Announcements

Stanford Medicine is hosting the 7th annual conference on a virtual platform from April 22-23, 2026. 

Learn how to educate youth regarding substances including health effects, how to work with and intervene with current youth users, successful prevention strategies and curriculums (including harm-reduction), & the latest research on cannabis & other drugs.

Registration for this conference will include access to ALL workshops and materials for one year after… read more

The National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA) proudly shares the Winter issue of NICWA News. This issue embraces the oral tradition, Storytelling.

NICWA sees the impact of storytelling in daily work, from rallying advocates to ensuring training lessons stick long after the class. Whenever a child welfare worker or a family going through the system shares their experience, we are reminded of the power of storytelling, which helps empathize, connect, and relate. By telling… read more

The National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA) proudly hosts the 44th Annual Protecting Our Children Conference, the largest national gathering focused on Native child advocacy issues each year. This multi-day conference is the leading event dedicated to Tribal child welfare and well-being, attracting over 2,000 attendees annually—and growing! It’s the go-to place for anyone engaged in this critical work. 

In 2026, the in-person conference heads to Oklahoma City,… read more

The LCB's quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the Winter 2026 Cannabis Edition on Medium.

We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. This issue of Topics and Trends features the following stories:

DCYF is offering Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) Train-the-Trainer courses at no cost. These courses prepare facilitators to educate and support Native parents using a culturally specific approach. Trainings provide participants with a manual that contains instructional materials for eight PIP sessions, each grounded in traditional Native teachings about child rearing. 

Organizations interested in providing PIP to their community are encouraged to register.… read more

It’s time to put your creativity to the test! Washington Poison Center invites students from Kindergarten through 12th grade to take up their markers, colored pencils, and paintbrushes to participate in the 20th annual Poison Prevention Poster Contest. The 2026 theme is "Pick Your Poison."

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CADCA’s 2026 National Leadership Forum brings together thousands of coalition leaders, youth, and partners from across the country for four days of learning and conversation. Attendees gain practical tools and strategies that they can take back to their communities, along with opportunities to connect with peers who understand the realities of coalition work. 

Members of the PTTC Network will present a diverse set of sessions spanning prevention workforce development, youth… read more

National Drug Take Back Day is a DEA-sponsored, biannual event (April & October) for safe, anonymous disposal of unwanted prescription drugs, preventing misuse and environmental harm; the next one is April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering community sites for dropping off pills, patches, and sealed liquids, while also promoting year-round options at local pharmacies and police stations. 

SAMHSA has released 988 & 911: Strengthening Crisis Response While Managing Risk and Liability, a publication to help states, counties, Tribal nations, and local communities strengthen coordination between the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and traditional 911 emergency response systems.

Since the nationwide launch of 988, many communities have successfully redirected behavioral health crisis calls away from law enforcement–led responses and toward specialized mental health… read more

The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is pleased to announce the dates for the 2026 National Tribal Health Conference (NTHC)! Each year, NTHC brings together Tribal leaders, health professionals, advocates, and partners from across Indian Country to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and advance Tribal health policy and practice. Additional details, including registration, agenda highlights, and hotel information, will be shared in the coming months. For now, mark your calendar… read more