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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...

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.

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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

CADCA News & Coalition Updates

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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

Two Youth Share Their CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute Experience

Two Youth Share Their CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute Experience

The CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute was a very productive and fun week. We didn’t know what to expect, but the

Youth Leadership Training Inspires Community Change

Youth Leadership Training Inspires Community Change

The Youth Leadership training that I attended showed me the severity of the problems our communities face, like the opioid

The Opposite of Addiction is Human Connection: Youth-Adult Partnerships Spur Success at DEA 360 Strategy Summit

The Opposite of Addiction is Human Connection: Youth-Adult Partnerships Spur Success at DEA 360 Strategy Summit

In my travels across the country and the world, I’ve worked with thousands of young people in youth and adult