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Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America: CADCA’s Global Impact

Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America:...

In recent years, CADCA has expanded its coalition-building efforts across Latin America, with a particular focus on empowering youth leaders to tackle pressing community issues.

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Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America: CADCA’s Global Impact

Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America: CADCA’s Global Impact

In recent years, CADCA has expanded its coalition-building efforts across Latin America, with a particular focus on empowering youth leaders to tackle pressing community issues.

Empowering Change in Puerto Rico: Highlights from the 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Conference

Empowering Change in Puerto Rico: Highlights from the 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Conference

On Saturday, September 14, CADCA hosted its 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Conference in Puerto Rico, bringing together nearly 100 attendees dedicated to addressing key issues like the opioid epidemic, fentanyl, and tobacco prevention.

CADCA’s Drug-Free Kids Campaign Awards Dinner: A Celebration of Prevention and Progress

CADCA’s Drug-Free Kids Campaign Awards Dinner: A Celebration of Prevention and Progress

The annual CADCA Drug-Free Kids Campaign Awards Dinner stands as a hallmark event in the ongoing fight against substance misuse, bringing together leaders, advocates, and influencers committed to creating a safer, drug-free future for America’s youth.

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Coalitions in Action: Weber CTC’s Journey in Youth-Centric Substance Use Prevention

Coalitions in Action: Weber CTC’s Journey in Youth-Centric Substance Use Prevention

In the heart of Weber County, Utah, Weber Communities That Care (Weber CTC) coalition is making significant strides in strengthening its community through substance use prevention and mental health promotion.

Coalitions in Action: Cultivating the Leaders of Tomorrow

Coalitions in Action: Cultivating the Leaders of Tomorrow

Regina Meyerchick, affectionately referred to as “GG” by community members, has been a pivotal force behind the growth and success of the Washington Parish Youth Coalition.

2023 CADCA Graduate Spotlight

Destaque de Pós-Graduação CADCA 2023

Youth Spotlight: Vinayak Menon

Jovens em destaque: Vinayak Menon

Tenho atuado como Líder do Setor Juvenil da minha coalizão nos últimos 4 anos. eu encontrei

Youth Spotlight: Andrea Marquez

Jovens em destaque: Andrea Marquez

A instrutora de jovens do CADCA, Andrea Marquez, formou-se em maio no Occidental College com especialização em estudos latino-americanos e

Youth Spotlight: Jabeen Sheikh

Jovens em destaque: Jabeen Sheikh

Jabeen Sheikh, membro do Youth Leadership Council for Community in Crisis (CIC) e do CADCA's National Youth Advisory Council (NYAC),

Youth Spotlight: Jaleyna Lawes

Jovens em destaque: Jaleyna Lawes

Jaleyna Lawes, membro do CADCA's National Youth Advisory Council (NYAC), se formará em junho na Charles W. Flanagan High School

Youth Spotlight: Yurimar Santiago

Jovens em destaque: Yurimar Santiago

Yurimar Santiago, um CADCA Youth Trainer, se formará em junho com um Bacharelado em Musicoterapia pelo Texas

Just Released: Rural Youth Engagement Toolkit

Just Released: Rural Youth Engagement Toolkit

Download the Rural Youth Engagement Toolkit One of the greatest challenges of this decade is opioid addiction. The opioid epidemic

Youth Spotlight: Curtis Mark, 16, New Jersey

Youth Spotlight: Curtis Mark, 16, New Jersey

How did you get started in coalition work? My first encounter with coalition work began when I was in the

Youth and Advocacy Success from Advocate of the Year Recipient

Sucesso da Juventude e da Defesa de Direitos do Destinatário do Defensor do Ano

Ananya Pati is not yet old enough to vote, but has already influenced great social change. A young leader in

Promoting Positive Lifestyles—Talking to Kids about Health and Wellness

Promoting Positive Lifestyles—Talking to Kids about Health and Wellness

There are many dimensions related to promoting positive health and wellness in our children.  Parental involvement, support and consistent monitoring