Strategic Prevention Framework Step 2: Capacity Building
Capacity building, the second step of the SPF, involves how to engage diverse community stakeholders, develop and strengthen a prevention team, and identify opportunities to raise community awareness about the issues. Below are training resources to support your work. For more capacity resources, visit our training and tools pages.
CAPACITY BUILDING EXAMPLES

Community Collaboration
All4nox initiative provides a comprehensive view of how project partners work together to address substance misuse issues.

Community Readiness Report
The state of New Hampshire reports on the readiness of sub-state regions to serve children, youth, and families experiencing a severe emotional disturbance.

Partner Roles
ASAP of Anderson County lists key sectors and describes the importance of each sector's involvement.

Using Data to Increase Readiness
SAMHSA infographics used to raise awareness of and increase readiness to address substance misuse.

Readiness Survey Tool
Minnesota Department of Human Services used this survey tool to quickly assess community readiness.

Youth Involvement
The Say What! project builds the capacity of young people across the state of Texas to address substance misuse.