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The National Hispanic and Latino PTTC is happy to share with you this resource from the Center of Excellence on LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity (CoE LGBTQ+ BHE). Our center supported the CoE LGBTQ+ BHE and we are proud to share these resources are now available in Spanish and Portuguese. This animated video, reviews basic terminology that is important to know when working with people who have diverse sexual orientations or gender identities. This terminology includes sex assigned at birth, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and more.   English   Spanish   Portuguese     This glossary of terms related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression (SOGIE) is a resource for behavioral health practitioners to better understand language commonly used in LGBTQ+ communities. It should be noted that people use terms in different ways, and the best practice is always to honor language an individual uses to identify themselves. English: Spanish: Portuguese: We invite you to visit the CoE LGBTQ+ BHE webpage to learn more: https://lgbtqequity.org/resources/ 

  These resources are developed by the National Hispanic and Latino PTTC, the National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC, and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.  List of resources on Suicide Prevention developed by the National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center Current State of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Among Hispanic and Latino LGBTQ+ Youth (Short Video Messages 2021) English: 2021 National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Spanish: 2021 Mes Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio Portuguese: 2021 Mês Nacional de Conscientização sobre a Prevenção do Suicídio   National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (Short Video Messages 2020) English: 2020 National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Spanish: 2020 Mes Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio Portuguese: 2020 Mês Nacional de Conscientização sobre a Prevenção do Suicídio   Fact Sheet (2020) developed in partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention English: 2020 Suicide Prevention Amongst Hispanics and Latinos Spanish: La Prevención Del Suicidio Entre Hispanos y Latinos Portuguese: Prevenção do Suicídio Entre Hispânicos e Latinos   Suicide Prevention Webinar: Identifying and Modifying Risk Factors That Can Lead To Suicide Attempts In Latino Youth (2020) English: Suicide Prevention: Identifying and Modifying Risk Factors That Can Lead To Suicide Attempts In Latino Youth Spanish: Prevención del Suicidio: Identificación y Modificación de los Factores de Riesgo Portuguese: Prevenção do Suicídio: Identificando e Modificando Fatores de Risco   Life is Precious™ Webinar: A Community Defined Practice Suicide Prevention Program for Latina Adolescents (2020) English: Life is Precious™: A Community Defined Practice Suicide Prevention Program for Latina Adolescents Spanish: Life is Precious™: Un programa de prevención del suicidio de práctica definida por la comunidad Portuguese: Life is Precious ™: Um Programa de Práticas Comunitárias de Prevenção do Suicídio   Suicide Prevention, Everyone can Help. Preventing Suicide in the Latino Community Webinar (2020) English: Suicide Prevention, Everyone can Help. Preventing Suicide in the Latino Community Spanish: Prevención del Suicidio. Todos pueden ayudar Portuguese: Prevenção ao Suicídio. Todos podem Ajudar   List of resources on Suicide Prevention developed by the National Hispanic and Latino Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Webinar: Back to School… Promoting Resiliency and Mental Health Wellness in Latino Children Part I: Webinar: Back to School… Promoting Resiliency and Mental Health Wellness in Latino Children Part I Part II: Webinar: Back to School… Promoting Resiliency and Mental Health Wellness in Latino Children Part II Part III: Webinar: Back to School… Promoting Resiliency and Mental Health Wellness in Latino Children Part III   Latinos and Suicide: A Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment Masterclass Part I: Latinos and Suicide: A Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment Masterclass Part I Part II: Latinos and Suicide: A Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment Masterclass Part II Part III: Latinos and Suicide: A Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment Masterclass Part III Part IV: Latinos and Suicide: A Clinician’s Guide to Prevention and Treatment Masterclass Part IV   Suicide Prevention in Hispanic and Latinx Youth, the Impact of COVID-19 and Cultural Factors to Consider Link: Suicide Prevention in Hispanic and Latinx Youth, the Impact of COVID-19 and Cultural Factors to Consider Description: This factsheet will provide information about trends in suicide, suicidal thoughts, and behaviors, identifying suicide-related risk in Hispanic and Latinx youth, and review evidence-based practices to screen for risk across various settings.   Suicide-related risk in Latinx/Hispanic Youth Link: Suicide-related risk in Latinx/Hispanic Youth Description: This 1.5 hour online session provides information about identifying suicide-related risk in Latinx and Hispanic youth and review evidence-based practices to screen for risk across various settings.   Mental Health Bytes: Mental Health Disparities Among Hispanic and Latino Populations Link: Mental Health Bytes: Mental Health Disparities Among Hispanic and Latino Populations Description: In this short video, Dr. Torres provides an overview of the main health and mental health care disparities that Hispanic and Latino populations’ are facing daily.   Suicide Attempts and Culturally Responsive Approaches for Latinos Link: Suicide Attempts and Culturally Responsive Approaches for Latinos Description: This factsheet is based on the webinar presented by Luis Zayas, PhD. In the past 30 years, young Latinas have reported higher rates of suicide attempts when compared to other groups.   Suicide Attempts Among Latina Adolescents: The State of Knowledge Link: Suicide Attempts Among Latina Adolescents: The State of Knowledge Description: This webinar reviews the state of knowledge on suicide attempts by adolescent Latinas who have reported higher-than-average rates over the past 30 years   Mental Health Bytes: Suicide Prevention for Young Latinas Link: Mental Health Bytes: Suicide Prevention for Young Latinas Description: In this video, Dr. Zayas shares valuable insight on young Latinas regarding suicide attempt, and some strategies that you can implement as providers.   List of resources on Suicide Prevention developed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Mental health resources for underrepresented communities Link: Mental health resources for underrepresented communities Description: Find resources for suicide prevention focused on supporting individuals in minority communities.   Mental Health and the Latinx Community: How Counselors Can Encourage Resilience and Build Relationships Link: Mental Health and the Latinx Community: How Counselors Can Encourage Resilience and Build Relationships Description: Find resources for suicide prevention focused on supporting individuals in minority communities.   List of additional resources on Suicide Prevention National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Toll Free: 1-888-628-9454 English: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) (TTY): 1-800-799-4TTY (4889) Spanish: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/  English: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org  SAMHSA’s National Helpline Toll-Free: 1-800-662-HELP 24/7/365 Treatment Referral Information Service in Spanish and English Website: http://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline Toll Free: 1-800-985-5990 (Spanish and English) Text in Spanish: Envíe “Háblanos” to 66746 Text in English: “TalkWithUs” to 66746 (TTY): 1-800-846-8517 English: http://www.disasterdistress.samhsa.gov Spanish: https://www.samhsa.gov/disaster-distress-helpline/espanol SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator Website Link: Mental Health and the Latinx Community: How Counselors Can Encourage Resilience and Build Relationships Description: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) collects information on thousands of state-licensed providers who specialize in treating substance use disorders, addiction, and mental illness. Find treatment services for you here.   Suicide Prevention: Research & Resources Link: Suicide Prevention: Research & Resources Description: The Mountain Plains Prevention Technology Transfer Center has compiled the following research and resources for suicide prevention.

