• Professional Competency Prevention Pathways: Centering the Emerging Professional Workforce

    Online / Zoom

    The Centering the Emerging Professional Workforce series is developed for emerging prevention professionals, by emerging prevention professionals. Sessions will be co-led by professionals early in their prevention field and will focus on engaging transitional age youth, establishing the peer workforce, and career advancement. August Topic As the field of prevention grows, we continuously unpack how essential lived...

  • CalSCHLS 2025-26 Annual Statewide Webinar

    Online / Zoom

    The CalSCHLS team is thrilled to invite you to our Annual Statewide Webinar! Join us on August 27 for an exciting deep dive into everything new for the 2025-26 school year. We’ll explore the “why” behind the data, review what the data measures, and share tips on how to collect the data like a pro. Plus, don’t miss...

  • Beyond Perceptions of Tokenization: Strategies to Sustain Engagement in Substance Use Prevention Coalitions

    Online / Zoom

    Enhancing Prevention Efforts: Prevention Application Community of Practice Overview: Prevention Application Community of Practice spaces will support the continuing education of prevention professionals in a manner that is engaging, focused on skill building, dynamic, and in line with statewide goals. Together we will “unpack” what has been learned in professional competency training events, thus supporting the...

  • Welcome to Prevention! An Introduction to the Primary Prevention Field

    Online / Zoom

    Overview This introduction to substance use disorder (SUD) prevention is where to come to get answers to (at least some of!) the questions you’ve had about the primary prevention field, including: If you’re new to the prevention field, or still trying to gain a fundamental understanding of primary prevention best practices at the local, state,...

  • Building Your Foundation in Substance Use Disorder Primary Prevention Practices Series

    Online / Zoom

    Overview This training will present an overview of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) – the Substance Abuse Mental Health Service Administration model that all California counties follow when planning their substance use disorder primary prevention services. Topics will include: About the Presenter Charlie Seltzer (he/him) was the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) prevention coordinator for the Mendocino...

  • Beyond Trauma-Informed: Healing-Centered Practices within Prevention

    Online / Zoom

    Enhancing the Behavioral Health Workforce: Prevention Pathways Community of Practice ABHPC hosts monthly online Prevention Pathways Community of Practice. These interactive sessions will provide participants with an opportunity to learn, build skills for successful prevention efforts, and network with other prevention professionals. Discussions will be centered around best practices in prevention, emerging and empirical research, and...

  • Let’s Talk – The Middle School Years: What to Know About Underage Substance Abuse

    Online / Zoom

    This discussion will focus on the critical intersection of mental health and underage substance use in teens. We will explore how mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and stress, can increase the likelihood of adolescents turning to substances as a coping mechanism. The session will highlight the warning signs, the impact of substance use...

  • Intersectionality Identity Web: Exploring the Layers of Ourselves as Prevention Professionals

    Online / Zoom

    Overview ABHPC hosts monthly online Prevention Pathways Community of Practice. These interactive sessions will provide participants with an opportunity to learn, build skills for successful prevention efforts, and network with other prevention professionals. Discussions will be centered around best practices in prevention, emerging and empirical research, and evidence-based programs. Each session will be led by an...

  • Let’s Talk – Underage Substance Abuse in Marin

    Online / Zoom

    Join us for a virtual discussion focused on current alcohol and drug use trends among Marin County youth. We will review local data, discuss the broader context of substance use in the community, and explore how Marin’s culture may impact youth behavior. The presentation will also include a youth speaker who will share their personal...

  • Let’s Talk – The Elementary Years: Laying Strong Foundations: Parenting For Prevention

    Online / Zoom

    Join us for an engaging discussion designed to explore key parenting topics like different parenting styles, effective communication, and building strong connections. Learn how to create a solid foundation that nurtures your child’s growth and supports a healthy, trusting relationship as they journey into their teenage years and beyond during this special evening with guest...