Join or Start a Coalition
What are community coalitions?
A coalition is a voluntary, formal agreement and collaboration between groups or sectors of a community in which each group retains its identity but all agree to work together toward a common goal of building a safe, healthy, and drug-free community
Community coalitions are comprised of parents, teachers, law enforcement, businesses, religious leaders, health providers and other community activists who are mobilizing at the local level -- and nationally under the CADCA umbrella -- to make their communities safer, healthier and drug-free.
How do coalitions make a difference in communities?
Coalition building is a smart strategy that promotes coordination and collaboration and makes efficient use of limited community resources. By connecting multiple sectors of the community in a comprehensive approach, community coalitions are achieving real outcomes.
What is the difference between Coalitions and Programs?
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Coalitions |
Programs |
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Scale |
Coalitions measure success by examining community level indicators. This applies to all coalition outcomes (short- and long- term). |
Programs measure change in individuals who have been directly affected by the intervention(s). |
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Address Multiple Causes |
Coalitions seek to ensure that all causes of identified problems are addressed |
Programs are more focused on single strategies, e.g., parenting classes or peer mentoring. |
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Roles |
Coalition activities are diffused and taken by all members with staff playing a coordinating or supporting role. |
Program staff lead the process and are responsible for implementing interventions. |
Looking to join an existing coalition in your area?
Wanting to start a NEW coalition in your area?
