Past Events

A series providing an exploration of Indigenous prevention methods. The sessions will provide experts to share Indigenous ways of knowing that support strength-based approaches from a cultural context to assist tribal communities in healing. JUNE 7 Dr. Ken Winters & Dr. Allison Baez, Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation “Culture as a Strength-Based Approach for Holistic Prevention in Substance Use” June 21 Jason Champagne, Red Lake Nation , MPH “Applying Indigeneity to Prevention” JULY 12 Dr. Jacque Gray, Cherokee and Choctaw descent “Looking at Indigenous Frameworks” July 26 Dr. Art Blume, Cherokee and Choctaw “Indigenizing Treatment Services”

Join us for a Question and Answer Webinar titled: Unmasking the Crisis: Exploring Intentional Substance Use Disorder Overdoses Among the Hispanic/Latino Population Understanding the Factors, Addressing the Crisis, and Promoting Resilience About the Panelists DR. CRISTINA RABADAN-DIEHL, PHARMD, PHD, MPH After 25 years at the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Health and Human Services, Dr. Rabadán-Diehl joined Westat in 2018. A multidisciplinary scientist with extensive experience in chronic non-communicable diseases and global health, Dr. Rabadán-Diehl serves as a scientific lead in several projects in addition to developing partnerships with domestic and international government and nongovernment stakeholders.   DR. FERNANDO J. GONZALEZ Dr. Fernando J. Gonzalez has more than 37 years of experience managing public health programs and projects in the United States, México, U.S.-México Border, and Global South Countries. He currently serves as Manager for the EMS Opioid Rapid Response and Prevention Program, UTHealth Science Center San Antonio/Project Vida, El Paso, TX.   DR. J ROCKY ROMERO, PHD, LMSW As the Owner and CEO of JR Romero & Associates, Dr. J. Rocky Romero has been a pioneer in the development, evaluation, and consultation of behavioral health programs for 22 years. A former Assistant Professor at the New Mexico Highlands University School of Social Work in Albuquerque, NM, Dr. Romero has an extensive academic background in social work. In addition, he was a member of Governor Richardson's Higher Education Cultural Competency Taskforce.

La Estrategia de Desarrollo Social: En español   Descripción del Taller Este taller consiste en 3 sesiones de capacitación a distancia (virtual) y ofrece una oportunidad interactiva para que los/las participantes exploren cómo promover y fortalecer los factores de protección en sus comunidades, escuelas y familias, usando la Estrategia de Desarrollo Social (EDS).   A través de las 3 sesiones, los/las participantes tendrán la oportunidad de aprender nuevos conceptos y practicar habilidades en actividades grupales e individuales, lecturas y discusión de temas relevantes al desarrollo sano de los/las jóvenes.   ¿A quién está dirigido este taller? Este evento es para personas de habla Hispana que trabajan en el área de la prevención del consumo de sustancias en los estados de Alaska, Idaho, Oregon y Washington. Es un evento útil para aquellos que trabajan con jóvenes y familias, en escuelas o comunidades, o que facilitan coaliciones comunitarias.   Fechas y horarios Miércoles 12 de julio, 10 am – 12 pm PT Miércoles 19 de julio, 10 am – 12 pm PT Miércoles 26 de julio, 10 am – 12 pm PT (Ver en su zona horaria)   Entrenadora Nicole Eisenberg, PhD, es investigadora de la Universidad de Washington en Seattle, y directora de programas internacionales en el Center for Communities that Care. Nicole creció en Santiago, Chile, y lleva más de 30 años trabajando en estudios que promueven el desarrollo saludable de los/las niños, niñas y jóvenes. Es entrenadora bilingüe del programa Guiding Good Choices (Guiando Buenas Decisiones), y ha colaborado en la implementación y evaluación de programas preventivos en los Estados Unidos y Latinoamérica.       Expectativas y responsabilidades para los participantes Participar en las tres sesiones del taller. Cada sesión durará 2 horas. Completar algunas breves tareas para la casa o lecturas entre cada sesión (menos de una hora). Usar una videocámara y tener acceso a la plataforma de videoconferencia (ej.: conexión a internet, computadora o Tablet, micrófono y parlantes, cámara de video). Participar activamente y estar con la cámara encendida un 90% del tiempo durante cada sesión. Este no es un “webinar” sino que un taller que requiere participación activa y tareas, elementos esenciales para desarrollar habilidades.   Créditos de educación continua Para recibir 6 horas de créditos de “educación continua,” se espera que los participantes se unan y participen activamente en cada sesión y completen las tareas individuales de aprendizaje previas o posteriores a cada sesión.   Inscripción: La Estrategia de Desarrollo Social Si no puede comprometerse a participar en las tres sesiones y cumplir con los requisitos, por favor no se inscriba en este taller, para poder dejar espacios para otros/as participantes. Cupos limitados a 20 participantes, máximo.   ¿Preguntas?  Por favor contacte a [email protected] si tiene preguntas acerca del taller y a [email protected] si tiene dificultades para conectarse a la sesión.

