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Are you wondering where to find information on evidence-based programs, practices, and policies for substance misuse prevention? Join this webinar to learn how to conduct successful searches for substance misuse prevention interventions that meet the needs of your community. Several online registries will be explored during the webinar, along with information on how to ensure the selection of a prevention intervention will meet your community’s needs. Objectives:  Upon completion of this virtual learning experience, participants will be able to: List the steps to selecting a prevention intervention that meets the needs of their community Access at least five online registries for substance misuse prevention interventions Use the Guide to Online Registries for Substance Misuse Prevention Evidence-based Programs and Practices as a tool in their strategic planning process

Professional ethical standards and the values they are based on also apply to prevention data-related activities, including needs assessment and evaluation. As prevention professionals working with data, we have a critical role to pursue social change, particularly with and on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed individuals and groups of people. Through prevention needs assessment and evaluation activities, we seek to promote sensitivity to and knowledge about oppression and cultural and ethnic diversity. Prevention professionals strive to ensure access to needed information, services, and resources; equity; and meaningful participation in data-based decision-making activities for all people, while protecting those we serve. Objectives Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to: Summarize and apply the basic rules regarding ethics and professional behavior in prevention activities related to data  collection, assessment and evaluation. Recognize specific situations among colleagues in the workplace or within the community where ethics should guide actions related to data collection, assessment, and evaluation. Apply the code of ethics and decision-making process to different data-related scenarios within the Strategic Planning Framework

The PTTC Network has compiled a comprehensive list of resources to assist programs and projects of all types in creating a logic model. 

One-page information sheet for Prevention practitioners that provides a brief overview of Harm Reduction and its connection with Prevention. It also includes basic Harm Reduction strategies for commonly used substances and viral infections that are a heightened risk for people who use substances.

By Cecilia M. Fichter DeSando, MPM As adults, many of the health issues that we encounter have their roots in our biology and experiences that occur throughout our life. Prevention programs that provide early education and timely interventions for individuals and populations at multiple stages throughout the lifespan provide what is known as a life-course approach of increasing protective factors and decreasing risk factors throughout people’s lives. A life-course approach aims to reduce health disparities, the incidence of disease, and premature death.

