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The Statewide Prevention Coalition Association strengthens Ohio’s prevention coalitions, professionals, and community champions with resources, technical assistance, training, networking opportunities, toolkits, and advocacy supports. SPCA is a network created by Prevention Action Alliance and comprised of community coalitions dedicated to preventing substance misuse and promoting mental health wellness. Together, we share solutions, support, and show solidarity with each other.
SPCA shows solidarity by sharing your goals and working together to create environmental changes that foster safe and healthy communities.
SPCA supports your efforts through collaboration, pooling our resources so coalitions can better support each other, promoting positive behavioral health outcomes, and prevention substance misuse.
SPCA has the solutions to help you succeed. SPCA members develop and share effective strategies, initiatives, toolkits, and other ready-to-use materials that foster community engagement.
SPCA members receive the following benefits:
- Six annual SPCA meetings where members share lessons learned, strategies and practices, and learn from state and national experts in environmental prevention.
- Discounts on Prevention Action Alliance training and webinars to strengthen coalition infrastructure and enhance prevention effectiveness.
- Advocacy support for local and statewide change, including monthly webinars, legislative updates, and access to position papers.
- Regular SPCA E-News on upcoming training, events, and opportunities.
- Membership to Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) at a reduced rate.
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Build Your Skills or Capacity with These RFPs |
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We at the Ohio Youth-Led Prevention Network, a program of Prevention Action Alliance, with support from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, are announcing two requests for proposals.
The Youth Participation in Community Change Efforts: A Study Group Request for Proposals will provide up to $2,000 for youth-led professionals to participate in study sessions and develop resources that build the capacity of adult allies. This is a skill-building opportunity for those who are interested in strengthening their knowledge of the theories that inform youth-led programs, and those interested in further developing the infrastructure of youth-led work in Ohio.
If you have questions about either grant, you can email questions to [email protected]. |
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Ohio Law Enforcement
Mental Health Toolkit Released
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Job Opening: Fulton County Health Department |
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The Fulton County Health Department seeks a full-time school-based youth-led prevention coordinator. The person filling this position will implement school-based youth-led prevention programs in Fulton County schools, develop activities supporting students in youth-led prevention, and more. For more information, including the full list of job duties, requirements, and how to apply, view the job posting at the Fulton County Health Department’s website. |
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The Prescription Drug Abuse Action Group (PDAAG), a subgroup of the Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership (OIPP) and the Ohio Department of Health’s Violence and Injury Prevention Section, is hosting Project DAWN and Beyond. The conference seeks to increase naloxone integration within communities through the work of health departments, providers, first responders, and other key partners.
The conference will be held September 13, 2019, at the Quest Conference Center at 8405 Pulsar Place, Columbus, OH, 43240. Tickets cost $40. Breakfast, beverages, and lunch will be provided. Space is limited to the first 135 people who register— learn more and register now on Eventbrite. |
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The Ohio Automated Rx Reporting System tracks the dispensing of prescription drugs to patients. It helps doctors and pharmacists know when someone might be trying to misuse prescription drugs. Recently, OARRS saw a record 1 million daily queries on two separate occasions. This suggests more doctors and pharmacists are using it to deter doctor shopping.
Connecticut officials are investigating whether Juul is advertising itself as a smoking cessation aid despite not being approved by the FDA. They allege that Juul’s ads imply that its product can help you quit smoking and are misleading.
A research letter revealed that a sizable portion of parents with children of asthma vape. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents not use e-cigarettes near children, especially in homes and cars.
Two teens testified at Congress that Juul representatives came into their classrooms, asked teachers to leave the room, and proceeded to tell the students that Juul was perfectly safe to use. The representative in question even suggested that a teen addicted to nicotine switch to using Juul.
Doctors suspect vaping caused severe lung damage in eight teens in Wisconsin. Some of the teens said they had used nicotine and THC.
The Food and Drug Administration has updated its “The Real Cost” campaign to reach young people ages 12 to 17 who have used e-cigarettes or are open to using them. One of those updates includes a magic trick by Julius Dein which emphasized the link between vaping and the onset of cigarette use.
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