Governor Inslee has issued a Proclamation for Problem Gambling Awareness Month for March 2020. The Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling has taken the lead on requesting this proclamation each year.
News from DBHR
2020 Coalition Leadership Institute (CLI) moved to one day webinar
February 17, 2020
The Coalition Leadership Institute has been cancelled in alignment with guidance and recommenations issued by the Governor's office. We will be moving to a 9-2pm webinar on May 27, 2020. Register here.
This training is required for Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) coordinators. There may be space to accommodate other prevention... more
Spring Youth Forum scholarship applications now closed
February 14, 2020
Held annually at the Great Wolf Lodge, the goal of the... more
Save the date: 2020 Coalition Leadership Institute
December 6, 2019
DBHR’s 2020 Coalition Leadership Institute will be held on May 26 – May 28, 2020.
This is required for all CPWI Coalition Coordinators and ESD Prevention Directors. More information to come soon for registration.
See the Training Calendar for more information.
Registration for the 2019 Prevention Summit is now open!
August 20, 2019
2019 Prevention Awards of Excellence call for nominations
July 18, 2019
The Prevention Awards of Excellence are an opportunity to recognize individuals and organizations for their dedication and contributions to the Prevention field. Nomination information and form are now available.
Please take the time to nominate a colleague, young person, program or organization in the following award categories:
- Tribal Prevention
- Youth... more
Trauma–informed approach training – Partner with us!
June 10, 2019
HCA’s Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) currently has the opportunity, through federal block grant funding, to support and build on the good work organizations and agencies throughout Washington State are already doing to infuse a trauma-informed approach into healing, well-being, and recovery work with the individuals we serve.
What we’re doing
- Funding grants with organizations that responded to the request for application to further... more
Social norms marketing guidance for CPWI providers
June 7, 2019
DBHR has released guidance for implementing and disseminating social norms marketing strategies for Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) providers. The guidance will help ensure social norms marketing campaigns are being implemented to fidelity and achieve positive outcomes. You can find the this and other communciation best... more
Healthy Youth Survey input requested - extended to May 15
May 10, 2019
The Healthy Youth Survey (HYS) Planning Committee has begun the process to review and potentially revise the HYS questions for 2020, and are requesting your input and feedback. There are multiple opportunities to provide input outlined in the attached letter. If you have questions, please contact surveyadmin@AskHYS.net.
Drug-Free Communities grant application released, DBHR to provide support to applicants
May 8, 2019
The Executive Office of the President, Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) are accepting applications for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 ... more