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. This month is dedicated to celebrating the cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the PTTC post celebrates and outlines the work of The National and Hispanic Latino Prevention Technology Center (NHL- PTTC). The aim of the article is to increase the number of users who access the NHL-PTTC for the benefit of the Hispanic and Latino communities. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 was a particularly difficult year for all. The Hispanic and Latino populations carried a greater burden during the pandemic with higher incidence for exposure, serious illness, and death attributed to COVID-19 and highlighted existing disparities due to social determinants of health.(1) The US Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Minority Health (OMH) reports the Hispanic and Latino population as 60.5 million people, representing 18.4% of the U.S. total population and includes any person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race.(2) According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Latinos account for 85% of all farmworkers, 59% of the country’s construction crews, 53% of all employees in food services, and 39% of the nation’s total workforce and contributed greatly to keeping vital services going during the pandemic.(3) The theme for 2021 National Hispanic Heritage Month is “Esperanza: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Hope''. The theme recognizes the contributions Hispanic people have made in the past as well as the future contributions to be made and celebrates strength and resilience.       Celebrating NHL-PTTC The Spanish word “esperanza” translated into English means “hope”. As we prepare to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, the PTTC Post would like to highlight the work of the National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center (NHL-PTTC) (4) as an example of "esperanza” or hope in action. NHL- PTTC is a resource and potential partner for anyone who provides prevention services or resources to Hispanic and Latino communities or individuals. Funded by the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), NHL- PTTC’s mission is to provide high-quality training and technical assistance to improve the capacity of the workforce serving Hispanic and Latino communities in behavioral health prevention, treatment, and recovery. NHL- PTTC disseminates and supports the implementation of evidence-based and promising practices to enhance service delivery and focuses on developing and disseminating tools and strategies needed to improve the quality of substance abuse prevention efforts.(5) Under the direction of Maxine Henry, MSW, MBA, NHL-PTTC promotes national, regional, and local communication and partnerships and develops fact sheets, presentations, and prevention materials and resources that are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Presentations are translated and re-recorded in each language to increase understanding, flow, and accuracy of the material provided.   The Need for Hispanic and Latino Materials in Your Region Many prevention practitioners may not be aware that there is a need for Hispanic and Latino prevention materials in their region. If large Hispanic and Latino communities and populations are not present it may be easy for the need for specific services and resources to go unrecognized. In actuality, regions with lower Hispanic and Latino populations may have more of a need for prevention services as individuals and families may be more isolated from translation services, Hispanic and Latino behavioral health and other health professionals, and the support from communities who celebrate and recognize Hispanic and Latino traditions and experiences. Hispanic and Latino population demographics are available by state and region to help prevention programs better understand the people who live in their region and to plan and deliver culturally appropriate services. (6)       The Need for Evidence-based Services and Programs   According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH 2019), 8.9 million Hispanic adults had a mental illness and/or substance use disorder - an increase of 3.7% over 2018 composed of increases in both substance use disorders and mental illness. (7)     To promote population-specific understanding and equitable delivery of services SAMHSA has gathered  Hispanic behavioral health equity data, reports, and issue briefs(8): The Behavioral Health Barometer: United States, Volume 6 The national report presents data from the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health and the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services. It is one of a series of national, regional, and state reports that provide a snapshot of substance use and mental health in the United States. Some measures include data presented by race/ethnicity and other demographic variables. Double Jeopardy: COVID-19 and Behavioral Health Disparities for Black and Latino Communities in the U.S. (PDF | 426 KB) This issue brief provides an overview of the key issues, data, strategies, and resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic and the behavioral health disparities experienced by Black and Latino Communities in the U.S. The Opioid Crisis and the Hispanic/Latino Population: An Urgent Issue (also available in Spanish) This issue brief presents data on the prevalence of opioid misuse & death rates in the Hispanic/Latino population; contextual factors & challenges to prevention & treatment; innovative outreach & engagement strategies to connect people to evidence-based treatment; and the importance of community voice. 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Hispanics, Latino or Spanish Origin or Descent Individuals This slide deck (available as a PPT and PDF) presents data specific to Hispanics, Latino or Spanish Origin or Descent individuals based on the graphics, tables, and figures from the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) Annual Report.   NHL-PTTC Resources Whether you provide services in a region with large or small Hispanic and Latino communities, NHL-PTTC provides intensive technical assistance and learning resources to prevention professionals. An incredible new resource developed by the NHL-ATTC and NHL- PTTC is the eCompendium of Evidenced-Based Programs and accompanying Guide.