Promoting public awareness of Appalachian cultural heritage, the public health syndemic in Appalachia, issues of substance use disorder in Appalachia, and the education of consumers and providers on health technologies to address the syndemic in Appalachia by means of public advocacy; Job Placement, namely, training and placement services through workforce development partners, providing and connecting people with GED preparation and testing, connecting people with vocational and technical training opportunities, and providing paid internships to college students and people changing careers

Arranging and conducting symposia in the field of Appalachian cultural heritage, the public health syndemic in Appalachia, issues of substance use disorder in Appalachia, and the education of consumers and providers on health technologies to address the syndemic in Appalachia