This webinar is a follow up dialogue with Dr. Grigsby to dive deeper into conversation about cultural considerations when working on substance misuse prevention efforts in Latino communities. This time, he co-hosted the session with National Hispanic and Latino PTTC Project Director, Maxine Henry. The webinar provides a quick overview of the content presented during the first session, and will offer participants the opportunity to discuss and share their experiences, challenges, and successes, as members of the Hispanic and Latino communities or as individuals who are working with the Hispanic and Latino populations. If you missed the first session, we highly encourage you to watch the recording as a primer for this Platica/Conversation. Please visit https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/pacific-southwest-pttc/home. By the end of this presentation and discussion, participants will be able to: Recognize the importance of identifying intra-ethnic differences in the Hispanic/Latino population Discuss surface-structure and deep-structure cultural adaptations used in substance use prevention programs Understand some of the major contextual/community and individual barriers/challenges to implementing prevention programs with Hispanic/Latino groups Exchange ideas and lessons learned to leverage each other’s expertise in prevention efforts to apply equity in prevention efforts for Hispanic and Latino communities.   Additional Resources Presentation Slides   Presenters Dr. Tim Grigsby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Health in the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Public Health. He completed his PhD in Preventive Medicine (Health Behavior Research) from the University of Southern California in 2016. His primary research interests are on the conceptualization, measurement, screening, and prevention of substance misuse; the health effects of childhood trauma exposure; and identifying sources of health disparities in Hispanic/Latina/o communities. His secondary interests are in the dissemination of novel research and analytic methods in public health research. His current work explores the role of family and community-based trauma exposure as risk factors for substance use, misuse, and related health outcomes in minority populations. Specifically, his work has identified adverse childhood experiences and perceived discrimination as important risk-factors of substance use, violence, and adverse health outcomes in ethnic and sexual minority populations.   Maxine Henry, MSW, MBA has been committed to improving access to and decreasing disparities in behavioral health services, especially for BIPOC communities. Maxine’s work with the National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA) is focused on the delivery of culturally and linguistically competent services to several communities across the Country. Most recently, her role as the Project Director for the National Hispanic and Latino Addiction and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers (ATTC/PTTC) has allowed her to create access to culturally and linguistically tailored training and technical assistance to Latino communities and Latino serving communities. Much of her career has also been dedicated to providing peer-run services to those living with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders; focusing on community defined needs and solutions. She resides in the Denver Metro Area in Colorado.

This Issue: Growing Our Own: Planting Seeds for the Future of Latino Behavioral Health This issue highlights the work of the National Hispanic and Latino ATTC & PTTC and NLBHA to move the behavioral health needle towards impactful change. This issue focuses on "Planting Seeds for the Future of Latino Behavioral Health". Read and learn about the E-compendium guide, meet our Executive Director, Fredrick Sandoval, MPA and see who and what we are highlighting this quarter!   In This Issue Our Mission Dicho of the Quarter Page 01 NLBHA Highlights Page 02 Story time: meet our team member, Dr. Susie Villalobos Page 04 Highlighting the experts Quarterly Highlights Celebrations Page 05 NLBHA’s e-compendium and Guide Article Page 06 Media Corner Page 9 Staff Contact information Page 10   Español: Esta Publicación: Creciendo a los Nuestros: Plantando Semillas para el Futuro de la Salud Mental Latina Este número destaca el trabajo de los Centros Nacionales Hisapano y Latino ATTC y PTTC y NLBHA para mover la aguja de la salud mental hacia un cambio impactante. Este número se centra en "Plantando Semillas para el Futuro de la Salud Mental Latina". ¡Lea y aprenda sobre la guía de E-compendium, conozca a nuestro Director Ejecutivo, Fredrick Sandoval, MPA y vea a quién y qué estamos destacando este trimestre!   Português: Esta Edição: Crescendo Nossos Próprios: Plantando Sementes Para O Futuro Da Saúde Mental Latina Esta edição destaca o trabalho dos Centros Nacionais Hispânico-Latino de Treinamento e Assistência Técnica em Abuso de Substâncias e de Prevenção e NLBHA para fazer a diferenca na saúde mental, com o objetivo de gerar uma mudança impactante. Esta edição se concentra em "Plantando Sementes para o Futuro da Saúde Mental Latina". Saiba mais sobre o eCompêndio e Guia da NLBHA, conheça nosso Diretor Executivo, Fredrick Sandoval, MPA e veja quem e o que estamos destacando neste trimestre!

Toward Equity-Focused Prevention of Substance Misuse for Hispanic and Latin Populations: Old Trends and New Directions   March 17, 2022   Webinar Recording and Slides Webinar Slide-Deck Webinar Recording   Additional Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2013), Attaining Health Equity   National Latino Behavioral Health Association Juntos Network- To receive a welcome email highlighting their products including the E-compendium and Guide developed by the National Hispanic and Latino PTTC   Webinar Overview and Objectives  This webinar and discussion will begin with an overview of epidemiological and hypothesis driven research on substance misuse disparities among Hispanic and Latina/o adults in the United States. From there, we will focus on how to promote health equity in primary prevention settings through two methods. First, we will discuss the importance of intra-ethnic trends in substance misuse, social determinants of health, and cultural background, and the need to move beyond the umbrella terms of "Hispanic" and "Latina/o" in both research and practice. Second, we will explore how existing primary prevention programs can be tailored to reach Hispanic/Latin communities through surface-structure and deep structure cultural adaptations using worked examples from the field. This event will be formatted as a 45-minute presentation, followed by a 45-minute session of questions, answers and guided discussion.  By the end of this presentation and discussion, participants will be able to: Describe trends in substance misuse for Hispanic/Latin Americans Recognize the importance of identifying intra-ethnic differences in the Hispanic/Latin population Discuss surface-structure and deep-structure cultural adaptations used in substance use prevention programs   Presenter Dr. Tim Grigsby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Health in the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Public Health. He completed his PhD in Preventive Medicine (Health Behavior Research) from the University of Southern California in 2016. His primary research interests are on the conceptualization, measurement, screening, and prevention of substance misuse; the health effects of childhood trauma exposure; and identifying sources of health disparities in Hispanic/Latina/o communities. His secondary interests are in the dissemination of novel research and analytic methods in public health research. His current work explores the role of family and community-based trauma exposure as risk factors for substance use, misuse, and related health outcomes in minority populations. Specifically, his work has identified adverse childhood experiences and perceived discrimination as important risk-factors of substance use, violence, and adverse health outcomes in ethnic and sexual minority populations.      Questions Contact Britany Wiele ([email protected]) if you have additional questions about the content related to this webinar.