(9) This tool fulfills the need to centralize evidenced-based practices (EBPs) and related research characteristics in one source in order to find the “best fit” EBPs for the Latino communities for which they are intended. The eCompendium can be accessed at http://nlbha.org/index.php/ebp. NHL-PTTC makes available prevention projects, resources, and materials for all prevention practitioners, including the ten regional PTTCs to increase the utilization of culturally linguistic and appropriate services and products. Specific language prevention materials are available for immigrant families, both with immigrant and U.S. born-youth. U.S. born-youth may not be in need of translated materials for themselves but it is important to recognize that they may have parents and other family members who are in need of language services and translated materials. NHL-PTTC strives to expand the use of evidence-based prevention practices for Hispanic and Latino communities and provides materials for general prevention needs as well as specific topics such as suicide prevention and adolescent substance use.   Workforce Development A major focus of the NHL-PTTC is the promotion and growth of a diverse, culturally competent workforce and to increase the number of prevention professionals from Hispanic and Latino Communities. NHL-PTTC, Project Coordinator, Dolka Michelle Zelaya, CPS is dedicated to workforce development and the development of tools and resources for current prevention practitioners as well as engaging the next generation of prevention professionals from Hispanic and Latino communities. NHL-PTTC provides scholarships to assist members from Hispanic and Latino communities in becoming certified prevention professionals. Certification training materials are translated into Spanish and Portuguese to increase access and engagement in the certification process and workforce development.   2021 National Latino Behavioral Health Virtual Conference The 2021 National Latino Behavioral Health Conference is a  collaboration of the National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA), The National Hispanic and Latino Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NHL-ATTC), and NHL-PTTC. The 2021 Conference will be held virtually on September 16-17, 2021. The conference will have as its focus: Envisioning Latino Behavioral Health Equity in the Next Decade. Workforce development and the celebration of Hispanic and Latino contributions to the prevention field and behavioral health equity will be highlighted at the upcoming 2021 National Latino Behavioral Health Virtual Conference.(10) The NHL- PTTC is an exemplary model for technology transfer and serves as an ongoing resource for organization or agency directors, prevention staff, behavioral health, and school and community program providers and leaders. NHL-PTTC Director, Maxine Henry, MSW, MBA, Project Coordinator,  Dolka Michelle Zelaya, CPS, and Executive Administrative Assistant, Priscilla Giamassi, MPM, CPS are to be commended for the innovative programming that they provide along with partner organizations and collaborations. Their work has resulted in comprehensive training and technical assistance to Hispanic and Latino communities, the development of resources and programs relevant to the needs of Hispanic and Latino communities, the expansion of evidence-based practices and workforce development that better serves the Hispanic and Latino communities, and the building of relationships with researchers and other organizations to provide more accessible, appropriate and responsive services. NHL-PTTC is committed to increasing health equity and access to effective culturally and linguistically grounded approaches. These programs and services are a valuable resource that is available to everyone. Prevention practitioners and organizations are invited to partner with NHL-PTTC to make the most use of the existing resources and to encourage the development of new programs.   For more information contact the NHL-PTTC:     Footnotes https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/health-equity/racial-ethnic-disparities/increased-risk-exposure.html https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=3&lvlid=64 https://lulac.org/news/pr/Labor_Day_2020_Gratitude_For_Americas_Latino_Essential_Workers/ https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-latino-pttc/home http://www.nlbha.org/index.php/centers2/h-l-pttc https://www.kff.org/other/state-indicator/distribution-by-raceethnicity/?activeTab=map&currentTimeframe=0&selectedDistributions=hispanic&selectedRows=%7B%22states%22:%7B%22all%22:%7B%7D%7D,%22wrapups%22:%7B%22united-states%22:%7B%7D%7D%7D&sortModel=%7B%22colId%22:%22Location%22,%22sort%22:%22desc%22%7D https://www.samhsa.gov/data/report/2019-nsduh-hispanics-latino-or-spanish-origin-or-desce https://www.samhsa.gov/behavioral-health-equity/hispanic-latino http://nlbha.org/index.php/ebp https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-latino-pttc/news/join-us-2021-national-latino-behavioral-health-virtual   References CDC.gov 2021. Introduction to COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities. 2020. Retrieved from  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/health-equity/racial-ethnic-disparities/index.html Kaiser Family Foundation 2021. State Health Facts - Population Distribution by Race/Ethnicity. Retrieved from https://www.kff.org/other/state-indicator/distribution-by-raceethnicity/?currentTimeframe=0&selectedDistributions=hispanic&sortModel=%7B%22colId%22:%22Location%22,%22sort%22:%22asc%22%7D League of United Latin American Citizens. Labor Day 2020: Gratitude for America’s Latino Essential Workers. Retrieved from https://lulac.org/news/pr/Labor_Day_2020_Gratitude_For_Americas_Latino_Essential_Workers/ National Hispanic and Latino Addiction Technology Transfer Center. https://attcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-and-latino-attc/home National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center. https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-latino-pttc/home National Hispanic and Latino ATTC and PTTC eCompendium of Evidence-Based Programs and accompanying Guide. http://nlbha.org/index.php/ebp National Latino Behavioral Health Association. http://nlbha.org/ National Council of Hispanic Employment Managers. 2021 Hispanic Heritage Month Theme. Retrieved from https://nationalcouncilhepm.org/ U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health 2021. Profile: Hispanic/Latino Americans. Retrieved from https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=3&lvlid=64 SAMHSA.gov. 2021. Behavioral Health Equity Hispanic/Latino. https://www.samhsa.gov/behavioral-health-equity/hispanic-latino SAMHSA.gov. 2021.  2019 National Survey On Drug Use And Health: Hispanics, Latino Or Spanish Origin Or Descent. https://www.samhsa.gov/data/report/2019-nsduh-hispanics-latino-or-spanish-origin-or-desce  

