May 2026 Partnership Convening: Unregulated Intoxicants in NH: Kratom, Inhalants, and other “Convenience Store” Substances

Join us at the next convening on Friday, May 15, 2026 from 10:00 – 11:30 am where we explore a new and growing category of dangerous substances available for purchase in gas stations and convenience stores across the state. Many of these products are marketed to young people as being natural, safe, or beneficial to health or performance. It is critically important to include information about these products in our prevention efforts and support policy efforts that limit youth access.

In this session, our expert panel of public health professionals will:

• Give an introduction to these readily-available substances, their impacts on people who use them, and how to recognize them.
• Discuss NH and national data trends.
• Share current policy efforts underway in local communities.
• Share resources and next steps on what partners can do to increase knowledge and awareness among youth and families around this emerging issue.

Agenda and Speakers

10:00am – Welcome

10:05am – Dr. Mashal Khan, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine will cover why these substances are attractive to young people and how they impact health.

10:40am – Ben Williams, Lieutenant, NH Liquor Commission, will share context around the situation in New Hampshire stores.

10:50am – Katy Shea Morgan, Technical Assistance Center Director at Growth Partners, NH TAC will share the collaborative process that has taken place in New Hampshire on this issue.

11:00am – Kate Frey, Vice President of Advocacy at New Futures will provide an update of proposed legislation this session in NH.

11:15am – Partner Updates

Register now!

Why attend?
Whether you are new to prevention or a seasoned professional, you’ll connect with people and find resources to foster flourishing within your family, workplace, school or community. Certified Prevention Specialists earn CEUs.