DESCRIPTION: The NIATx Virtual Change Leader Academy for Prevention Practitioners is the web-based version of the popular NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA). The CLA has given thousands of behavioral health organizations the tools to make real changes that improve their systems and processes. This interactive, expert-led program includes four, weekly, 90-minute learning sessions. SPECIAL FOCUS: The target audience of this CLA is the substance misuse prevention workforce of HHS Region 5.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Participants in the virtual CLA will learn: The NIATx principles and how they motivate positive change in substance misuse prevention work How to build a change team and integrate NIATx principles at the organizational and coalition level How to conduct a change project to improve a specific process within substance misuse prevention work     CONTINUING EDUCATION: A certificate for 6 NAADAC continuing education hours will be emailed to participants who attend the four-part training session in full. Partial credits will not be awarded.     TRAINING SCHEDULE: This series is taking place on July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 2023 from 10:00 AM–11:30 AM CT.     PRESENTERS:  Scott Gatzke Scott Gatzke is the Director of Dissemination for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies (CHESS) and the Great Lakes ATTC, MHTTC and PTTC. Scott has over 25 years of experience as an operations and quality improvement manager in manufacturing and health care and is a senior NIATx coach/trainer. He has presented the NIATx Change Leader Academy to behavioral health, social service, and substance misuse prevention professionals throughout the United States. Erin Ficker Erin Ficker serves as a prevention manager for the Great Lakes PTTC. For more than 14 years, Erin has worked in substance abuse prevention supporting communities to use evidence-based strategies and data-driven processes in substance abuse prevention planning and implementation.  She works with community level prevention practitioners and schools in the development, implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of prevention interventions.     The Great Lakes PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To apply to participate in the SAPST: Complete the free, self-paced online course Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention: Understanding the Basics. Complete and submit the online application for this course. Please have your certificate of completion for the Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention course available – you will be asked to upload it during the application process. The course is limited to 40 participants working in Region 5 (IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI) on a first come, first-serve basis for applicants who meet the required criteria. Click the “REGISTER” button above to access the application form. Applications will close when the course is filled.     DATES: July 10, 13, 17, and 20, 2023 from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM CT     HOW TO APPLY: Click the “REGISTER” button above to access the application form.     DESCRIPTION: The Virtual Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Training (SAPST) is an innovative distance-learning training that blends a pre-requisite, self-paced online course with a combination of live, interactive sessions conducted over video conferencing and individual homework assignments completed before and between the live sessions. Grounded in current research and SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), the Virtual SAPST provides foundational knowledge and skills necessary to implement effective, data-driven prevention interventions that improve substance-related outcomes, reduce behavioral health disparities, and improve wellness.   The Virtual SAPST includes the following topic areas: Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention: Understanding the Basics (self-paced, online)         Basic terminology and facts         History of substance use and prevention in the U.S.         Addiction and the brain Effects and health risks of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs Setting the Foundation: From Theory to Practice (live video-conference sessions and homework activities)         Behavioral health         Institute of Medicine’s/National Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine’s Continuum of Care         Public health approach         Risk and protective factors Developmental perspective Application: SAMHSA’s SPF (live video-conference sessions and homework activities)         Assessment, capacity, planning, implementation, and evaluation         Cultural competence, sustainability     AUDIENCE: The SAPST is designed for: Entry-level (less than five years) prevention administrators and practitioners Members of substance misuse prevention community coalitions Professionals working in fields related to substance misuse prevention Training and technical assistance providers supporting those in the substance misuse prevention workforce and broader community   Please note that due to the high demand for the SAPST, we will only accept applications from those who are substance misuse prevention practitioners located in HHS Region 5 (Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin).   Participant Commitment and Expectations: Complete the self-paced online course, Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention: Understanding the Basics and submit the online application. Participate in all 4 virtual sessions of training on July 10, 13, 17, and 20, 2023 from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM CT. Complete and submit homework assignments between each training session via a Google form. (approx. 2 hours of homework will be assigned each session) Have the appropriate technology and work environment available to join the Zoom training sessions. Actively engage during training sessions using both camera and microphone — participants must be on camera at least 90% of the time.     CERTIFICATES: Participants that fully attend all sessions and satisfy all course requirements will receive a certificate of attendance for 22 contact hours No partial credit will be given for this course Participants will need to confirm with their certification board to determine if these contract hours are accepted towards their specific certification requirements     PRESENTERS:  Albert Gay Albert Gay is a national trainer and consultant in the field of substance use prevention. He has worked with governmental agencies, as well as with Indiana University’s School of Public Health as an Education and Training Specialist and Research Associate with the Prevention Insights.  In this position, he coordinates substance use and HIV prevention strategies and training. Nationally, he has trained the behavioral health workforce, the United States military, and diverse population groups and community coalitions in the Strategic Prevention Framework. Locally, Albert was the coordinator for a Communities That Care coalition; and currently, he is the chair of a county council and a key stakeholder for a city-wide coalition (both of which are Drug-Free Communities Coalitions). Besides prevention, his other areas of interest include youth work, faith-based initiatives, mental health promotion, social justice, cultural competence, historical trauma, organizational development, and strategic planning.  Michelle Majeres  Michelle Majeres is a senior prevention specialist with over 18 years in the field and lives in South Dakota. She is an experienced trainer in substance misuse prevention, suicide prevention and mental health promotion. Michelle is trained to deliver several evidence-based prevention programs.  She brings extensive experience as a trainer and technical assistance (T/TA) provider. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology with an emphasis on Social Work and Human Resources from South Dakota State University. She is also a Certified Prevention Specialist.      QUESTIONS:  Contact Kris Gabrielsen, Great Lakes PTTC Co-Director, [email protected].     The Great Lakes/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

