Horizontal Overview Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP) and the Institute of Alcohol Studies (IAS) are co-hosting a four part seminar series to discuss issues relating to men and alcohol. Each session will be chaired by an expert in the field who will invite three guest speakers to present their personal responses to three pre-set questions, which are relevant to the topic. These events will provide an opportunity for policy makers, academics, activists, and media representatives to discuss critically topics related to men and alcohol use. The intention is to stimulate thinking, challenge some attitudes and perceptions, and to think about future research and policy priorities. A summary of the discussions from the seminars will be collated into a report, which will be disseminated after the events. This series follows the women and alcohol seminar series held in 2017, the report for which can be found here. This is the first event of the series, entitled Men, Alcohol and Identity. This is a FREE event which will take place on September 2nd at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh from 14:00-16:00. Experts with backgrounds in medicine, media, politics and the third sector will participate in a panel discussion guided by the following questions: What role does alcohol play in identity construction for men? How does men’s alcohol use interact with factors such as race, culture, and class? What alternatives to alcohol exist for men’s identity construction? Further Information This event is open to all and is FREE. A professional photographer may be in attendance at this event. Photographs may be used by the College in digital and printed publicity material. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let a member of staff know at the registration desk. Access As a listed building, the College has restricted disabled access. A wheelchair lift is provided at the rear of the College giving access to the main historic rooms. For further information and assistance please contact the RCPE Co-ordinator responsible for the event. An induction loop system is available in the Great Hall. Accommodation and Directions to the College The College has negotiated special rates with a number of local hotels. Parking is available on street (metered) or at the Omni Centre car park, 10 minute's walk from the College. Bicycle racks are available for cyclists at the door to 8 Queen Street. For access to further bicycle racks, please ask at reception. Plan a cycle journey here with CycleStreets! Local walking routes Three short walks can be enjoyed from the College. So if you are visiting us, why not explore the local area. Details can be found at Medal Routes. Commercial Sponsorship Many events are supported by commercial companies taking stand space. Health professionals and NHS managers are invited to visit the company stands during the breaks. Companies interested in sponsoring this, or other events listed on the Calendar, should contact the Co-ordinator responsible for the event. Exhibitors/sponsors play no part in the planning or delivery of the event and the College has developed an Ethical Sponsorship Policy to support organising committees and committee chairs in their negotiations with potential commercial partners for education and other events. Venue: The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ @SHAAPALCOHOL Event Coordinator SHAAP Team Telephone - Email shaap@rcpe.ac.uk
