11:00 am
Wed Mar 13

Media’s Role in Addressing the Opioid Epidemic (OFFICIAL)

Fairmont Austin
101 Red River Street, Austin, TX, 78701
0.50km S

This is an official event. More info on badges, wristbands & priority access.

Fairmont

Congressional B

101 Red River.

Speakers

Eric Asche

Truth Initiative

Marsha Cooke

VICE Media

Roy Daiany

Google

Ashley Menschner

The Advertising Council

America’s opioid epidemic is impacting our youth and young adults at an alarming rate. It is estimated that more than 2 million Americans will suffer from addiction to prescription or illicit opioids in 2018. The fact is opioid dependence can happen after just 5 days. What role can advertising play to help raise awareness and tackle an issue that’s killing thousands of Americans every year? Come hear from the experts behind truth, one of the largest, most effective youth smoking prevention campaigns, about how they are doing just that. Alongside partners Vice, Google and the Ad Council, you will learn how effective social good campaigns can play a critical role in taking on society’s greatest crises.

Primary Entry: Platinum Badge, Interactive Badge

Secondary Entry: Music Badge, Film Badge

Format: Panel

Event Type: Session

Track: Brands & Marketing

Level: Intermediate