COURSE DESCRIPTION During this webinar, prevention experts at Carnevale Associates, LLC, Josh Esrick, MPP, and Emily Patton, MSc, will explore the data and research on the intersection of substance use and suicide and cover identified evidence-based substance use prevention programs that address risk of suicide, and potential opportunities for collaborations that exist. Mr. Esrick will discuss the research on substance use and the increased risk of suicide. He will also summarize the prevalence and trend data that capture the changes over time. Ms. Patton will present the evidence-based programs for addressing shared substance use and suicide risk. She offers significant professional experience in the fields of public policy development and analysis, criminaljustice research, data collection and analysis, program development, and performance management.   The ongoing, increasing rate of suicide across the United States is a major public health concern. Research shows that substance use can increase suicidal ideation and suicide risk, making it a relevant issue across the behavioral health continuum. Many who die by suicide share risk factors as people living with a substance use disorder, especially opioid or alcohol use disorders. Prevention professionals across behavioral health fields should collaborate to reduce the prevalence of both issues.   PRESENTERS Josh Esrick, MPP is the Chief of Training and Technical Assistance at Carnevale Associates, LLC. Mr. Esrick has over ten years of experience researching, writing, evaluating, and presenting on substance use prevention and other behavioral health topics. He is an expert in providing training and technical assistance (TTA) in substance use, having overseen the development of hundreds of TTA products for numerous clients, including six of SAMHSA’s ten regional Prevention Technology Transfer Centers (PTTCs), the PTTC Network Coordinating Office, the Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) and Mental Health Technology Transfer Centers (MHTTC), and SAMHSA’s Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT). These trainings and products have covered a wide range of topics, including strategic planning, data collection and analysis, and identifying evidence-based prevention interventions for youth. In addition to TTA, Mr. Esrick has directly provided many of these services to behavioral health agencies and other entities. He has published several academic journal articles. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a Master of Public Policy from George Washington University.    Emily Patton, MSc., Pg.Dip., is a Senior Research Associate with Carnevale Associates, LLC. She offers over ten years of expertise in data analysis, project management, and program evaluation. Under the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), she provides data analysis, programmatic support, and training and technical assistance (TTA) for multiple contracts that serve youth and families in the district with a particular focus on substance abuse and mental health. Ms. Patton also serves as a research associate with SAMHSA’s Central East Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC), wherein she provides expertise in substance use prevention, mental health, and program management. While serving on this project, she has researched and written numerous PTTC literature reviews on topics such as suicide prevention and opioid use, developed over a dozen different infographics, and co-authored several reports on substance use prevention topics. She has also co-presented on at least 45 webinars on topics ranging from substance use trends to knowledge translation. Emily holds a Master of Science in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology from Swansea University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Edinburgh.     

As prevention professionals, participating in continuing education, mentoring and other professional development activities are an opportunity to increase our knowledge and deliver more effective services to our communities. It may be a requirement of our jobs. For preventionists, it is a key regular step to building a career. However, creating a personal professional development plan can seem challenging, whether it’s finding time within our schedules or balancing family obligations, deciding which trainings to select, or overcoming difficulties and finding the motivation to continue. Here is an opportunity to come together and discuss these challenges, share strategies, lessons learned, and get advice from fellow prevention professionals trying to reach their career goals.     In this 90-minute webinar, we will review the benefits of creating and regularly reviewing a professional development plan. As a follow-up to the introduction to professional development and certification webinar series hosted by the Northeast and Caribbean in October 2022, this session will review the key components to include in creating professional development plans, identify goals and needs for short- and long-term professional growth, as well as sharing success and challenges that arise during the process. We will provide the opportunity for participants to share their plans, ask questions and crowd-source solutions and strategies from their peers, as well as answer questions on updating professional development plans.     During this webinar we will:  Revisit personal professional development goals and strategies considered or started   Assess and identify successes and challenges in personal development plans  Explore strategies to overcome professional development challenges  Explore potential career pathways and approaches to a career in prevention  Develop a personal 6-month professional development plan   We will host the next session of this series in October as an opportunity for participants to revisit and share updates on their professional development plans and hear from colleagues. 

DESCRIPTION: This 90-minute webinar will provide details on how practitioners can plan for and implement effective policy strategies. This webinar seeks to demystify policy work for practitioners and increase their comfort with and ability to engage in it effectively. The presenter will explore model policies, including successful approaches to working across settings and the importance of partners and leadership.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Identify model policies and their essential components Explain the role of leadership in policy development and implementation. Describe the importance of understanding the opposition in policy implementation Define strategies to counteract existing harmful policies.   This is a 3-part webinar series. Recordings for previous sessions will be available at the links below as soon as possible.  June 15, 10:00 AM-11:30 AM CT Recording: Policy and Prevention: Understanding Effective Alcohol Policy Strategies June 22, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM CT: How COVID Changed Alcohol Policy     CERTIFICATES: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.     PRESENTER:  Maureen Busalacchi  Maureen Busalacchi is currently the Director of the Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project (WisAPP) at the Medical College of Wisconsin Comprehensive Injury Center. She has had decades of experience in public health policy and systems change as she ran Smoke-Free Wisconsin and lead successful smoke-free air and tobacco tax campaigns. She also chaired the State Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs (SCAODA) ad-hoc committee which rolled out the report on how to reduce excessive drinking in Wisconsin earlier this year. She currently is co-chair of Wisconsin Public Health Association (WPHA) Public Affairs Committee. Maureen is a frequent presenter at state and national conferences on advocacy, systems change and public health issues.  Recently, she served at the Advancing a Healthier Endowment at MCW as a program manager advising in policy and systems change applicants and over 45 grantees. She served as an advisor to the Healthy Wisconsin Leadership Institute and WI Initiative to Promote Healthy Lifestyles (WIPHL), and a mentor for the Wisconsin Women’s Policy Institute. She has served on a city council and president of her children’s PTO and neighborhood association. She lives in Madison with her husband, daughters, dogs, and a large bird.      The Great Lakes PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