        What LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC want Prevention Professionals to Know? The Central East PTTC, Central East ATTC, National American Indian & Alaska Natives PTTC, and the National Hispanic and Latino PTTC joined efforts to proudly present a 4-part virtual learning series titled ‘What LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC want Prevention Professionals to Know?’ In case you missed these events, and you would like to access the sessions, please see below: Understanding the historical information behind the challenges and the risk factors of the LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC (Part 1) Enhancing the protective factors for the LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC (Part 2) Moving the needle: How to improve the current behavioral health system to increase engagement and retention of LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC? (Part 3) How can we transform this information into actionable and practical steps to enhance service delivery to the LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC and make a difference? (Part 4)   During each session, panelists shared their experiences as subject matter experts and/or lived experiences. The sessions were very well received by the participants. Our community asked us to provide additional resources around LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC populations. As a result of this request, our team put together an extensive list of articles, trainings, websites, materials and you can access the information and share it with your family, friends and colleagues. Please click each image to view the corresponding resources. Click Images Below To View Resources                  Disclaimer The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by SAMHSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government, the Central East ATTC and PTTC, The Danya Institute, the National American Indian and Alaska Native PTTC, the National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center or National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA). Funding for this learning series was made possible by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). 1H79SP081018 HHS Region 3 Central East PTTC: The Danya Institute, 1H79TI080210 HHS Region 3 Central East ATTC The Danya Institute, 1U79SP023012 National Hispanic and Latino PTTC: The National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA), 5H79SP081032 National American Indian and Alaska Native PTTC. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the by the U.S. Government, The Central East ATTC and PTTC, The Danya Institute, the National American Indian and Alaska Native PTTC, the National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center or The National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA).  

In March, we raise awareness to Problem Gambling. The 2022 Problem Gambling Awareness Month theme is “Awareness + Action”. If you feel you need support, you may contact the National Council on Problem Gambling operates the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network at 1-800-522-4700.     Español  En marzo, creamos conciencia a la Ludopatía. El tema 2022 del mes de la Concienciación sobre el Juego Problemático también conocido como ludopatía es "conciencia + acción". Si necesita ayuda, le animamos a ponerse en contacto con el Consejo Nacional de Problemas de Juego quienes operan la Línea de Ayuda de la Red Nacional de Problemas al 1-800-522-4700.     Português Em março, queremos aumentar a conscientização sobre o jogo problemático. O tema do Mês de Conscientização sobre Jogo Problemático em 2022 é “Consciência + Ação”. Se você sentir que precisa de apoio, você pode entrar em contato com a Linha de Ajuda do Conselho Nacional de Jogo Problemático, pelo telefone 1-800-522-4700.

This fact sheet was developed to provide information and resources to parents, prevention professionals, providers, and community members on Human Trafficking in the United States. We would like to take this opportunity to present you with a deeper look into the issues related to Labor and Sex Trafficking. Español: Un Análisis más profundo al Tráfico Laboral y Sexual en los Estados Unidos Esta hoja informativa fue desarrollada para proporcionar información y recursos a padres, profesionales de la prevención, proveedores y miembros de la comunidad sobre La Trata de Personas en los Estados Unidos. Nos gustaría aprovechar esta oportunidad para presentarle una visión más profunda en relación a los temas del tráfico laboral y sexual. Português Um olhar aprofundado sobre o tráfico de trabalho e sexo nos Estados Unidos Esta ficha informativa foi desenvolvida para fornecer informações e recursos a pais, profissionais de prevenção, provedores e membros da comunidade sobre o Tráfico de Pessoas nos Estados Unidos. Gostaríamos de aproveitar esta oportunidade para te apresentar uma visão mais aprofundada sobre as questões relacionadas ao Tráfico de Trabalho e Sexo.

Addressing Social Determinants of Health Through Prevention Planning Recording   If you missed the first session of the Great Lakes PTTC's health equity training series, Why Health Equity Matters in Prevention by Nicole Augustine, you can watch the recording and download the training materials using the link above. Substance misuse prevention planning crosses many disciplines. We are natural collaborators, especially when engaging in environmental strategies. As we continue to plan and work towards improving the overall wellness of the communities we serve, it is important that we understand the social determinants of health (SDOH) and how our work intersects with them. The SDOH are the conditions in the environments where people are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age that affect a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and risks. Join me as we examine the SDOH and how prevention professionals can use this framework in developing innovative prevention strategies.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Define social determinants of health (SDOH) Describe how prevention planning can be embedded into the 5 domains of SDOH Identify opportunities for innovative collaboration     PRESENTERS: Nicole M Augustine is the Founder and CEO of RIZE Consultants, LLC, a strategic consulting firm founded in January 2015. Nicole is an entrepreneur, public health professional, and social justice advocate. Her journey in public health began at Cornell University when after graduating she worked for three years as a BASICS counselor for Cornell's campus harm reduction initiative.  From there, Nicole transitioned into the George Washington University School of Public Health before experiencing a rapid career progression from providing prevention education to providing training and technical assistance to communities, professionals, and state agencies. Nicole has served as the Project Coordinator for the Southeast PTTC, the Project Director of the NC Behavioral Health Equity Initiative, and the Prevention Director for the Addiction Professionals of NC. Nicole currently serves as an Advanced Implementation Specialist with the Opioid Response Network. This network is building trust across justice, corrections, and medical systems to address the opioid and stimulants crisis.

Description: Despite sustainability being a cross-cutting concept in prevention planning, it is often an afterthought or a moment of panic nearing the end of a grant cycle. Often our initiatives are funded by temporary grant opportunities, designed to jumpstart community change. This interactive virtual workshop will focused on the art of sustainability and how we maintain the human, social and material resources needed to achieve long-term goals for community change.   Learning Objectives: After participating in this training, participants will be able to: Define sustainability as a cross-cutting concept in the prevention Define and describe the three pillars of sustainability Identify a personal action step that will be implemented in the next 30 days.   About the Presenter: Nicole M. Augustine, Founder & CEO of RIZE Consultants, LLC Nicole M Augustine is the Founder & CEO RIZE Consultants, LLC, a strategic consulting firm founded in January 2015. Nicole is an entrepreneur, public health professional and social justice advocate. Her journey in public health began at Cornell University when after graduating she worked for three years as a BASICS counselor for Cornell's campus harm reduction initiative.  From there, Nicole transitioned into the George Washington University School of Public Health before experiencing a rapid career progression from providing prevention education to providing training and technical assistance to communities, professionals and state agencies.Nicole has served as the Project Coordinator for the Southeast PTTC, the Project Director of the NC Behavioral Health Equity Initiative, and the Prevention Director for the Addiction Professionals of NC. Nicole currently serves as an Advanced Implementation Specialist with the Opioid Response Network.This network is building trust across justice, corrections and medical systems to address the opioid and stimulants crisis.  

