Announcements

CADCA's new Youth Advocacy Toolkit guides young leaders through government, legislation, and advocacy steps. Learn how to engage effectively at the local and state level. 

This resource is free for CADCA members, and $35 for non-members. 

Click here to access the toolkit.

The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is excited to announce the 2026 Tribal Public Health Webinar Series! This series is part of an ongoing commitment to build capacity, share resources, and support Tribal Nations and the public health workforce across Indian Country.

Throughout 2026, each monthly webinar will focus on a core priority area - including public health infrastructure, behavioral health, data sovereignty, workforce development, federal policy updates, and more. Whether… read more

A new cohort for the Prevention Leaders Masterclass, by Prevention Leaders Network, begins February 2026. 

This training is a six-month opportunity for prevention professionals of all experience levels - from brand new coordinators to seasoned state leaders. Training includes two four-hour sessions per month.

By the end of six months, you will:

Hosted by Prevention First, the Connections in Prevention Conference brings together the prevention field to strengthen our collective efforts, focusing on community-driven approaches and person-centered care. The goals are to encourage open dialogue about incorporating equity principles into prevention efforts, offer opportunities for professional development, facilitate networking for meaningful collaborations, and highlight innovative best practices.

Mark your… read more

ADAI is launching a new summer internship program for UW undergraduates in Seattle, WA interested in working in substance use/addictions, public health, science/health communications, and related fields! Summer quarter 2026: June 22 – August 14 (8 weeks) Schedule: 4 days per week (Mon-Thurs) Hybrid: Remote with some in-person events (in/near Seattle, WA) Stipend: Approximately $5290 (for 100% FTE) The first cohort will participate in projects related to an educational campaign to… read more

CADCA has added an additional cohort to the virtual series of National Coalition Academy (NCA). 

Building and sustaining a coalition isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. CADCA’s National Coalition Academy™ (NCA) is a hands-on training program that gives you the structure, guidance, and skills to move your coalition work forward with confidence.

The National Coalition Academy™ (NCA™) is CADCA’s premier training program designed to equip… read more

The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting members for the HearMeWA Youth Advisory Group. The purpose of the HearMeWA Youth Advisory Group is to ensure that HearMeWA is and stays youth centered. Youth Advisory Group members provide meaningful input to the decision-making process to the Attorney General’s Office’s Youth Program team when it comes to HearMeWA's outreach and engagement and program feedback. Youth Advisory Group members will be compensated for their… read more

At the September Wahkiakum Community Network meeting, the coalition agreed to change their coalition logo to a student created logo following a contest sponsored by the coalition. Beth Brophy created the winning design while participating in a high school art class. The art class was taught by Mrs. Clark, who also teaches biology, honors geometry, and kindergarten music, and serves as the homeschool liaison.

As community organizations began rebuilding after the COVID-19 pandemic,… read more

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) and the Washington Poison Center (WAPC) are partnering on an environmental scan of kratom products to help better understand what is being sold across the state.

You can help by 1) sharing this announcement with your networks and 2) contributing photos of kratom and 7-OH products. As you see kratom and 7-OH products on shelves in your community, snap a picture and use the link below to send it to LCB.

Submit images using… read more

Adolescent Health Initiative (AHI) published a new, free training module resource exploring trauma, community violence, trauma-informed care, youth engagement and youth adult partnerships, and how school-based health centers can foster partnerships with youth to address community violence. 

For young people experiencing the traumas of community violence, school-based health centers (SBHC) can be a lifeline. But how can SBHC staff approach their interactions with adolescents in a… read more