Date: June 22, 2023 Time: 1:00 PM—2:30 PM ET Format: Webinar Cost: FREE Contact Hours: 1.25 (Certificate of Attendance) Target Audience: Prevention Professionals Developed for: SAMHSA Region 3 SERIES DESCRIPTION Substance use and HIV are important public health issues on their own and in conjunction with each other. Substance use is a major risk factor for contracting HIV and substance use disorders are prevalent among people living with HIV. In addition, substance use can significantly worsen the progression of HIV. HIV has a disproportionate impact on populations already facing unequal health outcomes and improving the public health response to HIV can help address health disparities. Part one of this webinar series will review data on the scope and connections between substance use and HIV and discuss key considerations and strategies for serving people living with HIV. While part two of the series will be a collaborative learning lab session on developing and expanding programs that serve people living with HIV.   COURSE DESCRIPTION This webinar will serve as a collaborative learning lab for participants. It will provide a brief review of the principles of a pilot program followed by a series of breakout discussions and exercises. These will include a logic model building exercise for a potential pilot program, case study discussions about establishing and expanding services, and a peer learning discussion opportunity to share best practices and lessons learned.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES By the end of the learning lab, participants will be able to: Explain the principles of establishing a pilot program Describe the process for assembling a logic model Prepare for opportunities to implement pilot programs Relate best practices and lessons learned shared by peers   PRESENTERS   Josh Esrick, MPP is the Chief of Training and Technical Assistance at Carnevale Associates, LLC. Mr. Esrick has over ten years of experience researching, writing, evaluating, and presenting on substance use prevention and other behavioral health topics. He is an expert in providing training and technical assistance (TTA) in substance use, having overseen the development of hundreds of TTA products for numerous clients, including six of SAMHSA’s ten regional Prevention Technology Transfer Centers (PTTCs), the PTTC Network Coordinating Office, the Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) and Mental Health Technology Transfer Centers (MHTTC), and SAMHSA’s Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT). These trainings and products have covered a wide range of topics, including strategic planning, data collection and analysis, and identifying evidence-based prevention interventions for youth. In addition to TTA, Mr. Esrick has directly provided many of these services to behavioral health agencies and other entities. He has published several academic journal articles. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a Master of Public Policy from George Washington University.     Princess Walker, MPHc, graduated with a dual degree in Psychology and Health Administration and Policy Program with a concentration in Public Health from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She is a results-oriented public health professional passionate about community health education, inequality, public health research, and eliminating health disparities. Specifically, she serves underprivileged communities to address health disparities in high-risk groups. She has worked extensively at both the community and state levels developing strategic prevention/behavioral healthcare plans and enforcing policies. Princess is proficient in qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, program/project management, and public health issues. Recognized for orchestrating work processes and instilling trust and confidence in stakeholders in education, private entities, government organizations, and participants that support public health objectives—currently advancing her degree as an MPH candidate with a concentration in Epidemiology. She hopes to advance community-level monitoring and evidence-based interventions and training to improve health outcomes produced by Substance used disorder and other communicable diseases.         Zina Age, LMSW, MAC, a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and a graduate of Louisiana State University, holds a graduate degree in Social Work from Clark Atlanta University and a Masters in Addiction Counseling from the National Association of Forensic Counselors. Zina began working in the social services field in 1987, serving African American populations affected by HIV/AIDS and other health disparities. In 1996, she founded Aniz, Inc., which is dedicated to providing therapeutic education and support services for children and families from disadvantaged multicultural communities infected with and/or affected by HIV/AIDS.  Ms. Age has served on many national and local committees dedicated to educating people about issues surrounding HIV and is a noted public speaker that has been invited to serve as a panelist, guest presenter and keynote speaker at various universities, conferences and forums in the U.S. and abroad.  She has delivered engaging presentations on topics such as, but not limited to: Undercover Community Mental Health and Substance Use Issues, HIV/AIDS Prevention and Risk Reduction Programs, Holistic Harm Reduction, the Inter-Generational spread of HIV/AIDS, Homophobia, Transphobia and Gender-phobia in the Black LGBT community, and Combating the “Secrecy, Shame and Guilt” surrounding HIV/AIDS issues.    *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the 1.25 contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.   ACCOMMODATIONS If you are in need of any special accommodations, please notify the Central East PTTC Webinar Team three weeks in advance of the event, or as soon as possible, by emailing [email protected].

DESCRIPTION: This 90-minute webinar will focus on the changing landscape of alcohol policies since the beginning of the COVID pandemic. The webinar will discuss the policy changes, the impact of COVID on excessive drinking behaviors, and the data available to understand these shifts. Additionally, the webinar will explore how and why these policies harm communities and youth. The presenter will discuss how to reverse or change COVID era policies and working with community members to bring about change.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Review alcohol landscape pre-COVID Discuss the rapid policy changes during COVID asking for participant examples Share data showing impact of COVID on excessive drinking and alcohol-related mortality Explain the 3-Tier System and proposals that are breaking that system down   This is a 3-part webinar series. Register now for the last of the three sessions using the link below. June 29, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM CT: Demystifying Alcohol Policy Strategies: Planning and Implementation The session one recording, which took place on June 15, is now available at the following link.   Recording - Policy and Prevention: Understanding Effective Alcohol Policy Strategies - June 15      CERTIFICATES: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.     PRESENTER:    Maureen Busalacchi Maureen Busalacchi, is currently the Director of the Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project (WisAPP) at the Medical College of Wisconsin Comprehensive Injury Center. She has had decades of experience in public health policy and systems change as she ran Smoke-Free Wisconsin and lead successful smoke-free air and tobacco tax campaigns. She also chaired the State Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs (SCAODA) ad-hoc committee which rolled out the report on how to reduce excessive drinking in Wisconsin earlier this year. She currently is co-chair of Wisconsin Public Health Association (WPHA) Public Affairs Committee. Maureen is a frequent presenter at state and national conferences on advocacy, systems change and public health issues.  Recently, she served at the Advancing a Healthier Endowment at MCW as a program manager advising in policy and systems change applicants and over 45 grantees. She served as an advisor to the Healthy Wisconsin Leadership Institute and WI Initiative to Promote Healthy Lifestyles (WIPHL), and a mentor for the Wisconsin Women’s Policy Institute. She has served on a city council and president of her children’s PTO and neighborhood association. She lives in Madison with her husband, daughters, dogs, and a large bird.        The Great Lakes PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

Data Informed Decision Making, or DIDM, is a critical part of strategic prevention planning.  Though we may recognize the important role data plays in our prevention efforts, we may still struggle to understand and navigate the many ways to collect, analyze, interpret and use data to inform our work.  When we use data within each step of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), we position ourselves well to identify priority needs in collaboration with the communities we serve and to select the best interventions to achieve the goals we set as prevention professionals.      During this webinar, we will:  ·      Define key data-related terminology  ·      Describe the benefits of using a data-informed prevention planning process  ·      Discuss common challenges and barriers to using data to plan   ·      Examine data-informed decision making within each step of the SPF  