Register and participate in this FREE self-paced course on Cannabis Policies: Cannabis laws and policies are rapidly changing in states. Various decriminalization, medical marijuana, and adult-use marijuana policies are being debated and moving through state legislatures and ballot boxes. Amid all of this change, where does prevention fit in? This course shows participants how these policies can evolve, the implications for public health and safety, and how and where prevention fits in. Participants will learn from a presenter with hands-on experience both in prevention and shaping marijuana policies. Additionally, participants will learn about the marijuana prevention training and technical assistance services from the New England PTTC. Learning Objectives: Participants will learn about the current state of marijuana policies across the six New England States Participants will learn about the importance of public policy that is data driven and informed by public health and prevention science. Participants will learn about the importance of training community sectors in marijuana science and how it can be a powerful environmental strategy for prevention. Note: This New England PTTC self-paced course is hosted on the PTTC Network online learning platform Healtheknowledge.org. You will need to create a free Healtheknowledge.org account to register and participate in the course. After you have created your free account you will be able to register and participate in this free, self-paced course. You will then also be set up to access in participate in all future New England PTTC self-paced courses and webinars.

This webinar will provide specific tools for prevention practitioners in determining what behavior they are trying to change and why. The presentation will discuss fidelity of the use of innovations and how to adapt while ensuring the intended outcomes. An overview of available prevention registries will be covered with tools on how to utilize registries in your research question while ensuring the program is evidence based and fit to the population. There will be a discussion on things to consider when adapting to virtual platforms. Objectives: 1. Participants will increase their understanding of implementation practice and science and its application in prevention science 2. Participants will increase their understanding of the importance of innovation fidelity in prevention science 3. Participants will increase their knowledge of the importance of research and evaluation to achieve success in their prevention programs

This webinar will provide specific tools for prevention practitioners in determining what behavior they are trying to change and why. The presentation will discuss fidelity of the use of innovations and how to adapt while ensuring the intended outcomes. An overview of available prevention registries will be covered with tools on how to utilize registries in your research question while ensuring the program is evidence based and fit to the population. There will be a discussion on things to consider when adapting to virtual platforms. Objectives: 1. Participants will increase their understanding of implementation practice and science and its application in prevention science 2. Participants will increase their understanding of the importance of innovation fidelity in prevention science 3. Participants will increase their knowledge of the importance of research and evaluation to achieve success in their prevention programs

This online webinar offered national substance use prevention practitioners and coalitions an opportunity to learn and share around a coalition building model – the Six Elements of Effective Coalitions with presenter Dr. Kevin Haggerty. The peer sharing nature of the webinar encouraged a rich discussion of innovative ways to continue coalition efforts, particularly during the virtual transition due to COVID-19. Participants shared strategies and tools they are using to remain engaged with their coalitions, and maintain engagement with each other. Participants also highlighted the pros and cons of remote interactions and suggestions of what has worked for their respective situations. The information contained in this document is a compilation of participant responses to the central questions addressed in the session. Please note that many of the suggestions made by participants were not strictly evidence-based and should not be regarded as such. The overall purpose of this summary is to share the collective experience from the prevention field during this challenging time.

Use this slide in your presentations and visuals to affirm the use of intentional and destigmatizing language associated with having, treating, or being in recovery from a substance use or mental health disorder. Check out the supporting research here.         

This webinar is the first installment in the webinar series: Key Elements of Effective Coalitions.  The initial webinar introduces and defines, through research, the six elements to have a strong relationship to effective coalitions.  These six elements are the starting place for prevention practitioners and community coalition’s members to reflect upon and discuss as part of healthy coalition building and maintenance efforts.

Strategic Discussion 3: American-Indian/Alaska Native communities: Trauma-Responsive Approaches to Support the Communities.

Health Disparities and the Impact of COVID-19 on African American and black communities.

Strategic Discussion 2: Strategies to Support the LatinX Communities.

Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific-Islander Communities: Addressing Stigma and Resource Needs Around COVID-19 and Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery  

Wrap-up Session: Racial equity and health disparities in the age of COVID-19: What new strategies are needed to support the SU prevention, treatment and recovery workforce serving communities of color and/or underserved communities?

Holly Hagle, Ph.D. and Nicole Augustine, MPH, MCHES, CPS facilitated the listening session. 499 people attended the online webinar and contributed through chat and their phone/computer microphone. For privacy, this session was not recorded, but four people analyzed the notes to outline themes and key issues for each community, plus strategies and resources that could be shared after the event. All notes shared are deidentified except for noting the community identity, which is relevant to framing issues.

Wrap-up Session: Racial equity and health disparities in the age of COVID-19: What new strategies are needed to support the SU prevention, treatment and recovery workforce serving communities of color and/or underserved communities?

Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific-Islander Communities: Addressing Stigma and Resource Needs Around COVID-19 and Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery.

Strategic Discussion 3: American-Indian/Alaska Native communities: Trauma-Responsive Approaches to Support the Communities.

Strategic Discussion 2: Strategies to Support the LatinX Communities.

Strategic Discussion 1: Health Disparities and the Impact on COVID-19 on the African- American and black community.

While evidence-based approaches to prevention are being strongly supported by policy makers of late, it isn’t always clear what this means and how it might relate to your own work in the field. This webinar is an overview of prevention science and how it has brought about the development not only of effective prevention programs but also to the planning and implementation of these. Evidence-based programs have been shown through rigorous research to be successful at reducing risky and unhealthy behaviors across the life span. This webinar describes how the science contributes to our understanding of the etiology and prevention of substance use and related behaviors, examples of some of the most effective interventions and policies.