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Coalitions in Action: Weber CTC’s Journey in...
In the heart of Weber County, Utah, Weber Communities That Care (Weber CTC) coalition is making significant strides in strengthening its community through substance use prevention and mental health promotion.
![Coalitions in Action: Weber CTC’s Journey in Youth-Centric Substance Use Prevention](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/NCA-Graduation-scaled.jpg)
Coalitions in Action: Weber CTC’s Journey in Youth-Centric Substance Use Prevention
In the heart of Weber County, Utah, Weber Communities That Care (Weber CTC) coalition is making significant strides in strengthening its community through substance use prevention and mental health promotion.
![Coalitions in Action: Cultivating the Leaders of Tomorrow](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/AAaaAAOCT_4015.jpg)
Coalitions in Action: Cultivating the Leaders of Tomorrow
Regina Meyerchick, affectionately referred to as “GG” by community members, has been a pivotal force behind the growth and success of the Washington Parish Youth Coalition.
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![Youth Spotlight: Vinayak Menon](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/youthspotlight-vinayak.png)
Pleins feux sur les jeunes : Vinayak Menon
J'ai été actif en tant que leader du secteur jeunesse de ma coalition au cours des 4 dernières années. j'ai trouvé
![Youth Spotlight: Andrea Marquez](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/youthspotlight-andrea_1.png)
Pleins feux sur les jeunes : Andrea Marquez
CADCA Youth Trainer, Andrea Marquez, a obtenu son diplôme en mai de l'Occidental College avec une majeure en études latino-américaines et une
![Youth Spotlight: Jabeen Sheikh](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/youthspotlight-jabeen.png)
Pleins feux sur les jeunes : Jabeen Sheikh
Jabeen Sheikh, membre du Youth Leadership Council for Community in Crisis (CIC) et du National Youth Advisory Council (NYAC) de la CADCA,
![Youth Spotlight: Jaleyna Lawes](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/youthspotlight-jaleyna_2.png)
Pleins feux sur les jeunes : Jaleyna Lawes
Jaleyna Lawes, membre du Conseil consultatif national de la jeunesse (NYAC) de CADCA, obtiendra son diplôme en juin de l'école secondaire Charles W. Flanagan
![Youth Spotlight: Yurimar Santiago](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/youthspotlight-yurimar.png)
Pleins feux sur les jeunes : Yurimar Santiago
Yurimar Santiago, un formateur CADCA pour les jeunes, obtiendra son diplôme en juin avec un baccalauréat ès sciences en musicothérapie du Texas
![Just Released: Rural Youth Engagement Toolkit](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/ruralyouthengagementtoolkit.jpg)
Just Released: Rural Youth Engagement Toolkit
Download the Rural Youth Engagement Toolkit One of the greatest challenges of this decade is opioid addiction. The opioid epidemic
![Youth Spotlight: Curtis Mark, 16, New Jersey](https://www.cadca.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/curtis_2.jpg)
Youth Spotlight: Curtis Mark, 16, New Jersey
How did you get started in coalition work? My first encounter with coalition work began when I was in the
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Réussite des jeunes et du plaidoyer du récipiendaire de l'avocat de l'année
Ananya Pati is not yet old enough to vote, but has already influenced great social change. A young leader in
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Promouvoir des modes de vie positifs—Parler aux enfants de la santé et du bien-être
There are many dimensions related to promoting positive health and wellness in our children. Parental involvement, support and consistent monitoring
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Two Youth Share Their CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute Experience
The CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute was a very productive and fun week. We didn’t know what to expect, but the
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Youth Leadership Training Inspires Community Change
The Youth Leadership training that I attended showed me the severity of the problems our communities face, like the opioid
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The Opposite of Addiction is Human Connection: Youth-Adult Partnerships Spur Success at DEA 360 Strategy Summit
In my travels across the country and the world, I’ve worked with thousands of young people in youth and adult