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Volume 4, Issue 7 - April 17, 2006

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Volume 4, Issue 7
April 17, 2006

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BREAKING NEWS
2006 Wisconsin State Prevention Conference
Wisconsin Coalitions Connect – Online Survey

RESEARCH UPDATES
State Report Finds Drop in Teen Drug Use

FUNDING ALERTS
Campus Suicide Prevention Grants
Drug Free Communities Support Mentoring Program
Prevention of Methamphetamine Abuse
Macy's North
Youthbuild Program

TRAINING/WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES
Preventing Gangs in Our Communities webcasts
Building Successful Alliances to Improve Outcomes
Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14
G.R.E.A.T. & Beyond: Preventing Gangs & Youth Violence
Raising Change: A Social Justice Fundraising Conference

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**BREAKING NEWS**

2006 Wisconsin State Prevention Conference
SAVE THE DATE!  Wisconsin Prevention 2006: Tools to Build a Prevention Framework will be held July 18-19, 2006, at the new Holiday Inn & Convention Center, Stevens Point.  Complete workshop descriptions, presenter information, and updates on conference planning will soon be available online at: http://wch.uhs.wisc.edu/12-PrevConf/12-PrevConf-Main.html.  Conference registration is $150 per person.  This low fee includes access to all conference sessions, as well as breakfast and lunch on July 18 and 19.  A general meal package may also be purchased for traveling companions.  See the registration form for more information when it is available. 

General Sessions include: 

Tuesday morning plenary speaker – Glynn Birch became MADD's first male and minority President during their 25th Anniversary, with a goal of reducing alcohol-related traffic deaths by 25% in three years.  Mr. Birch has reenergized MADD's grassroots with his vision and reengaged political leaders in the fight against impaired drivers.

Tuesday lunch speaker – Judy Cushing: "Reducing Underage Drinking: A Collective Responsibility" – This report was the turning point in the prevention of underage drinking.  Judy Cushing, a member of the 12-person group of medical, legal, and prevention professionals appointed by the National Academies of Science, Institute of Medicine, will discuss the report's recommendations and its roadmap for action.

Wednesday morning plenary speaker – Julie Battle: "Common Sense for Community Change" – Julie Battle blends research, data, and informant interviews in seeking that compelling "gold nugget."  Her new book outlines three radical truths and seven simple steps that can make all of us change agents.

Wednesday lunch speaker – Jesse Brown: "Passion + Power = Prevention" – Jesse Brown put that equation to work in Philadelphia by stopping the test marketing of Uptown cigarettes to youth, and fighting back the marketing of PowerMaster malt liquor to Philadelphia's African American youth.  In 2004, he led the successful effort to ban alcohol advertising from all city-owned property, including bus shelters.  Mr. Brown will describe how he harnessed the passion of local activists and the power of elected leaders to bring about community change. 
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Wisconsin Coalitions Connect – Online Survey

SAVE THE DATE!  July 19th at 3:00pm through July 20th at 12:00pm, plan on being a part of Wisconsin Coalitions Connect.  This event is being held immediately following the 2006 Wisconsin State Prevention Conference at the Stevens Point Holiday Inn and Convention Center. 

As promised, an ONLINE SURVEY to gather your input for shaping the July 19-20th Wisconsin Coalitions Connect event is ready for you!!  Please take 10 MINUTES to complete this important survey by April 30th, so that your desires will be known and we can plan the particulars.  (The survey will time-out 60 minutes after you begin, so if you get distracted, be sure to complete it within the hour.)  Be sure to hit 'DONE' at the bottom of the survey when you are finished.

The survey is located at:

http://doa.wi.gov/DHFSSurveys/TakeSurvey.asp?PageNumber=1&SurveyID=3434l44J7l90M

A local coalition leader who tested the survey said "The survey instructions were very clear and the survey was very user friendly."  We hope you think so, too!  But if not, or if you have additional ideas to share, please email Sue Allen at your convenience before May 3, 2006.

For several years, prevention coalition leaders and members across Wisconsin have been wanting to get together to share best practices, tackle common challenges and priorities, build bonds of support, and consider future joint efforts.  The purpose of this survey is to gather information about what you specifically need and want from such an event.  We will customize the event to your needs and wants.  Thank you for completing this survey - with your input we will be able to organize an event that will be beneficial to all.  Questions?  Please contact Sue Allen, Associate Director, Alliance for Wisconsin Youth, c/o Wisconsin Positive Youth Development, PO Box 10, Westfield, WI  53964, 608-296-9960 or susanrallen@verizon.net.

Estimated time to complete the survey: 10 minutes.  Thanks again!

