This two-hour webinar will introduce providers to trauma and the impact on clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C. This course will review the definition of trauma and trauma informed care.
At the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Define trauma and list examples of trauma that clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C encounter
Describe the ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Study and its importance to providers
Define trauma informed care
List at least 5 triggers that may re-traumatize clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C

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Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP) Monthly Meeting
2025-12-15 13:00 - 14:00
Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP) Meeting
Monday, December 15 | 1 – 2 PM
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Description:
The National Alliance of State & Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) convenes the Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP), a national coalition based in Washington, D.C. that includes community-based organizations, public health and provider associations, national hepatitis and HIV organizations, and diagnostic, pharmaceutical, & biotechnology companies nationwide.
HAP works with federal policymakers in Congress & the Executive branch and with public health officials to increase federal support & funding for hepatitis prevention, testing, education, research, surveillance, and treatment.

Hepatitis B Functional Cure (World Hepatitis Alliance)
2025-12-16 05:00 - 06:00
Hepatitis B Functional Cure: What does it mean and how close are we to reaching it?

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 | 5:00 – 6:00 AM

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Description:

New innovations are bringing us closer than ever to a functional cure for hepatitis B, which could be transformative for people living with hepatitis B. Given the new advancements in research, the World Hepatitis Alliance is hosting a webinar to provide an overview of what a functional cure is and the science driving its development. The webinar will explore the types of treatment that are currently in the clinical pipeline and what achieving a functional cure could mean for people living with hepatitis B.
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Sierra Leone’s Progress Toward Hepatitis B Elimination (Hep B Foundation)
2025-12-16 09:00 - 10:00
Sierra Leone’s Progress Toward Hepatitis B Elimination

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 | 9 AM

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Description:

This session will highlight Sierra Leone’s remarkable progress toward hepatitis B elimination, showcasing both national-level milestones and the powerful community-led efforts driving change on the ground. Speakers will present findings from the national hepatitis B serosurvey, offering critical insights into prevalence, immunity, and priority populations for action. The webinar will also introduce the newly developed national hepatitis B treatment and prevention guidelines and outline the country’s strategic plan for elimination — a coordinated framework that aligns evidence, policy, and implementation to meet national and global targets.
In addition to these system-level updates, the session will feature a spotlight on community engagement and advocacy. The KnowHep Foundation will illustrate how grassroots leadership, local innovation, and patient-centered outreach are essential components of Sierra Leone’s elimination efforts. Together, the presentations will illuminate how national strategy and community action are working hand in hand to move Sierra Leone closer to hepatitis B elimination.
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Training | Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:00
Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone
Thursday, December 16, 2025 | 6 – 7 PM
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Description:
This virtual training will teach you how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose using naloxone and provide information on how to access free naloxone.
The training runs for approximately one hour and kits can be mailed to attendees upon request following the training.
Please note: Kits can only be mailed to addresses within the five boroughs of New York City.
To access kits outside of NYC, please visit here.
Once you have registered for the training, you will receive a few follow-up emails from NYC Health Department via Zoom:

Immediately after you register: Registration confirmation email with log-in information
One (1) day and one (1) hour before the training: Training reminder emails

If it is the day before the training and you did not receive an email with the Zoom log-in information, you should reach out to us at naloxone@health.nyc.gov. Please check your spam folder before reaching out, as emails from NYC Health Department may have mistakenly sorted into your spam folder.
Please note: Organizations may register key staff members to be trained, but no more than two naloxone kits will be issued per organization (individuals may still get their own kit for personal use if they would like).
Please do not share the link as seats are limited and log-in information is unique to the registrant.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) Staff: If your organization is a registered OOPP and you would like to be trained in DISPENSING naloxone, this is not the right training to take. Please contact us by emailing naloxone@health.nyc.gov to receive the Training of Dispensers (TOD) calendar.
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Opioid Agonist Maintenance Treatment (OAMT) as an Essential Health Service (World Health Organization (WHO), MdM and INHSU)
2025-12-17 05:00 - 06:15
Opioid Agonist Maintenance Treatment as an Essential Health Service: Implementation Guidance on Mitigating Disruption of Services for Opioid Dependence

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | 5:00 AM – 6:15 AM

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Description:

Opioid agonist maintenance treatment (OAMT) is safe and effective for addressing a broad range of health and social issues and must be maintained without interruption, even during crises. OAMT should be integrated into national health systems to ensure stable funding, reliable access, and equitable care.
This session will present WHO recommendations for uninterrupted OAMT access, discuss the impact of service disruptions, and highlight global efforts to ensure life saving interventions for people who use drugs are maintained.
The webinar is intended for service planners, providers, policymakers, communities of people with living and lived experience, and stakeholders involved in treatment and overdose prevention programs.
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HIV & Hep C Co-infection (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-17 10:00 - 13:30
HIV & Hep C Co-infection

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | 10 AM – 1:30 PM

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Description:
This two part (3 hours total – 2 sessions that are each 1.5 hours) training is for health and human service providers who work with people living with HIV and who need updated information about HIV/Hep C co-infection in order to provide effective services to their clients. More than 25% of people living with HIV in the United States are co-infected with the Hep C virus. Among people who acquired HIV as a result of injection drug use, the rates of HIV/Hep C co-infection may be as high as 90%. Hep C screening is recommended for all persons living with HIV.
As a result of this training, participants will be able to:

Recall basic information about the liver and hepatitis C, including transmission, prevention, course of illness, screening and treatment;
Counsel their HIV positive client about the importance of knowing their Hep C status;
Describe how co-infection with HIV and Hep C affects the progression of each disease;
Recall current trends and improvements in treatment for people who are co-infected with HIV and Hep C; and
List at least three additional service needs of people with HIV who are also co-infected with Hep C.

Prerequisite: Although there is no prerequisite for this training, it is strongly recommended that participants have previous training in HIV/AIDS.
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Health Literacy in HIV, STI and Viral Hepatitis Care (NYC Health Dept)
2025-12-18 10:00 - 12:00
Health Literacy in HIV, STI and Viral Hepatitis Care – Health Literacy in Patient Care
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | 10 AM – 12 PM
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Description:

This 1.5-hour webinar will provide health and human services providers an overview of health literacy and give participants the opportunity to develop skills utilizing health literacy universal precautions to clearly communicate with patients or clients. At the completion of this training, participants will be able to apply two health literacy strategies, plain language, and the teach-back method, to their work.
Objectives:
As a result of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Define health literacy.
Recognize the health literacy disconnect in healthcare and how this affects patients and the public.
Develop plain language and teach-back facilitation skills.

Identify common concerns and challenges associated with incorporating plain language and teach-back methods with all patients.
Apply two health literacy universal precautions and plain language to their work.
Apply the teach-back method to improve communication and patient understanding.

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Training | Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone (NYC Health Dept)
2026-01-06 14:00 - 15:00
Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 | 2 – 3 PM
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Description:
This virtual training will teach you how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose using naloxone and provide information on how to access free naloxone.
The training runs for approximately one hour and kits can be mailed to attendees upon request following the training.
Please note: Kits can only be mailed to addresses within the five boroughs of New York City.
To access kits outside of NYC, please visit here.
Once you have registered for the training, you will receive a few follow-up emails from NYC Health Department via Zoom:

Immediately after you register: Registration confirmation email with log-in information
One (1) day and one (1) hour before the training: Training reminder emails

If it is the day before the training and you did not receive an email with the Zoom log-in information, you should reach out to us at naloxone@health.nyc.gov. Please check your spam folder before reaching out, as emails from NYC Health Department may have mistakenly sorted into your spam folder.
Please note: Organizations may register key staff members to be trained, but no more than two naloxone kits will be issued per organization (individuals may still get their own kit for personal use if they would like).
Please do not share the link as seats are limited and log-in information is unique to the registrant.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) Staff: If your organization is a registered OOPP and you would like to be trained in DISPENSING naloxone, this is not the right training to take. Please contact us by emailing naloxone@health.nyc.gov to receive the Training of Dispensers (TOD) calendar.
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Hep C Prevention for LGB and TGNC Individuals and Communities (NYS AIDS Institute)
2026-01-07 10:00 - 12:00
Hep C Prevention for LGB and TGNC Individuals and Communities
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Description:
This 2-hour webinar from the Regional Training Center will review the basic information about Hep C that health and human service providers should discuss with program participants who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual (LGB) or Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC).
This webinar will explore the practices that may place LGB and TGNC people at risk for Hep C transmission and identify harm reduction strategies to reduce their risk. Screening recommendations and key considerations for Hep C care and treatment in LGB and TGNC clients will be addressed.
Objectives:
1. Review basic information about Hep C prevention, transmission, screening, diagnosis, care and treatment
2. Explore Hep C risk and identify harm reduction options for LGB and TGNC health
3. Discuss the benefits of HCV testing and connection to care
4. Identify Hep C prevention messages using Harm Reduction to educate LGB and TGNC clients
5. Address common concerns that LGB and TGN clients may have regarding Hep C care and treatment
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Achieved SVR, What's Next? Hep C Post-Treatment Outcomes and Management (Clinical Education Initiative)
2026-01-07 16:00 - 17:00
Achieved SVR, What’s Next? Hep C Post-Treatment Outcomes and Management