Happy New Year! This month, our theme for our video is “A Healthy New Year” We want to encourage you to look at 2022 with hope, healing, recovery, and schedule time to re-charge and take care of your wellbeing.     Español  ¡Feliz año nuevo! Este mes, el tema de nuestro video es “Un Año Nuevo Saludable” Nos gustaría alentarlos a mirar el año 2022 con esperanza, sanación interna, recuperación y un tiempo para recargarse y cuidar de su bienestar.     Português Feliz ano novo! Este mês, o tema do nosso vídeo é “Um Ano Novo Saudável” Queremos te encorajar a olhar para 2022 com esperança, cura, recuperação e reservar um tempo para recarregar as energías e cuidar do seu bem-estar.

Description: This webinar provided participants with a broad overview of the issues of faith and spirituality as protective factors, outlined the significant assets religious organizations possess and described how they can be mobilized to reduce substance misuse. Effective and innovative strategies for engaging faith leaders in prevention efforts were also discussed.   Learning Objectives: Participants learned about some of the challenges of working with the faith community Participants learned how community-based organizations and coalitions have successfully partnered with religious organizations in their communities.   About the Presenters: Tracy Johnson, Founder & Managing Partner of TTJ Group, LLC Tracy has over 29 years of experience working closely with states, nonprofits, small businesses, universities, communities and coalitions in helping them with community organizing, environmental strategies, strategic planning, substance abuse prevention, and cultural competence. He is also Managing Partner and Director of Training & Technical Assistance for SheRays’s & Associates, LLC. He currently is working with the state of Ohio’s Partnership for Success (SPF-PFS) and the Community Collective Impact Model for Change (CCIM4C) Initiative. He formerly was the Project Director of the federally funded Center for Substance Abuse Prevention's Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT) Central Regional Team (CSAP's Central RT). Mr. Johnson is a member of the Executive Team for the Southeast (HHS Region 4) Prevention Technology Transfer Center network, funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to improve implementation and delivery of effective substance abuse prevention interventions. Michael L. Dublin, Pastor for South Central Church of Christ Pastor Michael L. Dublin Sr. has served in the pastoral role at South Central church of Christ for the past 36 years. Pastor Dublin began his service to Christ Jesus in ministry as an Associate Minister at Brooks Avenue church of Christ in 1985 before his calling to Rochester Heights Church now South Central. Under God’s direction, South Central has grown spiritually and numerically and averages 180 on Sunday mornings. The current building where the congregation meets was completed in May 2006 and houses several ministries that are consistent with South Central’s God given vision to “Build a Better Community for the Coming Christ by Loving God, Each Other, and Serving the Community Through Intentional Evangelism”. Pastor Dublin has facilitated scripturally based, Substance Abuse Prevention and practical Marriage and Family workshops in a number of congregations of the Churches of Christ and is in growing demand to continue these workshops during this time of great stress in families and marriages and fluctuating drug use and misuse. Pastor Dublin has also worked in the field of Addictions as an Internationally Certified Substance Abuse Prevention Consultant for the past 34 years.  He currently serves as a consultant for NC ABC Talk It Out Program providing faith-based training to churches. Pastor Dublin has been married to Cecelia Crim of Dayton, Ohio for 36 years. They have a blended family of three adult daughters and two adult sons, 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Lesley Gabel, Certified Prevention Specialist Ms. Gabel is currently the Co-Chief Executive Officer at Prevention Resources (PR), a nonprofit agency presently covering Hunterdon, Somerset and Monmouth Counties, NJ. Lesley graduated with a Marketing degree from Hofstra University. She has over 30 years’ experience in key leadership roles in non-profit management and training with a focus on statistical analysis, auditing and process improvements. Ms. Gabel joined the Prevention Resource team in 2009 to direct and manage the federal Drug Free Communities grant program focusing on reducing underage drinking and drug misuse through the Safe Communities Coalition. The coalition has been recognized several times nationally for its’ outstanding successes and demonstrated outcomes in the area of prescription drug prevention and the reduction of underage drinking and marijuana; CADCA, Coalition of the Year, 2017, the National Coalition Milestone Award (February 2013) and the Dose of Prevention Award (2011). Additionally, she is incredibly proud to have received the 2018 Hunterdon County Business Woman of the Year award and Community Leader Award with the New Jersey Narcotics Enforcement Officers Association in 2016. Ms. Gabel has also been one of the team members responsible for developing a nationally recognized Faith Based coalition called “One Voice,” a collaborative network of faith-based organizations and the prosecutor’s office, focusing on community concerns, such as suicide, opioid and marijuana prevention. Ms. Gabel is passionate about creating a better community by being involved with many organizations. She has been fortunate to live in many parts of the country like Georgia, New York, California, Nevada, Colorado and now New Jersey. Most of all, Lesley enjoys her time with her family and dogs.

The National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center is pleased to share the Spanish versions of the Candidate Guide for the IC&RC Prevention Specialist Examination and The Rhode Island Prevention Specialist Certification Study guide. Here are the links to the guides on our website that you can access and share with your network: The IC&RC Candidate Guide/Guía del Candidato para el examen IC&RC de Especialista en Prevención (ENGLISH): The IC&RC Candidate Guide https://internationalcredentialing.org/resources/Candidate%20Guides/Prevention_Candidate_Guide.pdf.pdf The purpose of this Candidate Guide is to provide candidates with guidance for the IC&RC examination process. By providing candidates with background information on examination development, administration, and content, preparation for an IC&RC examination can be enhanced. (SPANISH): Guía del Candidato para el examen IC&RC de Especialista en Prevención   El propósito de esta Guía para Candidatos es para proporcionar a los candidatos una orientación para el proceso de examinación de IC&RC. Al ofrecer a los candidatos información con antecedentes sobre el desarrollo, la administración y el contenido de los exámenes, se puede mejorar la preparación para un examen de IC&RC. Rhode Island Prevention Specialist Certification: Study Guide for the Certification Exam/La Guia de estudio para el examen de Certificación de Rhode Island (ENGLISH): Rhode Island Prevention Specialist Certification: Study Guide for the Certification Exam https://internationalcredentialing.org/resources/Documents/PreventionCertificationStudyGuide.pdf This Guide was designed as a study aid to help prevention professionals prepare for and pass the Rhode Island Prevention Specialist Certification Exam. (SPANISH): La Guia de estudio para el examen de Certificación de Rhode Island   La guía fue diseñada como una ayuda al estudio para que los profesionales puedan preparar y aprobar el Examen de Certificación de Rhode Island como Especialista en Prevención.

