CADCA Connection

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An Interview with Impact Prevention

An Interview with Impact Prevention

We sat down with Dr. Raffle’s co-authors at Impact Prevention, Mollie Stevens and Meagan Joseph, to talk more about their chapter of The Cambridge Handbook of Community Empowerment, their coalition, and the work they are doing in their communities.

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An Interview with Impact Prevention

An Interview with Impact Prevention

We sat down with Dr. Raffle’s co-authors at Impact Prevention, Mollie Stevens and Meagan Joseph, to talk more about their chapter of The Cambridge Handbook of Community Empowerment, their coalition, and the work they are doing in their communities.

An Interview with Dr. Holly Raffle

An Interview with Dr. Holly Raffle

In Ohio, Adult Allies work alongside young people and guide them through a planning process that uses evidence-based strategies to create community-level change and build healthier communities.

The Problem Gambling Coalition of Southwest Ohio

The Problem Gambling Coalition of Southwest Ohio

The Problem Gambling Coalition of Southwest Ohio was established with dual aims: serving the community through providing problem gambling prevention and treatment services, and workforce development for social workers.

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The Center for Black Health and Equity’s Position on Menthol

The Center for Black Health and Equity’s Position on Menthol

Today, we are highlighting a call to action from one of CADCA’s partners, the Center for Black Health and Equity

CADCA Awards Congressional Leadership Award to Members of Congress Making a Difference

CADCA Awards Congressional Leadership Award to Members of Congress Making a Difference

CADCA Awards Congressional Leadership Award to Members of Congress Making a Difference

Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria’s New Home: A Hub for Community Collaboration

Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria’s New Home: A Hub for Community Collaboration

The Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria (SAPCA) recently moved into a new shared building with the Alexandria Department of Community and Human Services and the Virginia Department of Health.

Taking Steps Towards a Tobacco-Free Future: Maryland Youth in Action!

Taking Steps Towards a Tobacco-Free Future: Maryland Youth in Action!

We are thrilled to share the inspiring activities undertaken by the vibrant youth of Maryland as part of the Take Back Your 10 (TB10) youth movement, focusing on the prevention and control of commercial tobacco.

Spotlighting AADAC PHL: International Leadership Award Winner

Spotlighting AADAC PHL: International Leadership Award Winner

CADCA is proud to present the prestigious International Leadership Award to the Association of Anti-Drug Abuse Coalitions of the Philippines Inc. (AADAC PHL)

Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Case Studies and the Search for New CADCA Champions

Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Case Studies and the Search for New CADCA Champions

CADCA’s Public Policy (PP) team has developed case studies, which showcase coalitions that have exceptional outcome data.

Become a Blue Ribbon Coalition: Applications Now Open!

Become a Blue Ribbon Coalition: Applications Now Open!

The Blue Ribbon Coalition Initiative, driven by CADCA and the National Coalition Institute (NCI) with funding from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), is officially accepting applications for 2024!

CADCA’s Active Participation at the 67th CND: Advancing Community-Based Prevention on the Global Stage

CADCA’s Active Participation at the 67th CND: Advancing Community-Based Prevention on the Global Stage

CADCA proudly announces its recent participation in the 67th Annual United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND)

Understanding the Dynamics of Alcohol-Impaired Driving: A Rural-Urban Perspective 

Understanding the Dynamics of Alcohol-Impaired Driving: A Rural-Urban Perspective 

Alcohol-impaired driving remains a critical issue on American roads, posing risks to both urban and rural communities alike. Over the past decade, significant efforts have been made to mitigate this problem

Empowering Communities: PAWS’ Journey to Positive Change in Starkville

Empowering Communities: PAWS’ Journey to Positive Change in Starkville

Prevention and Wellness Starkville (PAWS), nestled in the college town surrounding Mississippi State University, has become a catalyst for positive change since becoming a Drug-Free Communities (DFC) coalition four years ago.

CADCA Advocates for Community-Based Prevention at the 67th Annual United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs Session

CADCA Advocates for Community-Based Prevention at the 67th Annual United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs Session

In a resolute commitment to combating substance misuse and fostering community well-being, CADCA proudly announces its active participation in the 67th Annual United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs.

President Biden’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget Request Released

President Biden’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget Request Released

On Monday, President Biden released his FY 2025 President’s Budget Request (PBR) to Congress. The PBR is the first step in the annual appropriations process and lays out the President’s budget priorities.