August/September 2026

AC4C Roundtable

Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) Trainings for YSS/AC4C Opioid Prevention Coalition Capacity Project


Here is a list of the trainings that are still available for any coalition members and prevention specialists in Iowa through this project and are free of charge. 


Implementation Training YSS/AC4C

August 18, 11AM-12noon

REGISTER HERE


Evaluation Training YSS/AC4C

September 1, 11AM-12noon

REGISTER HERE


Sustainability Training YSS/AC4C

September 15, 11AM-12noon

REGISTER HERE












AC4C Quarterly Fall

Work Retreat

September 22-23, 2026


Thanks to the Mid-America PTTC for arranging Albert Gay (pictured above) to lead us in a virtual training and thanks to Albert for giving his time. Hopefully this training will also help some of you who are getting certified in prevention and need specific CEUs, while helping all of us be better at prevention in our communities.


AC4C's two-day retreat will be both in-person at MCTC at Camp Dodge and virtually through Zoom. There is free limited lodging available on campus for those coming in-person for the night before (9/21) and the night between (9/22). (Indicate your need for that when you REGISTER.)


The agenda:


Tuesday, September 22

Day 1: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Hybrid: In-person at Camp Dodge or via Zoom

 

8:30-9:00 a.m. – Orientation for new and current members

9:00-9:25 a.m. – Introductions

9:25-9:30 a.m. – Approval of the June Retreat Minutes

9:30-10:30 a.m. – State Partner Sharing

10:30-10:45 a.m. - Break

10:45-12:00 p.m. – State Partner Sharing

12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. – Lunch Break

1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. – Action Team Sharing

2:30-2:45 p.m. – Break

2:45-3:15 p.m. – Summer Conferences highlights to share

3:15-3:30 p.m. – Wrap up

 

 Wednesday, September 23

Day 2: 9:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Hybrid: In-person at Camp Dodge or via Zoom

 

9:15-9:30 a.m. – Introductions for new participants

9:30-11:00 a.m. – Albert Gay- Using Cultural Humility to Stand Up in Your Prevention Coalition -1.5 IBC requested

11:00-11:15 a.m. – Break

11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – Grant & Workgroup Updates

12:00-1:30 p.m. – Lunch Break

1:30-2:45 p.m. – Coalition Sharing

2:45-3:00 p.m. – Highlights of the Day/Retreat and Upcoming Events

Free virtual

EARLY INTERVENTION

for Iowa youth grades 6-12 from YSS

Alcohol is known to cause several types of cancer including colon, breast and liver cancer. Lower your risk by drinking less.  Get tips to help you drink less at YourLifeIowa.org/alcohol.

Source: 2024 Cancer in Iowa Report 
















AC4C Annual Prevention Conference

Wednesday, November 4 at MCTC/Camp Dodge in Johnston

Something new this year: Two pre-conference opportunities will be held simultaneously at MCTC, November 3, 1-4 pm:

  • How to Leverage AI in Prevention Work
  • Ethics Recertification for Prevention Professionals

(Registration and the agenda for both days will be coming out very soon. Limited lodging on campus will be available the night of November 3.)


Day on the Hill 2027 -February 24


2026-2027 Quarterly Work Retreat Dates: (Tentative)

-December 3-4, 2026

-March 23-24, 2027

(Legislative Learning Event is confirmed for March 24, 2027, during the spring retreat.)


Resources to Share and Links to check out... 


Members, keep up with the latest in the news

AC4C on Facebook


AC4C Youth on Instagram


Looking for a training

Iowa Board of Certification


Iowa ODCP

 

Iowa State Patrol

 

Iowa Health and Human Services & Your Life Iowa

 

Partnership for A Healthy Iowa


Do you know about RALI Iowa?

Check out this organization and information about their virtual trailer HERE


More resources...

Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau


Drive Smart Iowa

 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

 

Traffic Safety Marketing

 

Stop Drugged Driving


Did you know you can now utilize Your Life Iowa to find the Tobacco Prevention & Control and Alcohol Prevention social media and other resources such as the My Life, My Quit images and posts? Check these and others out at YOUR LIFE IOWA.

It’s not just “water vapor.” Nearly all vapes contain nicotine, plus a mix of flavorings, heavy metals and toxic chemicals like acetone (nail polish remover) and formaldehyde (used to embalm bodies). Want to quit? Text “Start My Quit” to 36072 or start chatting now: ia.mylifemyquit.org

It's a great day to quit (or never start).

September is National Recovery Month! Together, we can make a difference in the lives of people in or seeking recovery from mental and substance use disorders.

VISION Statement:

To be the leading, statewide coalition and community based resource promoting the health of Iowans.  


 MISSION Statement:

Unifying Iowans to address substance use and mental health issues across the lifespan on a state
and community level.

Join an Action Team or Work Group session every month!


Access the action team meetings on Mondays. Login information here

 

Other Substances Action Team

Next meeting- October 5. No Meeting in September due to Labor Day.


Marijuana Action Team

Next meeting- September 14 @ 9:30 a.m.


Nicotine Action Team 

Next meetings: August 17 and September 21 @ 10:30 a.m.


Alcohol Action Team

Next meetings- August 24 and September 28 @ 9:30 a.m.

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Policy Work Group

 

Co-Chair:  

Jennifer Husmann

Co-Chair: 

Maggie Ballard



4th Wednesday at 2:00 pm


Looking for a volunteer to replace Jennifer as a Co-chair on this work group. If you are interested in this position please contact a board member or Jennifer.  


Purpose: To collaborate with the community and statewide entities to advocate and educate on substance abuse legislation, policies, and related issues.

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Capacity/Sustainability Work Group


We are in need co-chairs for this group. Please let us know if you would like this leadership opportunity.


3rd Monday at 2:00 pm (Every other month now- next meeting scheduled is September 21.)


Please let Jennifer know if you would like to be sent the link for the meeting.


Purpose: Create a network of professionals that have diverse knowledge, experience, and interests to build skills and provide resources to members of AC4C. 


2026 AC4C Board

 
 
Connected Communities.

Effective Coalitions.

Healthy Iowans.



Top row (all L to R): Jen Stolka- newly elected President, Teresa King- VP, Penny McCaslin- At Large

Middle row:

Kassy Rice- At Large,

Kris Rankin- Secretary, Julie Doeppke- Treasurer

Bottom row:

Savanah Strahan, Penny Seidenkranz, Cheryl Buntsma -At Large Members


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