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Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America: CADCA’s Global Impact

Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America:...

In recent years, CADCA has expanded its coalition-building efforts across Latin America, with a particular focus on empowering youth leaders to tackle pressing community issues.

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Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America: CADCA’s Global Impact

Youth Empowerment and Community Leadership in Latin America: CADCA’s Global Impact

In recent years, CADCA has expanded its coalition-building efforts across Latin America, with a particular focus on empowering youth leaders to tackle pressing community issues.

Empowering Change in Puerto Rico: Highlights from the 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Conference

Empowering Change in Puerto Rico: Highlights from the 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Conference

On Saturday, September 14, CADCA hosted its 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Conference in Puerto Rico, bringing together nearly 100 attendees dedicated to addressing key issues like the opioid epidemic, fentanyl, and tobacco prevention.

CADCA’s Drug-Free Kids Campaign Awards Dinner: A Celebration of Prevention and Progress

CADCA’s Drug-Free Kids Campaign Awards Dinner: A Celebration of Prevention and Progress

The annual CADCA Drug-Free Kids Campaign Awards Dinner stands as a hallmark event in the ongoing fight against substance misuse, bringing together leaders, advocates, and influencers committed to creating a safer, drug-free future for America’s youth.

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Coalitions in Action: Weber CTC’s Journey in Youth-Centric Substance Use Prevention

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

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.

2023 CADCA Graduate Spotlight

Pleins feux sur les diplômés CADCA 2023

Youth Spotlight: Vinayak Menon

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Youth and Advocacy Success from Advocate of the Year Recipient

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

Promoting Positive Lifestyles—Talking to Kids about Health and Wellness

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