Announcements

CADCA is proud to welcome the newest members of the National Youth Council (NYC), a select group of young leaders ages 15-18 who are shaping the future of substance misuse prevention. The Athena Team applauds two Washington youth for their leadership and volunteerism on this committee. 

These emerging leaders were selected for their demonstrated commitment to prevention work and their leadership in their schools and communities. Between February 2026 and July 2027, they will… read more

Washington Poison Center has identified a concerning and sustained increase in overdoses among youth involving diphenhydramine, a common over-the-counter medication (brand name BenadrylTM). This trend is linked to both intentional self-harm and substance misuse. Coordinated action across healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations is essential to reduce harm and prevent further increases.

Diphenhydramine is found in many over-the-counter sleep aids, cough and cold… read more

A recording of the Kids' Mental Health Pierce County webinar, "Supporting Youth and Families in Grief," is now available. 

The challenges of grief can be profound, affecting children and teens throughout their development. This webinar will help participants deepen their understanding of key factors in supporting children and families impacted by loss. Because children grieve within the context of their family system, participants will learn practical tools to strengthen and… read more

Your complete SAMHSA Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit is here.

Mental Health Awareness Month 2026 launches May 1. The theme this year is: See the Person. Support the Journey. Throughout May, SAMHSA will share resources you need to show up for this month, in your channels, your conversations, and your communities.

What's inside the toolkit:

The National Indian Health Board is seeking to collect information to better understand existing educational pathways, internships, fellowships, and career opportunities in Tribal public health, including areas such as research, education, leadership, and policy. The Tribal Public Health Career Pathways Survey is announced to support workforce development. 

The information collected through the survey will help Tribes, Tribal organizations, and individuals access… read more

Overdose Awareness Series

Bridging public health, healthcare, and community response. 

The Washington Poison Center is seeking speaker proposals to lead sessions during the 7th annual Overdose Awareness Series, taking place every Tuesday in August: August 4, 11, 18, 25. 

Session formats include presentations, workshops, panel discussions, or any other format you would like to propose. The following are… read more

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