Description: The Southeast region has a strong history of military service. Of the states with highest numbers of troops serving post 9/11, 5 of them are in the Southeast (South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina). This 90-minute webinar will highlight community-level collaborative approaches for substance misuse prevention for National Guard & Reserve Soldiers and their communities. We will learn about the National Guard, their unique culture, and challenges faced by service members that may contribute to substance misuse. We will briefly explore environmental strategies to change the context in which our service members live, work, play and learn. Finally, we will learn about two collaborative efforts happening in North Carolina and Florida between the National Guard’s Drug Demand Reduction Outreach Program and a community coalition partner.   Learning Objectives: Learn about the National Guard and their role in substance use prevention for service members and communities Explore strong collaborations in Florida and North Carolina between the National Guard’s Drug Demand Reduction Program and community coalition Describe examples of environmental strategies such as policy that can impact the community context with an emphasis on alcohol   About the Presenters: Captain Michael Coy is the Drug Demand Reduction Outreach Program Manager for the Florida National Guard Counterdrug Program.  Captain Coy has been in the National Guard for over fifteen years.  His current efforts involve drug prevention, community outreach, a public awareness campaign, and creating an environment of statewide partnership in regards to cross-jurisdiction cooperation, information sharing, and communal response. His direct support has led to the collection of approximately 10,000 pounds of prescription medication in the north Florida region in collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Agency, local law enforcement agencies, and local community based organizations. He and his team were also responsible for presenting the Florida National Guard drug prevention program to over 69,000 elementary, middle, and high schools students across the state of Florida. Erin Jamieson Day joined Community Impact NC in October of 2018 and is the Chief Operating Officer.  In 2006, she received a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.A. in Religion & Philosophy from Barton College. Erin has worked for over 10 years in the prevention of substance use disorders.  She has experience in leading a community coalition and training communities to begin community level prevention efforts.  She has received Coalition Academy training through Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, is a trained Recovery Coach, and has had training in racial equity and disparity issues through the Racial Equity Institute. Erin currently serves on the board of the NC Prevention Providers Association. Locally she serves on the board of the Wilson Housing Authority, the Wilson Housing Development Corp., the Wilson County ABC Board, the Wilson Chamber of Commerce, and belongs to The Rotary Club of Wilson.   Kathleen Roberts, MS, is the Executive Director of Community Coalition Alliance (CCA), Inc. She has over fifteen (15) years of experience working in behavioral health at the local community level, regional level, and state level. She received her Master of Science in Criminology from Florida State University in 2010 as well as a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from University of Central Florida in 2003. In her role at CCA, she works with community coalitions, providers, and partners to assess substance misuse problems through data as well as identify research supported efforts to address the problems identified related to substance misuse. Ms. Roberts’s research background has focused on substance abuse, mental health, early childhood, social norms, antisocial behavior, parental influence, sexual violence, and prevention efforts. She also provides ongoing technical assistance and training and serves as one of the key trainers for Florida with the Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Training (SAPST) Curriculum supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Prior to joining CCA, Ms. Roberts was the Clinical Team Lead at the Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) focusing on behavioral health related programmatic, clinical, and policy areas. In this role, she served as the State’s epidemiology workgroup coordinator, the team lead for the SAMH Clinical Team, and Florida’s National Prevention Network designee. Additionally, Ms. Roberts has served as a Research Associate at Florida State University working on behavioral health related projects across communities in Florida.    Master Sergeant Nicole Smashum Lynch is a graduate of North Carolina Central University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. She has also completed her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from NC Agricultural and Technical State University. Master Sergeant Smashum Lynch’s military education consist of Civil Operations Phase I Course January 2009, Prevention Treatment and Outreach Coordinator Course May 2012, Joint Substance Abuse Coordinator Course July 2012, and Drug Demand Reduction and Outreach Phase I February 2020. She is serving as a Civil Operator with the North Carolina National Guard Counterdrug Program. Her primary focus involves supporting coalition efforts with a substance abuse prevention nexus. Master Sergeant Smashum Lynch also served as the National Guard State Prevention Coordinator. She was responsible for teaching Substance Abuse Prevention Education to NC National Guard members. Previously she served as enlisted support in Drug Demand Reduction/Civil Operations from December 2008 to September 2011. Alicia Sparks, PhD, MPH, has over 10 years’ experience in alcohol and other substance use-related research design, implementation and evaluation. Dr. Alicia Sparks has nearly a decade of research experience on military health issues, particularly substance use. She has written multiple peer-reviewed journal articles on alcohol and tobacco policy issues, including research on the behavioral health of active-duty service members and their families. Dr. Sparks received her MPH from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and obtained her PhD from the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, studying the impact of the alcohol environment on alcohol consumption and related harms in the U.S. military.

  This month, our National Hispanic and Latino ATTC and PTTC would like to celebrate World AIDS Day. The theme for World AIDS Day in 2021 is “Ending the HIV Epidemic: Equitable Access, Everyone’s Voice”. To learn more, please watch this video and access the links below. Sources and Resources: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/hiv-self-tests.html https://WWW.AHF.ORG https://WWW.AIDShealth.ORG https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Prevention-and-Treatment-of-HIV-Among-People-Living-with-Substance-Use-and-or-Mental-Disorders/PEP20-06-03-001 https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pdf/group/racialethnic/hispanic-latino/cdc-hiv-group-hispanic-latino-factsheet.pdf https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/hiv-aids-awareness-days/world-aids-day#:~:text=World%20AIDS%20Day%2C%20held%20each,support%20those%20living%20with%20HIV https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/hiv-self-tests.html  #NLBHA #NHLATTC #NHLPTTC             Español  En Diciembre, nuestros Centros Nacionales Hispano y Latino ATTC y PTTC desean honrar el Día Mundial del SIDA. El tema del Día Mundial del Sida en 2021 es "Poner fin a la epidemia del VIH: acceso equitativo, la voz de todos". Para obtener más información, visite: Fuentes y recursos: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/hiv-self-tests.html https://WWW.AHF.ORG https://WWW.AIDShealth.ORG https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Prevention-and-Treatment-of-HIV-Among-People-Living-with-Substance-Use-and-or-Mental-Disorders/PEP20-06-03-001 https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pdf/group/racialethnic/hispanic-latino/cdc-hiv-group-hispanic-latino-factsheet.pdf https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/hiv-aids-awareness-days/world-aids-day#:~:text=World%20AIDS%20Day%2C%20held%20each,support%20those%20living%20with%20HIV https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/hiv-self-tests.html  #NLBHA #NHLATTC #NHLPTTC           Português Neste mês, nossos Centros Nacionais Hispânico-Latino ATTC e PTTC gostariam de celebrar o Dia Mundial da AIDS. O tema do Dia Mundial da AIDS em 2021 é “Acabar com a epidemia de HIV: Acesso equitativo, voz de todos. Para obter mais informações, por favor assista esse video e acesse os links abaixo. Fontes e recursos: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/hiv-self-tests.html https://WWW.AHF.ORG https://WWW.AIDShealth.ORG https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Prevention-and-Treatment-of-HIV-Among-People-Living-with-Substance-Use-and-or-Mental-Disorders/PEP20-06-03-001 https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pdf/group/racialethnic/hispanic-latino/cdc-hiv-group-hispanic-latino-factsheet.pdf https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/hiv-aids-awareness-days/world-aids-day#:~:text=World%20AIDS%20Day%2C%20held%20each,support%20those%20living%20with%20HIV https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/hiv-self-tests.html  #NLBHA #NHLATTC #NHLPTTC  

