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| About | Additional Information |
| Timeline | Meet the Team |
| Program Benefits | Contact Information |
| Scholar Information | Frequently Asked Questions |
| Near Peer Information |
REACH 2.0 is an immersive training experience in evidenced-based culturally informed addiction health care practices. Funded through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Minority Fellowship Program (MPF), REACH 2.0 provides training and mentorship to 20 scholars and 20 near peers each year over the next five years.
Scholars are paired with both a traditional mentor and a Near Peer Mentor. The mentor, with many years of experience in Addiction Medicine (AM) or Addiction Psychiatry (AP), plays a conventional mentorship role. The Near Peer Mentor is a practitioner who has previously participated in the REACH Program or a similar mentorship program and is slightly further along in their academic or professional journey.
Both the mentor and Near Peer provide guidance, support, and mentorship, each bringing their unique experiences. Near Peer Mentors offer a relatable perspective, having more recently navigated similar challenges and experiences. This dynamic triad fosters collaboration, shared learning, and mutual encouragement creating an environment that is both accessible and inspiring for the scholar.
Timeline
- April 18, 2025: Near Peer Application Deadline Extended
- April 23, 2025: Scholar Application Deadline Extended
- April 2025: Announce the 2025/2026 Scholars and Near Peers
- April 2025: Near Peer Program Begins
- July 2025: Scholar Program Begins
Program Benefits
Scholar Information
Please attach your Letters of Recommendation and Participation Agreements to your application prior to submitting.
See the Scholar FAQ for details on eligibility and criteria.
Click here to view the Scholar Application Guide.
Scholars - Apply Now!
Near Peer Information
Near peers should have completed at least 1 year in the workforce but less than five years out of training. Please attach your Letters of Recommendation and Participation Agreements to your application prior to submitting.
See the Near Peer FAQ for details on eligibility and criteria.
Click here to view the Near Peer Application Guide.
Near Peers - Apply Now!
Near Peer Programming
The Near Peers will begin their programming with training in Denver, Colorado, on April 24th from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM and April 25th from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Additionally, they will participate in monthly webinar meetings, scheduled on the following dates at 2:00 PM Central Time:
- April 23, 2025
- May 28, 2025
- June 25, 2025
- July 23, 2025
- August 27, 2025
- September 24, 2025
- October 22, 2025
- November 26, 2025
- December 24, 2025
- January 28, 2026
- February 25, 2026
- March 25, 2026
- April 22, 2026
Additional Meetings:
Health & Liberation Sessions (Tentative): These hourly sessions are planned to occur quarterly. Once dates are confirmed, we will share the schedule with ample notice.
Near Peers are responsible for meeting with their assigned Scholar at least 4 times per month. Once the meeting dates are established, Near Peers must share these dates with the Program Manager as soon as possible.
Additional Information
ACAAM is proud to partner with Baylor College of Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Yale University School of Medicine, to support the next generation of addiction medicine and addiction psychiatry physicians.
REACH 2.0 aligns with ACAAM’s dedication to fostering a welcoming environment within academic addiction medicine. Learn more.
Meet the Team
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Carly Reisner Executive Director ACAAM |
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Denisha Brown Program Manager ACAAM |
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Ayana Jordan, MD PhD Barbara Wilson Associate Professor of Psychiatry NYU Grossman School of Medicine |
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Daryl Shorter, MD Associate Professor Baylor College of Medicine |
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Jeanette Tetrault, MD FACP FASAM Professor of Medicine Yale University School of Medicine |
Questions?
Email: [email protected]
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Explore the REACH 2.0 Scholar FAQ or Near Peer FAQ to find answers to common questions and prepare for the application process.