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Description:

Objectives:

Describe outcomes after SVR, including liver disease course and progression
Describe how to manage non-cirrhotic and cirrhotic patients post-SVR
Discuss at risk populations for HCV reinfection and patient counseling strategies

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Hep B United Coalition Monthly Call
2026-01-08 15:00 - 16:00
Hep B United Coalition Monthly Call
Thursday, January 8, 2025 | 3 – 4 PM
Email Frank or Shreya to RSVP
Description:
Hep B Foundation, in partnership with AAPCHO (Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations), created and co-chairs Hep B United, a national coalition of 30+ member coalitions in 26 cities and 15 states, that are working to address Hep B in their local communities. With our leadership, Hep B United members are finding success in bringing together key stakeholders such as community-based organizations, healthcare providers, hospitals and clinics, state and local health departments, student groups, and elected officials and community leaders to increase Hep B awareness, screening, vaccination and linkage to care in high-risk communities.
To learn more about Hep B United, visit www.hepbunited.org.
Join Hep B United Monthly Coalition Call by emailing Frank Hood at frank.hood@hepb.org or Shreya at shreya.koirala@hepb.org.

2nd Annual Viral Hepatitis Advocacy 101 (NYS Hepatitis C Elimination Coalition & Hep Free NYC Advocacy Leadership)
2026-01-13 10:00 - 14:00
2nd Annual Viral Hepatitis Advocacy 101

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM

National Harm Reduction Coalition (22 West 27th Street, New York, NY 10001)
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Description:
Join the NYS Hepatitis C Elimination Coalition and Hep Free NYC Advocacy Leadership for their 2nd annual Viral Hepatitis Advocacy 101.
Join us as we prepare for the upcoming New York State and New York City’s 2026 Legislative season. We’ll share a brief explanation of our priorities and funding asks as well as a quick “how to training” and best practices for effective advocacy!
Contact Jose at 718-223-0102
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Training | Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone (NYC Health Dept)
2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:00
Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 6 – 7 PM
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Description:
This virtual training will teach you how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose using naloxone and provide information on how to access free naloxone.
The training runs for approximately one hour and kits can be mailed to attendees upon request following the training.
Please note: Kits can only be mailed to addresses within the five boroughs of New York City.
To access kits outside of NYC, please visit here.
Once you have registered for the training, you will receive a few follow-up emails from NYC Health Department via Zoom:

Immediately after you register: Registration confirmation email with log-in information
One (1) day and one (1) hour before the training: Training reminder emails

If it is the day before the training and you did not receive an email with the Zoom log-in information, you should reach out to us at naloxone@health.nyc.gov. Please check your spam folder before reaching out, as emails from NYC Health Department may have mistakenly sorted into your spam folder.
Please note: Organizations may register key staff members to be trained, but no more than two naloxone kits will be issued per organization (individuals may still get their own kit for personal use if they would like).
Please do not share the link as seats are limited and log-in information is unique to the registrant.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) Staff: If your organization is a registered OOPP and you would like to be trained in DISPENSING naloxone, this is not the right training to take. Please contact us by emailing naloxone@health.nyc.gov to receive the Training of Dispensers (TOD) calendar.
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Training | NYC Council Discretionary Funding (NonProfit Help Desk)
2026-01-14 18:30 - 19:30
NYC Council Discretionary Funding: What Is It & How to Apply?
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM
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Description:
In this workshop, learn about NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding: the application process, the timeline to receive funding if you are selected, and the organizational capacity necessary to apply and manage a reimbursement grant. The webinar will also walk you through the step-by-step process of how to apply in the portal and provide insights on which initiatives may be a good fit for your organization
Presenter:
Tamara Keshecki, MPP, MM is the founding principal of AINOK Consulting, LLC which has secured over $27M for clients since its inception in 2020.
Objectives:
As a result of this webinar, participants will learn:
1. What is NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding?
2. Is NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding a good fit for your organization?
3. Does your organization have the necessary organizational and financial capacity to manage a reimbursement grant?
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Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP) Monthly Meeting
2026-01-19 13:00 - 14:00
Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP) Meeting
Monday, January 19 | 1 – 2 PM
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Description:
The National Alliance of State & Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) convenes the Hepatitis Appropriations Partnership (HAP), a national coalition based in Washington, D.C. that includes community-based organizations, public health and provider associations, national hepatitis and HIV organizations, and diagnostic, pharmaceutical, & biotechnology companies nationwide.
HAP works with federal policymakers in Congress & the Executive branch and with public health officials to increase federal support & funding for hepatitis prevention, testing, education, research, surveillance, and treatment.

