Georgetown University
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.
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time: 2 – 3:30 p.m. EST
Reception follows at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Copley Formal Lounge, Georgetown University (Copley Hall, 3700 O St NW, Washington, DC 20057)
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.
Opening Remarks: Alexander Sens, Dean, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Georgetown University
Featuring:
- Tom Farley (B’85), Community Outreach Director, Recovery.com
- Gina Malagold (M.S. Addiction Policy & Practice ’22), Director of Multicultural Affairs, Song for Charlie
- Ed Ternan, President, Song for Charlie
Moderated by: Regina LaBelle (L’92), Professor, Program Director, Master of Science in Addiction Policy & Practice; Distinguished Scholar, the O’Neill Institute, Georgetown Law
By registering for this event, you acknowledge that photography will occur and images may be used for promotional purposes.
Accommodation requests related to a disability should be sent to the O’Neill Communications Team (oneillcomms@georgetown.edu) by March 6. A good-faith effort will be made to fulfill requests.