Date: June 20, 2023 Time: 1:00 PM—2:30 PM ET Format: Webinar Cost: FREE Contact Hours: 1.25 (Certificate of Attendance) Target Audience: Prevention Professionals Developed for: SAMHSA Region 3 SERIES DESCRIPTION Substance use and HIV are important public health issues on their own and in conjunction with each other. Substance use is a major risk factor for contracting HIV and substance use disorders are prevalent among people living with HIV. In addition, substance use can significantly worsen the progression of HIV. HIV has a disproportionate impact on populations already facing unequal health outcomes and improving the public health response to HIV can help address health disparities. Part one of this webinar series will review data on the scope and connections between substance use and HIV and discuss key considerations and strategies for serving people living with HIV. While part two of the series will be a collaborative learning lab session on developing and expanding programs that serve people living with HIV.   COURSE DESCRIPTION This webinar will review the connections between substance use and HIV. It will summarize the research on how substance use can increase the risk of contracting HIV and present the most recent data on co-occurring prevalence rates. The webinar will examine the disproportionate impact of HIV among LGBTQ, BIPOC, Hispanic, and other populations nationwide and in the Central East region. It will discuss the importance of expanding services and key considerations for serving people living with HIV. The webinar will also review examples of evidence-based strategies.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to: Explain the importance of addressing substance use and HIV Describe the disproportionate impact of HIV Identify key considerations for serving people living with HIV Name examples of evidence-based HIV and SUD prevention strategies   PRESENTERS   Josh Esrick, MPP is the Chief of Training and Technical Assistance at Carnevale Associates, LLC. Mr. Esrick has over ten years of experience researching, writing, evaluating, and presenting on substance use prevention and other behavioral health topics. He is an expert in providing training and technical assistance (TTA) in substance use, having overseen the development of hundreds of TTA products for numerous clients, including six of SAMHSA’s ten regional Prevention Technology Transfer Centers (PTTCs), the PTTC Network Coordinating Office, the Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) and Mental Health Technology Transfer Centers (MHTTC), and SAMHSA’s Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT). These trainings and products have covered a wide range of topics, including strategic planning, data collection and analysis, and identifying evidence-based prevention interventions for youth. In addition to TTA, Mr. Esrick has directly provided many of these services to behavioral health agencies and other entities. He has published several academic journal articles. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo and a Master of Public Policy from George Washington University.     Princess Walker, MPHc, graduated with a dual degree in Psychology and Health Administration and Policy Program with a concentration in Public Health from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She is a results-oriented public health professional passionate about community health education, inequality, public health research, and eliminating health disparities. Specifically, she serves underprivileged communities to address health disparities in high-risk groups. She has worked extensively at both the community and state levels developing strategic prevention/behavioral healthcare plans and enforcing policies. Princess is proficient in qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, program/project management, and public health issues. Recognized for orchestrating work processes and instilling trust and confidence in stakeholders in education, private entities, government organizations, and participants that support public health objectives—currently advancing her degree as an MPH candidate with a concentration in Epidemiology. She hopes to advance community-level monitoring and evidence-based interventions and training to improve health outcomes produced by Substance used disorder and other communicable diseases.         *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the 1.25 contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.   ACCOMMODATIONS If you are in need of any special accommodations, please notify the Central East PTTC Webinar Team three weeks in advance of the event, or as soon as possible, by emailing [email protected].

On-the Spot Converstation: Investigating Monitoring the Future, What is going on with the Data?   Webinar Description Northwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center and Monitoring the Future is pleased to offer an on-the-spot conversation about some state and national data trends and what they are and are not telling us about teen substance misuse. During this session, participants will take part in the discussion.  We expect we  may ultimately have more questions about the data than answers!  So…bring your questions and observations from the field and join the conversation. Together we can continue to have a meaningful impact on reducing substance use trends   Webinar Objectives Explore Monitoring the Future and some state trend data that have demonstrated decreasing overall trends in substance use.  Juxtapose trend data with data demonstrating increases in teen Fentanyl overdose deaths Talk about how opioid use follows similar patterns of risk and protection as other substances. Consider implications for prevention activities including continuing to use the best evidence-based prevention programs to reduce risk and increase protection, while also focusing on risk reduction for teen overdose deaths.   Date & Times Tuesday, June 20, 2023 11:00 am – 12:0 pm Alaska 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Pacific 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Mountain  (view in your time zone here)       Audience Prevention practitioners, allied health partners and community members working to prevent substance misuse in tribes, communities, and states in HHS Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington).    Presenters Dr. Megan Patrick is the Principal Investigator of the Monitoring the Future Panel Study, which is a national study following participants from ages 18 to 65 since the mid-1970s. Her published research focuses on the development of substance use and consequences across the lifespan. Her interests include motivations for substance use, the prevention of health risk behaviors, statistical methods for modeling behavior and behavior change, and mobile and web-based survey methodology. She has been the PI of 10 NIH-funded projects and Co-Investigator on many others.  Her other current NIH-funded R01 projects focus on high-intensity drinking, simultaneous alcohol and marijuana use, and adaptive interventions to reduce consequences of young adult substance use.           Dr. Haggerty is a professor emeritus at the University of Washington School of Social Work. He is the former director of the Social Development Research Group where he specialized in the delivery of prevention programs at the community, school and family level. For over three decades, he has focused on developing innovative ways to organize the scientific knowledge base for prevention so that parents, communities and schools can better identify, assess, and prioritize customized approaches that meet their needs. He has served as principal investigator on a variety of intervention-focused federally funded grants. An expert on substance abuse and delinquency prevention, Dr. Haggerty speaks, conducts trainings, and writes extensively on this field. He is a former board member and Fellow of the Society for Prevention Research and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare and is a prevention science reviewer for periodicals such as Prevention Science.       Dr. Brittany Cooper is Associate Professor of Human Development, Youth and Family Extension Specialist, and Graduate Faculty in the Prevention Science PhD program at Washington State University. Dr. Cooper’s research, teaching, and outreach centers around the translation of prevention science for public health impact. For nearly a decade, she has collaborated with federal, state, and other community stakeholders to improve the field’s understanding of how best to support evidence-based prevention programs in diverse community settings.           Registration Register for Investigating Monitoring the Future, What is going on with the Data?    Questions Please contact Karen Totten ([email protected]) for any questions related to registration.  For any other questions, please contact Kathy Gardner ([email protected]).