According to the CDC, HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. It weakens a person’s immune system by destroying important cells that fight disease and infection. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), which is the final stage of an HIV infection when the body is unable to fend off disease. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) states, infection happens primarily when people inject drugs and share needles, or other drug equipment and/or when people have unprotected sex with a partner who is already infected. As stated by the CDC, there is currently no effective cure for HIV. Once people get HIV, they have it for life. But with proper medical care, HIV can be controlled. People with HIV who get effective HIV treatment can live long, healthy lives and protect their partner(s). SAMHSA also reports mental illness can interfere with HIV prevention, and adherence to treatment. Mental illness is also linked to behaviors that increase the likelihood of contracting HIV. Download the latest factsheet on HIV/AIDS Awareness and Prevention in the Hispanic and Latino/a/e/x communities for more information, including risk factors and challenges, prevention solutions, and other resources.  

The National Hispanic and Latino Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NHL ATTC) and The National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center (NHL PTTC), both housed at The National Latino Behavioral Health Association (NLBHA), are pleased to deliver an incredible toolkit with several resources around the El Día De Los Muertos/Day of the Dead, Grief and Loss. Our goal with this toolkit is to not only normalize grief and offer options for healthy coping mechanisms, but also to help our communities to find support and healthy outlets to express their pain and grief. This is an extensive directory of resources that our team carefully prepared for you. You will find articles, webinars, fact sheets, support groups, books recommendations, videos, movies, and resources to approach the topic with children. Some of the resources are available in all three languages (English, Spanish and Portuguese). We hope these resources are useful for you and for your healing process. Please share it with your family, friends, and colleagues. Stay safe, healthy, and remember we are all in this together. Thank you. ¡Gracias! Obrigado. Español Los Centros Nacionales Hispano y Latino de Asistencia Técnica en Adicción y Prevención, ambos ubicados dentro de la Asociación Nacional Latina de Salud Mental y Adicciones, se complace en entregar esta increíble caja de herramientas con varios recursos alrededor de El Día de Los Muertos/Día de Muertos, Duelo y Pérdida. Nuestro objetivo con esta caja de herramientas es no sólo normalizar el duelo y ofrecer opciones para mecanismos de afrontamiento saludables, sino también ayudar a nuestras comunidades a encontrar apoyo y salidas saludables para expresar su dolor y pena. Este es un extenso directorio de recursos que nuestro equipo preparó cuidadosamente para usted. Encontrará artículos, seminarios web, hojas informativas, grupos de apoyo, recomendaciones de libros, videos, películas y recursos para abordar el tema con los niños. Algunos de los recursos están disponibles en los tres idiomas (inglés, español y portugués). Esperamos que estos recursos sean útiles para usted y para su proceso de curación. Por favor, compártalo con su familia, amigos y colegas. Mantente a salvo, saludable, y recuerda que estamos todos juntos en esto. Gracias. ¡Gracias! Obrigado. Portugués O Centro Nacional Hispânico-Latino de Treinamento e Assistência Técnica em Abuso de Substâncias (NHL ATTC) e o Centro Nacional Hispânico- Latino de Treinamento e Assistência Técnica em Prevenção (NHL PTTC), ambos sediados na Associação Nacional Latina de Saúde Mental e Abuso de Substâncias (NLBHA), têm o prazer de oferecer este kit de ferramentas incrível com diversos recursos sobre o Dia de Finados, Luto e Perda. Nosso objetivo com este kit de ferramentas é não apenas normalizar o luto e oferecer opções para mecanismos de enfrentamento saudáveis, mas também ajudar nossas comunidades a encontrar apoio e formas saudáveis para expressar sua dor e sofrimento. Este é um extenso diretório de recursos que nossa equipe preparou cuidadosamente para você. Você encontrará artigos, webinars, folhetos educativos, grupos de apoio, recomendações de livros, vídeos, filmes e recursos para abordar o assunto com crianças. Alguns dos recursos estão disponíveis nos três idiomas (Inglês, Espanhol e Português). Esperamos que esses materiais sejam úteis para você e para o seu processo de cura. Por gentileza, compartilhe com sua família, amigos e colegas. Fique seguro, saudável e lembre-se de que estamos todos juntos. Gracias. ¡Gracias! Obrigado. Introduction Videos    Directory of Resources This is an extensive directory of resources that our team carefully prepared for you. You will find articles, webinars, fact sheets, support groups, books recommendations, videos, movies, and resources to approach the topic with children.       Factsheets   Día De Los Muertos, How to honor those that we lost and deal with grief?     Grief and Loss in Hispanic and Latino Communities     Webinars   Talking about Grief and COVID-19 in the Hispanic and Latin Community: Life Experiences and Therapeutic Strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Talking about Grief and COVID-19 in the Hispanic and Latin Community: Life Experiences and Therapeutic Strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy [English]   Hablando sobre el duelo y el COVID-19: experiencias de vida y estrategieas terapéuticas desde la terapie de aceptación y compromiso [Español]   Conversando sobre Luto e COVID-19 na Comunidade Hispânica e Latina: Experiências de vida e Estratégias da Terapia de Aceitação e Compromisso [Portuguese]   Webinar Q&A Followup     Understanding, Going Through, and Managing Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Life with the Covid-19 pandemic for Latinos with a view on Latino Men:&nbsp [Part 1] Understanding, Going Through, and Managing Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Life with the Covid-19 pandemic for Latinos with a view on Latino Men [Part 1] Understanding, Going Through, and Managing Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Life with the Covid-19 pandemic for Latinos with a view on Latino Men [Part 2] Understanding, Going Through, and Managing Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Life with the Covid-19 pandemic for Latinos with a view on Latino Men [Part 2] Understanding, Going Through, and Managing Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Life with the Covid-19 pandemic for Latinos with a view on Latino Men [Part 3] Understanding, Going Through, and Managing Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Life with the Covid-19 pandemic for Latinos with a view on Latino Men [Part 3]   Page last reviewed: October 19, 2022

