News from HCA's Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Apply for the Rural Health Transformation Program Advisory Committee

As part of Washington state’s Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, we’re organizing an advisory committee (AC). The RHT-AC will help prioritize projects, make policy recommendations, and play a driving role for the RHT Program.

National Prevention Week is May 10-16

National Prevention Week (May 10-16, 2026) is a public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country that are preventing substance use and misuse — and promoting positive mental health.

Register for the upcoming Healthy Youth Survey results webinar

The Healthy Youth Survey Planning Committee (HYSPC) is excited to announce the 2025 results webinar on May 14 at 3-5pm* via Zoom! 


Day one tentative agenda live! 2026 Coalition Leadership Institute

The 2026 Coalition Leadership Institute will be held in-person in Evans Event Hall at Evergreen State College from June 22 through June 24.

April's National Drug Take Back Day is coming up!

National Drug Take Back (NDTB) Day is coming up on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. NDTB day is a free, safe, anonymous, and convenient way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs as one of the many measures to prevent opioids and prescription medication misuse within communities. It is hosted in partnership with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), local law enforcement, and community partners. In October 2025, 48 collection sites across Washington collected a combined total of 3,963 pounds of unused prescription medications. 

Register for the CCSAP Annual Conference and Professional Development Meeting

Washington’s College Coalition on Substance misuse, Advocacy, and Prevention (CCSAP)’s annual conference and professional development meeting will be held virtually on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. PDT to 4:00 p.m. PDT


Reminder: Spring Youth Forum registration due April 3

Calling all Youth teams from across Washington to join us for the 2026 Washington State Spring Youth Forum—a celebration of youth leadership, creativity, and prevention success in communities throughout the state.

Reminder: Starts with One feedback survey closes 3/31!

The Starts with One campaign is gathering coalition feedback to help shape future campaign materials and resources. Last year, the campaign was refreshed with updated messaging, branding, and materials to better support communities across the state. Share your feedback by March 31 to help inform future updates and improvements!


Mark your Calendar: 2026 Coalition Leadership Institute

Save the date – The 2026 Coalition Leadership Institute (CLI) is being hosted on June 22-24!

Don't miss the March 24 listening session for behavioral health service providers

Don't miss the March 24 listening session for behavioral health service providers