Training Description The SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST) is a hybrid training that blends a pre-requisite, self-paced online course with four full days of in-person training. Grounded in current research and SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), the SAPST provides foundational knowledge and skills necessary to implement effective, data-driven prevention interventions that improve substance-related outcomes, reduce behavioral health disparities, and improve wellness.   What does the SAPST prepare practitioners to do? Address substance misuse prevention in the context of behavioral health Improve practice by developing a comprehensive approach to prevention guided by SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) Reduce behavioral health disparities by identifying the needs of vulnerable populations and improving cultural proficiency Sustain prevention by collaborating effectively across sectors to address shared risk and protective factors and improve the health and well-being of communities in a cohesive way   What does the SAPST cover? Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention: Understanding the Basics (HealtheKnowledge.org Pre-SAPST online course) Basic terminology and facts History of substance use and prevention in the U.S.  Substances and the brain Effects and health risks of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs Setting the Foundation: From Theory to Practice Behavioral health Spectrum of Behavioral Health Services Public health approach Risk and protective factors Developmental perspective Application: SAMHSA's Strategic Prevention Framework Assessment, capacity building, planning, implementation, and evaluation Health disparities  Cultural competency, sustainability   *This training is using newly updated SAPST material.   This training has a pre-requisite  Completion of the 5-hour HealtheKnowledge.org online course, “Introduction to Substance Abuse Prevention: Understanding the Basics (Pre-SAPST Course),” is required prior to the training. Course certificates of completion must be uploaded upon registration. Certificates will be verified before registration is considered complete.     Date and Time   June 20-23, 2023 8:30 am to 5:00 pm PDT   Location Central Library - Events A Room 906 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201   Who Should Participate This curriculum is designed for entry-level (i.e. less than 5 years experience) substance misuse prevention practitioners working at the community, tribal, jurisdiction, and state-level substance misuse prevention practitioners and allied health partners. Participation is limited to practitioners working in HHS Region 10 states (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington), communities, and tribes.   Master Trainers Albert Gay, MS, CPS Brooke Holmes, MA   Certificate of Attendance Participants will receive two certificates for training hours:  1) 5 hours upon completion of the online course prior to registration 2) 26 hours upon completion of the in-person training. Participants must attend the full 26-hour in-person training to receive a certificate. No partial credit will be given. These certificates can be submitted to your respective credentialing authority responsible for providing certification or approving continuing education credit. Certificate of Attendance will be issued on the last day of the training. Participants can then submit the certificate to their credentialing authority toward certification or re-certification. Please contact your certification board to determine if the SAPST is applicable toward your certification requirements.  The IC&RC Prevention Committee has endorsed the SAPST as an IC&RC-approved curriculum. This endorsement provides assurance that the SAPST is applicable to IC&RC's prevention specialist domains and can be used toward the education/training requirement for IC&RC's Prevention Specialist credential. The SAPST has also been approved by NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals.   Registration Deadline to Register: June 16, 2023 Register for SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST)   Cost is Free!   Questions? For any other questions, please contact Kathy Gardner, [email protected].

DESCRIPTION: This 90-minute webinar will focus on defining alcohol policy, connecting policy strategies to a comprehensive prevention approach. The presenter will focus on critical ingredients for practitioners interested in working on policy in a variety of settings including schools, communities, and other organizations.  Additionally, the webinar will explore how to incorporate an equity lens in the development and modification of policy.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Define alcohol policy in a public health context List the steps for initiating and updating alcohol policy in different settings Consider ways to incorporate an equity lens into policy development or modification efforts Describe the key stake holders and the importance of building strong relationships   This is a 3-part webinar series. Register now for the upcoming sessions using the links below. June 22, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM CT: How COVID Changed Alcohol Policy June 29, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM CT: Demystifying Alcohol Policy Strategies: Planning and Implementation     CERTIFICATES: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.      PRESENTER:  Maureen Busalacchi   Maureen Busalacchi is currently the Director of the Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project (WisAPP) at the Medical College of Wisconsin Comprehensive Injury Center. She has had decades of experience in public health policy and systems change as she ran Smoke-Free Wisconsin and lead successful smoke-free air and tobacco tax campaigns. She also chaired the State Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs (SCAODA) ad-hoc committee which rolled out the report on how to reduce excessive drinking in Wisconsin earlier this year. She currently is co-chair of Wisconsin Public Health Association (WPHA) Public Affairs Committee. Maureen is a frequent presenter at state and national conferences on advocacy, systems change and public health issues.  Recently, she served at the Advancing a Healthier Endowment at MCW as a program manager advising in policy and systems change applicants and over 45 grantees. She served as an advisor to the Healthy Wisconsin Leadership Institute and WI Initiative to Promote Healthy Lifestyles (WIPHL), and a mentor for the Wisconsin Women’s Policy Institute. She has served on a city council and president of her children’s PTO and neighborhood association. She lives in Madison with her husband, daughters, dogs, and a large       The Great Lakes PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

Date: June 12, 2023 Format: Webinar   Time: 2:00 PM—4:00 PM EST Cost: FREE     ABOUT THE LEARNING SESSION   Grantwriting is an important tool for organizational success in the prevention field, but where do you start if you are new to grants? This 2-hour webinar will provide prevention professionals an introduction to the grantwriting process, from looking for grant opportunities to preparing a proposal and drafting a budget, as well as strategies for grantwriting success.   Participants will learn: How to find relevant grant opportunities, How to prepare and organize a proposal – what to do before the writing begins How to draft a budget and budget justification Tips and tricks for writing a winning proposal.   PRESENTERS Megan Hawkes, MPH, Program Manager, Public Consulting Group Kim Magoon, MS, Evaluation Analyst, Public Consulting Group   About the webinar: This webinar is hosted by the New England PTTC, a program funded through SAMHSA, in response to an identified need for training in grant writing for prevention professionals in the New England region. Participants who complete the workshop will receive a certificate of participation for 2.0 contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded.