   This month, our National Hispanic and Latino ATTC and PTTC would like to celebrate El Día De Los Muertos/ The Day of the Dead, as a traditional and healthy way to cope with the loss of those we love and care for. To learn more, please access our webpages: https://attcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-and-latino-attc/home and https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-latino-pttc/home Sources: https://latino.si.edu/LVM/DayOfTheDead https://www.joincake.com/blog/day-of-the-dead-symbols/ #NLBHA #NHLATTC #NHLPTTC   Español  Nuestros Centros Nacionales Hispano y Latino ATTC y PTTC desean honrar El Día de Los Muertos como una forma tradicional y saludable de manejar la pérdida de aquellos que amamos y que son importantes para nosotros. Para obtener más información, visite: https://attcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-and-latino-attc/home y https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-latino-pttc/home Fuentes: https://latino.si.edu/LVM/DayOfTheDead https://www.joincake.com/blog/day-of-the-dead-symbols/ #NLBHA #NHLATTC #NHLPTTC   Português Neste mês, nossos Centros Nacionais Hispânico-Latino ATTC e PTTC gostariam de homenagear o Dia de Finados, como uma forma tradicional e saudável de enfrentar a perda daqueles que amamos. Para obter mais informações, visite nossas páginas: https://attcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-and-latino-attc/home e https://pttcnetwork.org/centers/national-hispanic-latino-pttc/home/p> Fontes: https://latino.si.edu/LVM/DayOfTheDead https://www.joincake.com/blog/day-of-the-dead-symbols/ #NLBHA #NHLATTC #NHLPTTC  

The Great Lakes Current is the monthly e-newsletter of the Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC, and PTTC.  The September 2021 edition features National Recovery Month 2021, the Counselor's Corner blog, a snapshot of Region 5 Recovery Month events, and a calendar of events. 

This presentation is an Spanish translation of a webinar that was presented in Portuguese. Este webinar oferecerá uma visão geral das políticas dos Estados Unidos da América e dos padrões de uso de substâncias pelos jovens e como elas afetam os jovens de ascendência latina/hispânica. Este treinamento também trará sugestões baseadas em evidências para professores, pais e líderes da comunidade sobre como ajudar a prevenir o início precoce dessas drogas. Additional Resources/Recursos Adicionales/Recursos Adicionais Factsheets/hojas informativas/fichas técnicas English - Download the Smoking and vaping in the Americas: Policy implications for Prevention factsheet for more information and resources Español - Haga clic aquí para descargar la hoja educativa titulada Fumando y vapeando en las Américas: Implicaciones Políticas para la Prevención. Português - Clique aqui para fazer o download da ficha educativa intitulada Fumando e vaporizando nas Américas: Considerações sobre Prevenção e Políticas Públicas   Translations       Biogafia: Dra. Beatriz Carlini, PhD, MPH (Bia) é pesquisadora cientista do Instituto de Adição, Drogas e Álcool e Drogas da Universidade de Washington (ADAI) e Professora Associada Afiliada da Escola de Saúde Pública do Departamento de Serviços de Saúde. Em sua carreira de pesquisa, Dr. Carlini tem se dedicado a compreender o impacto na saúde pública de substâncias psicoativas legais, como álcool, inalantes, tabaco e, mais recentemente, cannabis. Desde 2016, Dra. Carlini lidera a Pesquisa e Educação sobre Cannabis da ADAI, incluindo a coordenação de colaboração com outros pesquisadores de cannabis na Universidade de Washington, atuando como Presidente do Programa de Simpósio de Pesquisa de Cannabis da Universidade de Washington e agindo como ponto de conexão entre legisladores no estado e pesquisadores de outras universidades . Em 2019, ela foi nomeada Diretora do Programa de Estudos sobre Tabaco na Escola de Saúde Pública da Universidade de Washington, onde também leciona Disparidades de Saúde e Justiça Social relacionadas ao Tabaco. Como uma imigrante de primeira geração e cidadã americana nascida no exterior, Dr. Carlini está especialmente interessada no impacto da cannabis e do uso do tabaco na perpetuação das disparidades sociais e de saúde. Dr. Carlini tem paixão por promover a inclusão social, desafiar estereótipos e combater o estigma. Ela aplica uma lente de equidade em seu trabalho como pesquisadora e educadora.

July 23, 2021, 10:00am-12:00pm Course Description  While interpersonal violence is a global issue, the spread of gender violence has reached levels of urgency such that the Governor of Puerto Rico, Pedro Pierluisi, declared a state of emergency for the island in January of 2021.  This session focuses on how to support professionals who work with individuals within Hispanic/Latina communities who are experiencing gender-based violence  This two-hour interactive webinar will identify the dynamics of Intimate Partner Violence, social services to support, explore how an on-site safety plan can be a resource for victims, and inform on culture and trauma informed strategies that support Latina victims of intimate partner violence. Presenter Diana Padilla -- is Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute, Division of Substance Use Disorders, Columbia University Medical Center. Ms. She is a Senior Trainer with more than 23 years of public health service, instructing behavioral health practitioners, prevention specialists and drug court professionals on addictions and recovery supporting best practices.  Supplemental Material Transcript Session Slides  

A wonderful conversation with Priscila Giamassi from the National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center. This episode dives into a powerful leadership academy, special video project, family bonds, a speakers debut, and one very special event coming up.  National Hispanic and Latino Prevention Technology Transfer Center   National Latino Behavioral Health Virtual Conference: Envisioning Latino Behavioral Health Equity in the Next Decade, September 16-17, 2021 https://www.linkedin.com/company/nhlpttc https://twitter.com/NHLPTTC https://www.facebook.com/NHLPTTC     

