Entendiendo coaliciones y construyendo capacidad local
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT
Overview
En esta sesión de la serie “Coaliciones comunitarias: Trazando el camino para prevención y bienestar,” los participantes profundizaran en los aspectos esenciales de como formar y fortalecer coaliciones efectivas. Esta sesión está diseñada para proveer perspectivas sobre las dinámicas de las coaliciones, compartir el poder, y desarrollar capacidad, diseñada específicamente para los lideres y representantes que desean abordar el uso de sustancias y desórdenes mentales entre los jóvenes.
About the Presenters
Guadalupe Ramos (she/her), Ph.D. earned a Doctoral degree in prevention science and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Ramos’ work centers on mental health, substance use, stress and coping, and prevention and treatment interventions for minoritized communities. As a bicultural and bilingual scholar, Dr. Ramos is committed to improving the health of historically underserved populations. Dr. Ramos is also a strong advocate for participatory research methodologies that empower communities. On her free time, Dr. Ramos enjoys dancing and cooking.
Estefania Caldera-Alvarado (she/her/ella) has a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and is a Prevention Program Director for a community-based organization. As a director, she has led a variety of youth, parent, and community member training on Alcohol and Other Drugs Prevention to increase knowledge and facilitate conversation around substances. Estefania believes that healthy communities are achieved through collaborative effort. She is passionate about empowering community members to take action in advocating for themselves, their families, and their communities. Through her work, she looks to influence the next generation to take their voice and wield it to make an impact in their community and beyond.