COURSE DESCRIPTION During this online session, we will demonstrate how adverse childhood experiences (ACE) data can be used to identify risk factors that contribute to substance misuse in a community and how the data can be used by prevention professionals to plan.  Exposure to traumatic experiences during childhood, or adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), is not uncommon. Studies estimate that 1 in 6 people report 4 or more types of ACEs.     This training assumes you have a basic knowledge of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Theory. If you have not been introduced to ACEs previously, we recommend watching this recording Understanding the Science of Trauma, Illuminating Prevention Action prior to attending this training event.    PRESENTERS Iris Smith is an Associate Professor Emeritus at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health where she has taught graduate courses in Program Evaluation, Substance Abuse, Social Determinants of Health, and Mental Health Capstone course.  In addition to teaching Dr. Smith has served as the Coordinator for the Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT) Southeast Resource Team. In this role, she supervised a team of training and technical assistance specialists, content experts and consultants who provide training and technical assistance to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) state grantees. Prior to coming to Emory, she was the Director of National Evaluation Services for the American Cancer Society, and has also served as a Deputy Commissioner for the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. From 1979- 1992, Iris was Principal and Co-Investigator on a number of studies on prenatal drug exposure and intervention for substance abusing women and their children at Emory University’s School of Medicine.  Her accomplishments include design, implementation and evaluation of outreach, intervention and treatment programs for substance abusing women and their children. Dr. Smith’s expertise includes substance abuse prevention and treatment, juvenile justice, and program evaluation.        

Registration for this event has closed - thanks to all who attended!   The Southeast PTTC, in partnership with Carolinas CARE Partnership, presents “HIV A to Z: An Interactive Training for Prevention & Treatment Providers” on June 6 from 9am to 4pm. This interactive learning opportunity examined Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) through an intersectional lens. During this 6-hour virtual training, participants learned about the history, as well as the future, of HIV.  Instructors used activities, videos, case studies, and interactive lecture format to introduce topics such as HIV Basics, History, Trauma, Homelessness, Mental Health, Substance Use, and Prevention Options for SUD professionals and other providers.   Learning Objectives: By the end of this 6-hour training, participants will be able to: Explain three of more facts about the history of HIV Identify factors that often intersect with HIV including mental health, trauma, and homelessness Execute activities and conversations to better understand the experiences of those affected by HIV   Presenters include:  Shannon Farrar Leslie Dill Reginald Walker Derrick Pegg lbrea Crowder   About Carolinas CARE Partnership Carolinas CARE Partnership, a dynamic HIV and Housing service provider for the Charlotte region, provides services including Community Education, HIV and STI testing, Linkage to Care, Medical Case Management, Mental Health, Housing Subsidies and Supportive Services, Housing Information Services, Opioid Prevention Planning for LGBTQIA populations, and Transcend Charlotte – services for trans* adults. In addition, we own 21 units of affordable housing and have undergone training to ensure our staff and services are trauma-informed, wellness-focused, and racially just.   About OPT Out Program The goal of the OPT Out Program is to increase collaboration between Carolinas CARE Partnership and local agencies to address opioid misuse for those we serve.  Our target population is LGBTQ people ages 14-25 and people living with HIV.  We are inspired to increase awareness and decrease stigma related to substance use disorders and HIV/AIDS.  We focus on community engagement and opioid misuse prevention with a trauma-informed, harm reduction approach.  Ultimately, OPT Out will reduce prescription drug misuse, among those we serve, through our coalition and partnerships with community stakeholders.  We are working to help youth opt out of substance misuse!   CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the stated contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar on the video platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.

Date: June 5-8, 2023 Format: Virtual Conference   Time(s):  Mon: 12:30 PM - 5:15 PM EST T-Thurs - 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM EST  Fri: 9:00 AM - 2:15 PM EST Cost: See the conference webpage   ABOUT THE CONFERENCE The New England School of Addiction and Prevention Studies, commonly called Summer School, is an intensive 4-day learning experience to further knowledge, skills, and experience in the field of substance use disorder services. For over 50 years, participants from many disciplines have come together to form a unique, diverse learning community. This year will be our first hybrid program! During COVID-19 challenges, the Summer School offered a highly successful learning community online for three summers. We are delighted to return to Worcester State University for a face-to-face program. Due to the demand for intensive Summer School program online, we are happy to also offer a live virtual program. Select from many intensive courses from across the continuum of treatment, prevention, and recovery. Virtual courses will take place live by videoconference, allowing for course group work and interaction. In addition to courses: plenary sessions, community, and more! Options are available to attend the full program, or any number of days. Earn up to 28 Contact Hours during the week.   Courses are designed for the extensive demands of today's professionals and organizations: Certification, licensing, and re-credentialing; Evidence-based practices; Addressing health disparities and equity issues; Behavioral healthcare and primary care integration; Recovery oriented care across the continuum; Addressing the opioid crisis and other current drug trends; And many other current and emerging topics!   Partial New England State Scholarships are available from most New England states. Application coming soon!   Please contact AdCare New England with any questions at 207-621-2549 or [email protected].

