Grief to Action: Families Shaping the Nation’s Response to Addiction

Join us for a conversation with family members who have been affected by overdose and substance use disorder. Hear how they have moved from grief to action in the wake of their loss. These individuals have dedicated their lives to confronting the addiction and mental health crisis impacting families and communities every day.

Panel members include Ed Ternan, who co-founded Song for Charlie with his wife, Mary, after their son Charlie tragically lost his life due to a counterfeit prescription pill. Gina Malagold lost her brother Dylan to a counterfeit prescription pill in July 2020 and now works to prevent other families from experiencing the same pain. After losing his brother, comedian Chris Farley, to addiction, Tom Farley has devoted his life to prevention and recovery.

After the discussion, join panel members and other members of the addiction policy field, including current Georgetown students and alumni, for a gathering to connect and explore how we can curb overdose deaths and foster a culture of recovery.