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New Job Openings Posted

The Athena Forum Job Opening Announcements page has been updated with several new positions in the prevention field, some within Washington…

January 08, 2026

DBHR shares updated map of CPWI sites

We're pleased to share a new map of Community Prevention & Wellness Initiative (CPWI) sites across Washington, updated December 2025 with…

January 02, 2026

Legislative session begins

The 2026 WA State legislative session is under way! This year is a “short session” meaning that it is half-way through the biennial budget…

January 01, 2026

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Announcements

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: 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
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
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

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
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
PSCBW to host Becoming and Maintaining Prevention Certification training

The Prevention Specialist Certification Board of Washington will be hosting their next webinar “Obtaining and Maintaining Prevention…

December 31, 2025
Register for the Montana Winter Institute 2026

Montana Winter Institute 2026 Building on What’s Strong With Us: Key Skills for Growing Positive Community Norms…

December 29, 2025

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Upcoming Events

Cannabis Use and Psychosis: from risk to treatment

Jan 16 2026 | 9 - 10am

Description An overview of the epidemiological and biological evidence that cannabis use increases the risk of…
Competencies in Focus: Coalition Structure

Jan 20 2026 | 9 - 10am

How did a coalition serving a 16-county region build and sustain a structure that supports collaboration and decision-making?

This webinar…
The sustainable mindset: Creating lasting change to improve your mental health

Jan 20 2026 | 10 - 11am

The New Year inspires us to set goals and embrace new beginnings. But most resolutions, especially those about health, often fade away by the…
Extending the Behavioral Health Workforce Series

Jan 20 2026 | 10 - 11am

Beginning in January, the Workforce Solutions Partnership will be launching a four-part webinar series titled Extending the Behavioral Health…

Connection In Chaos: Virtual Rural Prevention Summit - Day 1

Jan 20 2026 | 9am - 12pm

Washington

Come discover what your neighbors are doing and how they're addressing the evolving challenges facing rural prevention. Learn directly from…
Becoming and Maintaining Prevention Certification

Jan 21 2026 | 2 - 3pm

The Prevention Specialist Certification Board of Washington will be hosting our next webinar “Obtaining and Maintaining Prevention Certification”…
Strengthening Families Program 10-14 + Cannabis Training - Spokane

Jan 21 2026 | 8am - 4pm

Washington

Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14 and Fortaleciendo Familias para Padres y Jóvenes de 10-14 Años (SFP 10-14, FF 10-14)
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Integrating substance use treatment into integrated care settings

Jan 22 2026 | 9 - 10am

Presenter: Anthony Fleg, MD, MPH

Patients diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) frequently encounter stigma in their personal lives…

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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.

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