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED: Thanks to all who signed up!   This 3-day training will cover substance use prevention fundamentals for early career prevention professionals. The training provides an introduction to prevention science and a roadmap to further education and professional development, including: Prevention theories, models, and techniques Foundational knowledge on substance use disorders  Ethical practice   Course Goals: Provide an overview of prevention science and its application to practice Strengthen understanding of effective planning and implementation approaches to prevention services Raise awareness about the training and credentialing needs for the field Encourage participants to pursue more specialized training.   Learning Objectives: Describe the key elements of prevention planning and evaluation Understand the core prevention professional knowledge, skills, and competencies Acknowledge the importance of research-based theories and processes that help explain and build effective prevention interventions Describe how evidence-based prevention strategies can be delivered across settings including the family, school, media, community, or workplace   Cost: The training will be provided at no cost to you. You will need to pay for your own hotel room if required. We have secured a block of rooms.   Participant Eligibility: Participants must meet the following criteria to be considered for this course:  One to three years of experience in the substance misuse prevention field Work and/or live in the Southeast region (AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN) Ability to participate in the three full days of the training  Willing to provide constructive feedback regarding the core competencies course   Application: If you meet the above participant eligibility criteria and are interested in being considered as a participant, complete the application no later than May 22. Space will be limited.   Daily Agenda: Day 1: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Day 2: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Day 3: 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.   CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the stated contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar on the video platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.

***You only need to register once to participate in sessions 6-10***     SESSION DESCRIPTION – NIATx CHANGE LEADER ACADEMY FOR RHRP: The CLA trains both beginners and those with some experience in process improvement in the NIATx model of process improvement: a structured, team-based approach to change management for organizations large and small. Attendees learn how to select a change project, set a project aim, engage senior leaders and staff in the change process, and achieve measurable, sustainable improvements.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Participants will learn how to: Explain the NIATx principles and change model to team members and begin a change project. Use four, key quality improvement tools - the walk-through; flowcharting; the nominal group technique; and Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) rapid cycle testing. Commit to carrying out a change project in their organization with one NIATx coaching call and three peer learning follow-up calls. Offer a standard approach to process improvement in their agency and begin to develop staff to be change leaders and engaged, change team members.     TRAINING SCHEDULE: All sessions in this series will take place virtually from 3:00 PM–4:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM–5:00 PM ET. Please visit the RHRP series landing page for more information and registration for all sessions in this series.   ***You only need to register once to participate in sessions 6-10*** Session 6 - June 1: Learning Collaborative Kick-off & Introduction to the NIATx Change Leader Academy  Session 7 - June 8: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP Session 8 - June 15: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP Session 9 - June 22: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP Session 10 - June 29: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP      CONTINUING EDUCATION: Those who fully attend all 13 hours of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive a total of 13 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be sent to qualifying participants via email within 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the training. Participants who fully attend each of the 5 foundational sessions of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive 1 NAADAC CE hour per session. (Sessions: April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18) Participants who fully attend all 5 sessions of the RHRP Change Leader Academy will be eligible to receive 5 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded. (Sessions: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Participants who fully attend all 10 sessions of the RHRP series will be offered the opportunity to participate in an additional 3 hours of free one-on-one organizational coaching with Mat Roosa that will be tailored to your team and/or agency. Those who participate in these virtual coaching sessions will be eligible to receive 3 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded.     TRAINERS: Mat Roosa, LCSW-R Mat Roosa was a founding member of NIATx and has been a NIATx coach for a wide range of projects. He works as a consultant in the areas of quality improvement, organizational development, and planning, evidence-based practice implementation. His experience includes direct clinical practice in mental health and substance use services, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and human service agency administration.   Isa Velez Echevarria,PsyD Isa Vélez is a Puerto Rican clinical psychologist. She is the Ohio State Project Manager for the Great Lakes Addiction, Mental Health, and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers managed by the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her pre-doctoral internship at Children’s Institute in Los Angeles, CA, she obtained a certification as Interpersonal Psychotherapy Clinician. She was trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy. In addition, she provides telehealth services to culturally diverse population in Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. Her clinical work has focused on culturally tailored and trauma-informed services to the Latinx community and other ethnic/racial minorities.     The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

This presentation will describe trauma's impact on communities and compelling reasons a community, and its prevention workforce, needs to become trauma informed and resilient focused. In sharing success stories from Northeast Tennessee in work she helped to pioneer, Becky will also discuss practical steps communities can take to reduce the effects of toxic stress and childhood adversity and promote resilience.    Learning Objectives: Define trauma Describe trauma's impact on communities Explain the significance of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study Provide attendees with steps to build community resilience   About the Presenter:  Becky Haas is an international advocate and trainer on using a trauma informed approach, the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study and Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) study. She is a pioneer in creating trauma informed communities.  The work she led while working for the Johnson City Police Department in Northeast Tennessee was recognized by SAMHSA in 2018 as a model for other cities to follow.  In 2019 she co-authored the "Building a Trauma Informed System of Care" toolkit for the TN Department of Children's services detailing a blueprint for creating community resilience.  This toolkit has been recommended as a “practical tool” in John's Hopkins, Progress in Community Health Partnerships: Research, Education, and Action.  Becky is the author of several sector specific professional development trainings with two receiving statewide accreditation in Tennessee as evidence-based training.  Among the diverse sectors of professionals, she has trained, she is uniquely distinguished for her work training police officers and others in the justice system to understand trauma.  In March of 2022, she was honored to receive the Friends of Children award from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth for her work as a local, state, and national leader in implementation and support of trauma informed services and communities. Becky has a deep understanding of the importance for every professional sector to have intimate knowledge of healthy early childhood development and the potential for early adversity to disrupt that healthy development.  She is a founding member of the East Tennessee State University Ballad Health Strong Brain Institute and serves as a member of the CTIPP National Trauma Campaign strategy team and as a Strategic Partner for the Pathways to Resilience Program.    CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the stated contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar on the video platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] before the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.