Estrategias y aplicaciones para el compromiso y mantenimiento de coaliciones
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT
Overview
Esta serie de entrenamiento se enfoca en empoderar la participación de la comunidad en prevenir el uso de sustancias y los desórdenes de salud mental entre los jóvenes. Por medio de una exploración amplia para construir coaliciones y estrategias de prevención primaria, esta serie busca guiar a lideres comunitarios, partes interesadas, y profesionales en crear, mantener, y movilizar coaliciones efectivas. De igual importancia para esta serie es el entendimiento y aplicación de las mejores prácticas identificadas por SAMHSA para los procesos basados en las comunidades. Mediante la integración de estudios de casos reales, platicas interactivas, y actividades prácticas, esta serie ofrece un enfoque practico para desarrollar estrategias que aborden las dificultades locales, activando a la comunidad local como catalizadora de cambio.
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.