We are honored to present a 4-part virtual learning series as a collaboration between the Central East PTTC, Central East ATTC, National American Indian & Alaska Natives PTTC, and the National Hispanic and Latino PTTC.  Together, we will connect you with subject matter experts from various diverse cultural backgrounds.  This will provide a perspective of what LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC individuals would like Prevention Professionals to know when serving the population.   We will start by interpreting acronyms associated with LGBTQIA2S+ communities:  LGTBQIA2S+ is an acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit, and countless affirmative ways in which people choose to self-identify. BIPOC refers to Black, Indigenous, and people of color.  People of color is an umbrella term generalized to all people who aren’t white.   Please join us for a roundtable discussion.  Participants will have an opportunity to learn from subject matter experts, as well individuals whom identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA2S+.  Cultural aspects and specifics of each culture represented in the series will be discussed, as well as what historical data are behind the challenges faced by each group.   Participants will also learn about the specific risk and protective factors, difficulties the communities are experiencing with current Behavioral Health Systems, how to enhance the strengths of each system to increase engagement and retention, as well as many other critical topics.   By the end of the series, participants will leave with knowledge and tangible actions to help make a difference, as an important part of our role as prevention professionals.  What can we do to educate ourselves and serve the population better and with respect and humility?    Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions for our presenters during the live event.  Series Overall Learning Objectives Participants will deep dive into the cultural aspects and specifics of each culture represented in this panel discussion. They will also learn about the risk factors and historical data behind the challenges from each culture.  Participants will learn how to identify and - more importantly – how to increase the Protective Factors, highlighting the differences between different people and cultures, celebrating the strengthens across the communities, and finding ways to thrive together.   Participants will get an overview of the challenges and strengths of the current behavioral health system, how to improve it, and moving the needle toward increasing engagement and retention.  Call to Action: Participants will gain from panelists, what lessons are learned, and what to do next? What are the tools and resources you need to start or enhance your efforts towards diversity and inclusion?   Additional Resources Presentation Slides About the Panelists Anna Mable-Jones CPRS, NCPRSS Anna Mable-Jones CPRS, NCPRSS Anna Mable-Jones CPRS, NCPRSS is an Oxford House Resource Coordinator in DC and Maryland, a nonprofit network of 2,684 (internationally) self-help recovery homes. She assisted in opening 43 DC/MD Oxford Houses. She is a woman in long-term recovery who has been in recovery since 1999 and has worked with Oxford House, Inc. since 2000, recipient of the 2005 Oxford House Founders Award. Anna is a true ambassador for women in recovery. She radiates the power of recovery and transformation every day. Anna is a trainer in Wellness Recovery Action Plan Facilitator and CCAR Recovery Coaching Trainer. Anna is in here 4th year training to become a Core Energetics Practitioner. She has had many opportunities to work with community organizations and leaders to promote the societal benefits of prevention, treatment and recovery for substance abuse and mental illness. One of Anna’s passions in life is to be a continuous educator of hope and persistence and shares her experiences freely. Along with devoting her spirited knowledge to Oxford House, she has also created a successful 12-Step bible study called Life Recovery at her local church. Anna is also a Reiki Master Teacher and a founding member of District of Columbia Recovery Community Alliance (DCRCA) a Peer Operated Center. Demetrie Garner Demetrie Garner is a Peer Recovery Specialist at the Emergency Department. This has given him the vantage point to encounter minority disparities. A lack of health communication targeted to African-Americans, and other minorities help further this disparity. As a Peer Recovery Specialist, the visible cracks of systemic inadequacies in health care and its access garners attention and policy changes in patients with substance use disorders. The experience in active addiction abusing opiates, cocaine, and alcohol for 26 years with countless relapses fostered the expertise needed to help others in active addiction. Finding recovery over the last 2 and 1/2 years while working in the recovery field has given Demetrie a unique perspective on recidivism and retention throughout the process of recovery. With the help of the God of his understanding (Jesus Christ), Narcotics Anonymous, and healthy relationships, the pathway of a daily reprieve from active addiction is now possible. Continuous work through pastoral licensed counseling has unlocked the acceptance of childhood molestation and recovery from trauma. Demetrie is currently a Pre-McNair Scholar with ambitions to attend the UMBC School of Public Policy M.P.P Program in spring of 2022 after obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in Public Health. Matt Ignacio (Tohono O’odham), PhD, MSSW Dr. Ignacio is currently an Assistant Professor at Arizona State University’s School of Social Work located in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions. He has previously worked with the National American Indian and Alaska Native ATTC as a Research Manager and as a Senior Behavioral Health Consultant. Matt has also worked for the National Native American AIDS Prevention Center (NNAAPC) overseeing HIV education and capacity-building assistance programs. Prior to NNAAPC, Matt worked in the Michael Palm Center for AIDS Care and Support at Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC), the world's first and largest AIDS service organization located in New York City. His responsibilities included developing, implementing and evaluating GMHC’s first sterile syringe access program and providing harm reduction-based alcohol and drug counseling. Matt received his Doctorate of Philosophy in Social Welfare at the University of Washington School of Social Work, his Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work, and his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of California in Santa Barbara. Mr. Humberto Orozco Mr. Humberto Orozco grew up in Gainesville, Georgia and comes from a humble, hardworking family with roots in Mexico. At eight years of age, his family moved to the U.S., where he went on to become a first-generation college graduate. As a person of queer, immigrant experience, Humberto became aware of the injeñustices faces by people of marginalized identities and, as a result, equity and liberation guided him to involved in community activism. Humberto earned a B.A. at the University of Georgia and has remained involved as a volunteer with organizations whose mission aligns with his personal mission of empowering people and centering equity at all levels. Humberto currently leads Latino LinQ’s Board of Directors and is a community educator at the Emory University School of Medicine.

This presentation is an English translation of a webinar that was presented in Portuguese. Este webinar oferecerá uma visão geral das políticas dos Estados Unidos da América e dos padrões de uso de substâncias pelos jovens e como elas afetam os jovens de ascendência latina/hispânica. Este treinamento também trará sugestões baseadas em evidências para professores, pais e líderes da comunidade sobre como ajudar a prevenir o início precoce dessas drogas. Additional Resources/Recursos Adicionales/Recursos Adicionais Factsheets/hojas informativas/fichas técnicas English - Download the Smoking and vaping in the Americas: Policy implications for Prevention factsheet for more information and resources Español - Haga clic aquí para descargar la hoja educativa titulada Fumando y vapeando en las Américas: Implicaciones Políticas para la Prevención. Português - Clique aqui para fazer o download da ficha educativa intitulada Fumando e vaporizando nas Américas: Considerações sobre Prevenção e Políticas Públicas   Translations       Biogafia: Dra. Beatriz Carlini, PhD, MPH (Bia) é pesquisadora cientista do Instituto de Adição, Drogas e Álcool e Drogas da Universidade de Washington (ADAI) e Professora Associada Afiliada da Escola de Saúde Pública do Departamento de Serviços de Saúde. Em sua carreira de pesquisa, Dr. Carlini tem se dedicado a compreender o impacto na saúde pública de substâncias psicoativas legais, como álcool, inalantes, tabaco e, mais recentemente, cannabis. Desde 2016, Dra. Carlini lidera a Pesquisa e Educação sobre Cannabis da ADAI, incluindo a coordenação de colaboração com outros pesquisadores de cannabis na Universidade de Washington, atuando como Presidente do Programa de Simpósio de Pesquisa de Cannabis da Universidade de Washington e agindo como ponto de conexão entre legisladores no estado e pesquisadores de outras universidades . Em 2019, ela foi nomeada Diretora do Programa de Estudos sobre Tabaco na Escola de Saúde Pública da Universidade de Washington, onde também leciona Disparidades de Saúde e Justiça Social relacionadas ao Tabaco. Como uma imigrante de primeira geração e cidadã americana nascida no exterior, Dr. Carlini está especialmente interessada no impacto da cannabis e do uso do tabaco na perpetuação das disparidades sociais e de saúde. Dr. Carlini tem paixão por promover a inclusão social, desafiar estereótipos e combater o estigma. Ela aplica uma lente de equidade em seu trabalho como pesquisadora e educadora.