 
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**RESEARCH UPDATES**

State Report Finds Drop in Teen Drug Use
A new state-by-state report on youth alcohol and other drug use found current use of illicit drugs on the decline, but few signs of progress in curbing underage drinking.  In 2004, 10.9 percent of youths ages 12-17 reported using illicit drugs in the past month, according to the report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).  That is down from 11.4 percent in 2002.  Illinois, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Dakota, Vermont, and Virginia saw youth drug use decline, while use in other states remained essentially unchanged.  Nationally, teen drinking also held steady, with 17.67 percent of teens saying they consumed alcohol within the last month.  Drinking rose among 12- to 20-year olds in California and Wisconsin.  The SAMHSA report found teen drug use was highest in Alaska and New Mexico and lowest in Mississippi and Iowa.  Smoking was highest in Kentucky and South Dakota and lowest in Utah and the District of Columbia.  Underage-drinking rates were highest in Iowa, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.  Read a press release at www.samhsa.gov/news/newsreleases/060406_survey04.htm or the full report at www.oas.samhsa.gov/2k4State/toc.htm.
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**RESOURCES/MATERIALS**

Mentor Recruitment Kit
With support from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, the National Network of Youth Ministries has released a Mentor Recruitment Kit.  This free kit, which may be ordered online, includes a DVD, a recruitment resource guide, and other resources.  The guide provides information on additional resources available via the Network's MentorYouth.com website, including the Mentor Recruitment Ambassador strategy, printed and electronic post cards, bulletin inserts, and public service announcements.  To obtain further information and to order one online, visit www.mentoryouth.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/recruitment.promo.  For additional mentoring resources, such as those described above, visit www.mentoryouth.com.
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"Think About It" Prom and Graduation Season Campaign Kit
A campaign presented by Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) in partnership with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) strives to help ensure a safe prom and graduation season.  A "Think About It" Campaign Kit is available online to help community coalitions increase visibility and awareness about the dangers of high school prom night and graduation.  The goal of the campaign is to raise awareness about the risks involved with underage drinking, especially during this celebratory time of year, and to have adult professionals available to respond to questions today's youth have about underage drinking and the law.  The campaign kit includes case studies, a "how-to" section, media outreach templates, PSAs, and a notice to parents.  To download campaign materials, visit www.sadd.org/campaign/taiprom.htm .  For questions regarding this campaign, contact Lindsay Jean Casavant at ljcasavant@sadd.org  or 877-SADD-INC.
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**FUNDING ALERTS**

Campus Suicide Prevention Grants
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is accepting applications for its Campus Suicide Prevention Grants, which help mentally- and behaviorally-disturbed youth who may be suicidal and have alcohol and other drug problems.  The grant is aimed at improving campus-based services, and only public, private, and state institutions of higher learning are eligible to apply.  Approximately $2.3 million in funding is available for 31 grants of up to $75,000 each.  The deadline for application is May 16.  For more information, go to www.samhsa.gov/news/newsreleases/060330_campus.htm.
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Drug Free Communities Support Mentoring Program
The Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) in conjunction with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has issued a request for applications for its annual Drug Free Communities Support Mentoring Program (DFC Mentoring).  The purpose of the DFC Mentoring grant is to reduce alcohol and other drug abuse among youth and adults via DFC mentors who help develop community coalitions and programs to identify risk factors and minimize them wherever possible.  Mentors should also focus on building support and cooperation between the communities, nonprofits, and local government.  Funding is available to current DFC new and continuation grant recipients.  To be eligible for this grant, interested organizations must have been in existence for at least five years, had notable success with youths in the alcohol and other drug field, and community support from the key sectors they will serve.  Deadline for applications is May 16.  For comprehensive information on this funding opportunity, application, and eligibility, view the full announcement.
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Prevention of Methamphetamine Abuse
A $3.3 million program from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will make grants to applicants looking to expand treatment, prevention, interventions, or infrastructure development to discourage methamphetamine misuse.  SAMHSA is expected to fund between nine and 11 grants of $300,000 to $350,000 per year for up to three years for research, program expansion, and reduction of methamphetamine use in the community.  Public, private, and faith-based nonprofit organizations; bodies of federal, state, local and tribal government; as well as public and private institutions of higher education are eligible to apply for this grant.  The deadline for applications is May 16.  View the full announcement for more details.
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Macy's North
Macy's North, a division of Macy's with stores operating in Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, invites applications for its annual community grant program.  Up to $5,000 is available to fund both new and continuing programs in the areas of health and welfare (including children and family wellness), education (including youth leadership development), and arts and culture.  Community-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofits working within Macy's North's operating service areas are eligible to apply for this grant.  Deadline for application is May 31.  For more information on the programs, application process, and eligibility, view the complete announcement at www.fields.com/common/comm_grants.jsp.
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Youthbuild Program
The purpose of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Youthbuild program is to assist disadvantaged young adults between 16 and 24 years of age in distressed communities to complete their high school education; provide on-site construction training experiences that result in the rehabilitation or construction of housing for homeless persons and low- and very low-income families; foster leadership skills; further opportunities for placement in apprenticeship programs; and promote economic self-sufficiency for program participants.  Eligible applicants are public or private nonprofit organizations including grassroots community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, state or local housing agencies or authorities, states or units of local government, or any entity eligible to provide education and employment training under other federal employment-training programs.  Approximately $46,035,000 in appropriated funds and carryover is available for fiscal year 2006.  The application deadline is June 9, 2006.  For more information, go to www.hud.gov/offices/adm/grants/nofa06/grpyouth.cfm.
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**TRAININGS/WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES**

