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2026 Community Survey Information & Documents Published

The Athena Forum CPWI Community Survey page is updated with information and documents related to the current, 2026 implementation of the survey.…

January 27, 2026

Mark your calendars: CPWI Strategic Planning Training

The Athena Forum Strategic Planning Resources page is updated with 2026 information and expectations, including a Strategic Planning Training Plan…

January 27, 2026

Call for prevention professionals to volunteer for the 2026 Prevention Awards of Excellence review team

Each year, the Prevention Awards of Excellence recognize outstanding prevention professionals, community members, youth, and coalitions for their…

January 22, 2026

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Announcements

Washington Poison Center hosts poison prevention poster contest through Feb 8

It’s time to put your creativity to the test! Washington Poison Center invites students from Kindergarten through 12th grade to take up their…

January 20, 2026
Find the PTTC at CADCA's National Leadership Forum

CADCA’s 2026 National Leadership Forum brings together thousands of coalition leaders, youth, and partners from across the country for four days…

January 20, 2026
Save the date: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

National Drug Take Back Day is a DEA-sponsored, biannual event (April & October) for safe, anonymous disposal of unwanted prescription…

January 15, 2026
SAMHSA releases publication "988 & 911: Strengthening Crisis Response While Managing Risk & Liability"

SAMHSA has released 988 & 911: Strengthening Crisis Response While Managing Risk and Liability, a publication to help states, counties, Tribal…

January 15, 2026

Save the date: 2026 National Tribal Health Conference

The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is pleased to announce the dates for the 2026 National Tribal Health Conference (NTHC)! Each year,…

January 13, 2026
Due January 16: HHS Soliciting Nominations for the Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC)

Due January 16: HHS Soliciting Nominations for the Secretary's Tribal Advisory Committee (STAC)

The Department of Health and Human…

January 13, 2026
SAMHSA Kicks off Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is charged with helping people in the United States access treatment for…

January 07, 2026
Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program - New (Year 1 Recompete)

The Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program was created by the Drug-Free Communities Act of 1997 (Public Law 105-20). The Executive Office of…

January 07, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Montana Winter Institute 2026

Jan 29 2026 | 10 - 11am

Montana Winter Institute 2026 Building on What’s Strong With Us: Key Skills for Growing Positive Community Norms…
Communities That Care Training of Facilitators

Jan 29 2026 | 9 - 11am

This live, virtual training series is designed for identified Communities That Care Facilitators (i.e., sometimes called CTC Coordinators or CTC…
The State of Mental Health in America and Native Country

Jan 29 2026 | 10 - 11:30am

Drawing on recent national reports and surveys, this webinar will examine the current state of mental health in America and in Native Country. The…
Guiding Good Choices and Guiando Buenas Decisiones Training - Snohomish

Jan 27 - 29 2026

Washington

Guiding Good Choices and Guiando Buenas Decisiones (GGC, GBD)
Training is available in English and Spanish for initial (new facilitators) and…

Montana Winter Institute 2026

Jan 30 2026 | 10 - 11am

Montana Winter Institute 2026 Building on What’s Strong With Us: Key Skills for Growing Positive Community Norms…
Communities That Care Training of Facilitators

Feb 2 2026 | 9am - 2pm

This live, virtual training series is designed for identified Communities That Care Facilitators (i.e., sometimes called CTC Coordinators or CTC…
SAMHSA's Prevention Day

Feb 2 2026

Maryland

SAMHSA’s Prevention Day brings together 4,000 prevention practitioners, scientists, leaders (federal, state, community, tribal), and consumers at…
Communities That Care Training of Facilitators

Feb 3 2026 | 9am - 2pm

This live, virtual training series is designed for identified Communities That Care Facilitators (i.e., sometimes called CTC Coordinators or CTC…

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Community Library

The Athena Forum’s Community Library makes various prevention resources readily available for use by substance use disorder prevention and mental health promotion professionals and volunteers statewide. The Community Library is comprised of handouts, templates, risk profiles, publications, brochures, guidance, and reference tools. Providers can also use this shared space to upload coalition-developed publications, such as newsletters, and earned media that highlights local work.

Visit the Community Library