Training | Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone in Spanish (NYC Health Dept)
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:00
Overdose Prevention & Response with Naloxone Training (in Spanish)
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | 10 – 11 AM
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Description:
This virtual training will teach you how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose using naloxone and provide information on how to access free naloxone.
The training runs for approximately one hour and kits can be mailed to attendees upon request following the training.
Please note: Kits can only be mailed to addresses within the five boroughs of New York City.
To access kits outside of NYC, please visit here.
Once you have registered for the training, you will receive a few follow-up emails from NYC Health Department via Zoom:

Immediately after you register: Registration confirmation email with log-in information
One (1) day and one (1) hour before the training: Training reminder emails

If it is the day before the training and you did not receive an email with the Zoom log-in information, you should reach out to us at naloxone@health.nyc.gov. Please check your spam folder before reaching out, as emails from NYC Health Department may have mistakenly sorted into your spam folder.
Please note: Organizations may register key staff members to be trained, but no more than two naloxone kits will be issued per organization (individuals may still get their own kit for personal use if they would like).
Please do not share the link as seats are limited and log-in information is unique to the registrant.
Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) Staff: If your organization is a registered OOPP and you would like to be trained in DISPENSING naloxone, this is not the right training to take. Please contact us by emailing naloxone@health.nyc.gov to receive the Training of Dispensers (TOD) calendar.
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Training | NYC Council Discretionary Funding (NonProfit Help Desk)
2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:00
NYC Council Discretionary Funding: What Is It & How to Apply?
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 | 10 – 11 AM
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Description:
In this workshop, learn about NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding: the application process, the timeline to receive funding if you are selected, and the organizational capacity necessary to apply and manage a reimbursement grant. The webinar will also walk you through the step-by-step process of how to apply in the portal and provide insights on which initiatives may be a good fit for your organization.
Presenter:
Tamara Keshecki, MPP, MM is the founding principal of AINOK Consulting, LLC which has secured over $27M for clients since its inception in 2020.
Objectives:
In this workshop, learn about:
1. NYC Council Discretionary Expense Funding: the application process, the timeline to receive funding if you are selected, and the organizational capacity necessary to apply and manage a reimbursement grant.
2. The step-by-step process of how to apply in the portal, and provide insights on which initiatives may be a good fit for your organization.
RSVP

Trauma & Its Impact on Clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C (NYC Health Dept)
2026-01-21 10:00 - 12:00
Trauma & Its Impact on Clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
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Description:
This two-hour webinar will introduce providers to trauma and the impact on clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C. This course will review the definition of trauma and trauma informed care.
Objectives:

At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Define trauma and list examples of trauma that clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C encounter
Describe the ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Study and its importance to providers
Define trauma informed care
List at least 5 triggers that may re-traumatize clients with HIV/STIs/Hep C

RSVP

HIV & Hep C Co-infection (NYC Health Dept)
2026-01-21 10:00 - 12:00
HIV & Hep C Co-infection
Wednesday, January 21, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
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Description:
This two part (3 hours total – 2 sessions that are each 1.5 hours) training is for health and human service providers who work with people living with HIV and who need updated information about HIV/Hep C co-infection in order to provide effective services to their clients. More than 25% of people living with HIV in the United States are co-infected with Hep C. Among people who acquired HIV as a result of injection drug use, the rates of HIV/Hep C co-infection may be as high as 90%. Hep C screening is recommended for all persons living with HIV.
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