Preventing Gangs in Our Communities webcasts
On May 23, 2006, at 2:00 pm ET, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention and the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services will air the first of two webcasts and satellite broadcasts on Preventing Gangs in Our Communities.  The second will be broadcast on June 6, 2006, at 2:00 pm ET.  Gang specialists from federal and local law enforcement agencies and community and faith-based organizations will join participants in discussing what law enforcement and communities are doing to share responsibility for gang prevention.  For more information about these broadcasts and to sign up to participate, visit www.DOJConnect.com.
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Building Successful Alliances to Improve Outcomes
On May 31-June 2, 2006, in San Francisco, CA, the Child Welfare League of America will hold its 2006 Juvenile Justice National Symposium, "Building Successful Alliances to Improve Outcomes."  The symposium will highlight work that addresses the connection between maltreatment and delinquency through improved systems coordination and integration.  Featured speakers include Kenneth Montague, Maryland Department of Juvenile Services; Martin P. Welch, Circuit Court for Baltimore City; and Judge Michael Nash, Los Angeles County Superior Court.  The deadline for online registration is May 17, 2006.  For more information about the symposium and to register online, visit www.cwla.org/conferences/ShowConference.asp?CONF=JJSYMPOSIUM&YEAR=2006.
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Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14
Back by popular demand, we are pleased to be offering another training in implementing the Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14.    This 2-day training will be held June 14-15, 2006, at the Holiday Inn Rothschild-Wausau.  The $175 training fee includes two full days of training, the basic training manual (which alone is valued at $175), and lunch both days.  This is a wonderful opportunity for those who need to be trained in this excellent program.  A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for the nights of June 13-14 at the Holiday Inn and will be held through May 22, 2006.  Space is limited to 30, so register as soon as possible.  For more information and to register, call the Wisconsin Clearinghouse at 800-248-9244.  This training is presented by the Wisconsin Clearinghouse in partnership with UW-Extension, and with support from the Wisconsin Department of Health & Family Services, Division of Children & Family Services, and the University of Wisconsin Extension Family Living Program.
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G.R.E.A.T. & Beyond: Preventing Gangs & Youth Violence
On July 26-28, 2006, in La Quinta, CA, the Office of Justice Programs' Bureau of Justice Assistance will sponsor "G.R.E.A.T. & Beyond: Preventing Gangs & Youth Violence in America's Communities."  The conference will offer a broad range of workshops designed to address the needs of communities implementing the Gang Resistance Education And Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program and those interested in doing so.  As the conference registration fee has been waived, participants are only responsible for incidental expenses such as travel, lodging, and meals.  G.R.E.A.T. grant funds may be used for these other expenses.  For further information and to register, visit http://conference.great-online.org/.  Questions may be addressed to GreatNationalConference2006@iir.com or to 800-726-7070.
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Raising Change: A Social Justice Fundraising Conference
Raising Change: A Social Justice Fundraising Conference is taking place on August 4-5, 2006, in Berkeley, CA.  Space is limited to 350 people and is expected to sell out quickly.  Don't miss the opportunity to attend this historic conference with an exciting group of organizers, fundraisers, executive directors, board members, and donors from around the country.  Participate in conversations about the relationship between fundraising and social change; skill-building workshops on topics including raising money in immigrant communities, earned income strategies for grassroots groups, and developing a major gifts program; a debate on foundation vs. grassroots fundraising; and keynotes by Kim Klein, Sonya Garcia, and Jerome Scott.  Take advantage of the early bird discount, and discounts for bringing more than one person to the conference.  Register now at www.grassrootsfundraising.org/raising_change.
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