Announcements

The Native Youth Prevention Summit is a 3-4 day gathering for Native Youth and their adult advisors and youth advocates, occurring June 23-26, 2026 at the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. Visit the AIHC website to learn more and register.

The American Indian Health Commission (AIHC) is looking to recruit 10 Native Youth Leaders, ages 14-26, for a Youth Leadership Committee to participate in the planning committee for the upcoming Native Youth Prevention Summit.

Your role… read more

The Suicide Prevention Resource Center has released new data dashboards that visualize the latest data, in addition to free PowerPoint slides. 

Understanding the scope of suicide in the U.S. and in your community can help you develop more effective prevention efforts. The dashboard includes recent national suicide data, data on suicide deaths and attempts, suicidal thoughts, and means of suicide (i.e., methods).

Visit the data dashboard website.

Join an upcoming webinar on May 11 brought to you by Northwest HIDTA, Cle Elem Cascade Prevention Coalition, West Spokane Wellness Partnership and WASAVP. 

"Kratom: What Prevention Professionals Should Know" will describe kratom and 7-OH, address nationwide and state trends, and discuss evidence-informed strategies for prevention. It will conclude with a panel comprised of prevention professionals involved in successful kratom prevention legislation in Washington.… read more

Lopez Island Family Resource Center and the Lopez Youth Health Advocates, in partnership with the Coalition for Orcas Youth, are excited to host the 3rd Annual Moment of Youth Summit on Orcas Island at Camp Moran, taking place May 15–16, and it’s completely FREE to attend!

Two days, one powerful gathering. This overnight experience is made possible through the generous support of the Washington State Department of… read more

National Public Health Week is April 6–12, 2026. Join the American Public Health Association in celebrating this year’s theme, Ready. Set. Action!, which highlights the impact of public health in improving daily life, protecting families, and strengthening communities across the country. In celebration of the week, explore recommended books and resources connected to this year’s priority areas. From memoirs to children’s titles, there’s something for every reader and learning style… read more

Now Available: Improving Maternal Mental Health in Women with Serious Mental Illness. 

Women with serious mental illness (SMI) face significantly higher risks during pregnancy and the postpartum period, including being among those most affected by maternal mortality. Yet critical gaps in care persist across state mental health systems. Our latest brief shows what states can do right now.

Highlights:

Dear Colleagues: 

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is inviting young people across the state to apply for the Adolescent and Young Adult Health Youth Advisory Council. 

Who we’re seeking: 

Young people ages 13–22 who live in Washington and want to share their ideas, recommendations, and feedback… read more

Abstract submissions are now open for the 2026 National Prevention Network (NPN) Conference, taking place virtually on September 29–30, 2026.

The NPN Conference brings together prevention professionals from across the country to share the latest research, innovative strategies, and best practices in substance use prevention.

Call for Abstracts

We invite you to submit proposals that highlight:

CADCA Mid-Year Training Institute occurs July 12-16, 2026 at Gaylord Palms in Orlando, Florida. Registration is now open open, with early bird rates through June 9. 

This year’s theme is Powered by Purpose, for the 25th Annual event. This milestone year reflects a field in transition, moving from resilience in the face of challenge to forward momentum fueled by clarity, confidence, and shared mission. Prevention professionals from across the country will gather… read more

A message from our proud partners at DCYF: 

April is National Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month, a time to reflect on what it takes to ensure all children and families can live purposeful, happy lives with hope for the future.

This year’s theme, Pinwheels of Possibility, challenges a long-standing misconception: that child abuse and neglect are the result of individual parental failure. In reality, they are often the outcome of unmet needs, chronic stress, and gaps in… read more