CADCA is proud to congratulate the 11 coalitions that were named 2024 Blue Ribbon Coalitions as part of Phase 1.

The Love Detroit Prevention Coalition, spearheaded by Dr. Grenae Dudley, President and CEO, and Jeff Griffith, Chief Operating Officer, is a dynamic force in combating substance use among youth in Detroit’s most vulnerable communities.

So what is on the horizon for this long-storied coalition? Supporting their long list of ongoing programs and partnerships is high on the list, but they are still looking to add value where they are needed.

So what is on the horizon for this long-storied coalition? Supporting their long list of ongoing programs and partnerships is high on the list, but they are still looking to add value where they are needed.

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.

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 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!

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

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.

The Community Alliance of Resources for Everyone (CARE Coalition) has been titled this year’s Major General Arthur T. Dean’s Chairman’s Award Winner.

The East Providence Prevention Coalition (EPPC) recently earned national recognition as the 2023 Coalition of the Year through the Office of National Drug Control Policy-funded Blue Ribbon Coalition Initiative, marking a significant milestone in the coalition's more than three decades of dedicated service to its community.

In the heart of Chicago's northwest suburbs, the Communities for Positive Youth Development (CPYD) coalition is a noteworthy example of how community engagement and collaborative efforts can become a powerful force in combatting rising youth substance use trends.

Dallas County System of Services (DCSOS) has emerged as a beacon of hope and positive change in the heart of Alabama, particularly in Dallas County. Founded in 2005, this organization has been committed to providing a range of prevention and intervention services for the well-being of children, youth, and families in the region.