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CADCA Takes Silver in Two TRENDY Awards 

CADCA Takes Silver in Two TRENDY Awards 

CADCA is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with two prestigious 2024 TRENDY Awards, recognizing excellence in communication among professional associations and trade groups nationwide. 

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CADCA Takes Silver in Two TRENDY Awards 

CADCA Takes Silver in Two TRENDY Awards 

CADCA is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with two prestigious 2024 TRENDY Awards, recognizing excellence in communication among professional associations and trade groups nationwide. 

Announcing the 2023 Chairman’s Award Winner: Community Alliance of Resources for Everyone

Announcing the 2023 Chairman’s Award Winner: Community Alliance of Resources for Everyone

The Community Alliance of Resources for Everyone (CARE Coalition) has been titled this year’s Major General Arthur T. Dean’s Chairman’s Award Winner.

2023 Dose of Prevention Winner: Frenchtown Community Coalition

2023 Dose of Prevention Winner: Frenchtown Community Coalition

CADCA’s Dose of Prevention Challenge, held each October in partnership with the Consumer Health Products Association (CHPA), encourages communities to raise awareness about over-the-counter (OTC) and cough medicine misuse during National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month.

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Coalition of the Year Spotlight: East Providence Prevention Coalition

Coalition of the Year Spotlight: East Providence Prevention Coalition

The East Providence Prevention Coalition (EPPC) recently earned national recognition as the 2023 Coalition of the Year through the Office of National Drug Control Policy-funded Blue Ribbon Coalition Initiative, marking a significant milestone in the coalition's more than three decades of dedicated service to its community.

Coalition of Excellence Spotlight: Communities for Positive Youth Development

Coalition of Excellence Spotlight: Communities for Positive Youth Development

In the heart of Chicago's northwest suburbs, the Communities for Positive Youth Development (CPYD) coalition is a noteworthy example of how community engagement and collaborative efforts can become a powerful force in combatting rising youth substance use trends.

Coalition in Focus Spotlight: Drug Free Communities of Dallas County

Coalition in Focus Spotlight: Drug Free Communities of Dallas County

Dallas County System of Services (DCSOS) has emerged as a beacon of hope and positive change in the heart of Alabama, particularly in Dallas County. Founded in 2005, this organization has been committed to providing a range of prevention and intervention services for the well-being of children, youth, and families in the region.

Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2023 Class of Blue Ribbon Coalitions and the Blue Ribbon Award Winners

Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2023 Class of Blue Ribbon Coalitions and the Blue Ribbon Award Winners

Apply Now for the Major General Arthur T. Dean Chairman’s Award 2024!

Apply Now for the Major General Arthur T. Dean Chairman’s Award 2024!

2023 CADCA Graduate Spotlight

2023 CADCA Graduate Spotlight

NCA Reflections: The Final Stretch

NCA Reflections: The Final Stretch

This past October, Natalie Kulick, CADCA’s Communications Associate, had the opportunity to virtually attend Week Three of training at CADCA’s National

NCA Reflections: Putting Knowledge into Practice

NCA Reflections: Putting Knowledge into Practice

Last month, Natalie Kulick, CADCA’s Communications Associate, had the opportunity to virtually attend the second week of training at CADCA’s National

NCA Reflections: An Introduction to Prevention

NCA Reflections: An Introduction to Prevention

Last month, Natalie Kulick, CADCA’s Communications Associate, had the opportunity to virtually attend the first week of training at CADCA’s

Adapting to a Pandemic – A Gateway to Community Partnership

Adapting to a Pandemic – A Gateway to Community Partnership

By Raiko Mendoza, Vice President, Business Development and Membership, CADCA | December 23, 2020 At CADCA, we strive to ensure that our

Enter to Win $1,500 and More During NMAAM

Enter to Win $1,500 and More During NMAAM

It’s National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month Did you know that one in 30 youth ages 12 through 17 has misused over-the-counter

New Practical Theorist on Cannabis  Available

New Practical Theorist on Cannabis Available

Practical Theorist 12 – Cannabis, The Current State of Affairs Contributor Dr. Nora D. Volkow, Director of the National Institute on