Community-Led Strategies: Navigating Community-Based Processes Series
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 to Thursday, February 8, 2024
Various Times
Community-Led Strategies: Navigating Community-Based Processes is a dynamic four-part series designed to empower community leaders and practitioners in building effective coalitions for youth substance use prevention and mental health. Each session offers a deep dive into key aspects of coalition building, from community-led strategies and capacity building to engagement, maintenance, and the vital role of youth involvement. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and practical activities, participants will gain comprehensive insights and tools for creating, maintaining, and mobilizing impactful community coalitions. This series is essential for those who foster sustainable community change and wellness through collaborative efforts.
List of Events in this Series
Part 1: SAMHSA Primary Prevention Strategies: Localizing Behavioral Health Prevention Efforts
Date/Time: January 23, 2024, 1:00 – 2:30pm PT
In this session, participants will explore the role of community coalitions in tackling youth substance use and mental health disorders, focusing on SAMHSA’s best practices. Key objectives include analyzing and applying community-based prevention strategies, developing sustainable change initiatives, and integrating health equity. This interactive session combines case studies, group activities, and insights into SAMHSA’s strategies, tailored for community leaders and practitioners.
Part 2: Understanding Coalitions and Building Local Capacity
Date/Time: Thursday, January 25, 2024, 1:00 – 2:30pm PT
This interactive session explores the core elements of building and strengthening community coalitions. Participants will learn to engage diverse community sectors, develop capacity-building plans, and analyze coalition dynamics for equitable power sharing. The session combines case studies, role-play, and group discussions, providing practical insights into effective coalition building for community leaders and stakeholders.
Part 3: Strategies and Applications for Coalition Engagement and Maintenance
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 10:00 – 11:30am PT
Participants will explore strategies for effective coalition engagement and maintenance in this session. Focusing on role clarity, stakeholder involvement, conflict resolution, and data-driven evaluation, the session provides practical tools for sustaining active and effective coalitions. Through case studies and interactive workshops, this session is essential for those seeking to enhance their coalition’s impact and longevity in the community.
Part 4: Youth Mobilization and Coalition Development
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 8, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00pm PT
This final session focuses on the pivotal role of youth in community coalitions. Participants will explore strategies for engaging and empowering youth, gaining insights from youth-led coalitions, and learning how to integrate youth perspectives for coalition success. Featuring a youth coalition panel and case studies, this session is crucial for anyone looking to enhance their coalition’s impact through active youth involvement.