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In this Issue:
- News
- Events & Webinars
- Community Resources
- Los Recursos Familial en Español
- Family Resources in English
- Job Opportunities
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Spotlight On:
Be Part of RISE Drug Free MKE’s Community Impact
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Members of Milwaukee County’s prevention community are excited about the new direction their work is taking. This spring, the former Milwaukee County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (MCSAP) revived their name and mission as RISE Drug Free MKE. Coalition members are now tasked with "raising awareness of substance (mis)use, and, through inclusive education, elevating our entire community, from our youth to our elders, out of the harms caused by substance (mis) use."
Coalition members have developed a new strategic plan that incorporates best practices to utilize in a post-pandemic Milwaukee County. To fulfill their plan, RISE is seeking community members who want to step up and be part of the solution by joining one of the coalition’s new Action Teams:
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Youth Action Team: Centering the needs and voices of Milwaukee County youth in prevention efforts
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Mental Health and Wellness Action Team: Promoting community-wide wellness to support prevention efforts
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Substance Prevention Action Team: Supporting practices that prevent upstream substance use and mitigate downstream effects of substance (mis)use
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Data Action Team: Using data to promote coalition learning to support prevention efforts
Want to learn more? Contact Hannah Lepper at hlepper@communityadvocates.net.
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Let’s Connect! Join the PPI Membership Network | |
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In 15 years, Community Advocates Public Policy Institute has moved the needle on critical issues facing our community. We've made clear progress toward many of our goals, including connecting housing policy to health issues, supporting the success of returning citizens to our community, reducing kids' and teens' access to potentially lethal substances, and promoting positive activities and life skills for our youth.
Still, as we mark our 15th anniversary in 2023, we have so much more to do.
We aren't daunted by the challenges we face. We're excited about finding solutions to them.
That's why we're asking you to join us as a Member of Community Advocates Public Policy Institute—to share your insights, learn from our staff and partners, and help us to improve the health and well-being of our community members by changing the upstream conditions that cause poverty, substance misuse, and trauma.
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Milwaukee Common Council
Unanimously Approves Vape Shop Rules
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After a six-month moratorium on new vape shops in the city of Milwaukee, last week alders unanimously approved new rules on new vape and smoke shops within the city. The rules, sponsored by Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, would prohibit new vape and smoke shops from operating within 500 feet of another vape or smoke shop, and bar them from opening within 1,000 feet of a school. Health-promoting leaders and organizations—including the American Lung Association, the City of Milwaukee Tobacco-Free Alliance, El-Bethel Church of God in Christ, FACT youth, Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski, Wisconsin Hispanic Latino Tobacco Prevention Network, and Wisconsin Tobacco Prevention and Poverty Network—raised awareness of the harms posed by smoking and vaping to our youth and other communities targeted by commercial tobacco and vape companies, including LGBTQ+ people, people experiencing poverty, and people of color. The rules now go to Mayor Cavalier Johnson for hiss vote.
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Save the Date: Discover Wellness
Friday, August 11
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Community organizations involved in Partnerships for Success-19 are offering this free, family-friendly event on Friday, August 11, at Johnsons Park. Discover Wellness will highlight self-care strategies across the eight dimensions of wellness. Enjoy free food, resources, activities, raffles, prizes and more! Then stick around for a movie sponsored by Neu-Life Community Development. We'll offer more details as we get closer to the date. Want to get involved? Contact Hannah at hlepper@communityadvocates.net.
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Organized by the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County, Project Homeless Connect brings together resources and services under one roof to best serve those experiencing homelessness. This year, it will be held on Thursday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Marquette University’s Memorial Alumni Union, 1442 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. Organizers are seeking resource providers and volunteers for this life-affirming event.
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Wisconsin Personal Responsibility Education Program Funding Opportunity | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Adolescent Health Team is announcing a funding opportunity for an implementation site to administer comprehensive sexual education within a Positive Youth Development framework.
The Wisconsin Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) is designed to prepare young people for adulthood and educate adolescents on both abstinence and contraception to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV/AIDS. The program serves youth who are homeless, in foster care, live in rural areas or in geographic areas with high teen birth rates, or come from racial or ethnic minority groups. The program also supports pregnant and parenting youth.
PREP provides comprehensive, medically accurate information and replicates effective, evidence-based and evidence-informed program models that have demonstrated effectiveness in delaying sexual activity, increasing condom or contraceptive use for sexually active youth, or reducing unintended pregnancy among youth. The deadline for applications is August 4.
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Milwaukee Public Library AmeriCorps Program Accepting Applications | |
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The MPL AmeriCorps Program is a year-long service program that promotes literacy, education, and community engagement through partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and libraries. AmeriCorps members work with MPL staff and community partners to provide literacy support, develop and lead educational programs, and assist with community engagement initiatives. For further details about the MPL AmeriCorps Program and the application process, go to mpl.org/for_youth/americorps. The application deadline is September 1, 2023.
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Amani Pop-Up Outreach Days
Tuesday, June 27 & Tuesday, July 11
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Coming to a corner near you… Amani United and Dominican Center will be hosting pop-up events in June, while COA Youth & Family Centers takes over in August. You’ll find resources, food, and fun from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at 25th and Hopkins on June 27 and at 20th and Center on July 11. Check the flyer for details and if you want to be a partner.
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Stimulants 101
Tuesday, June 27
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This Opioid Respond Network-funded training from the Boston Medical Center is designed to provide an overview of stimulant use disorder for all healthcare organization staff including providers, nurses, counselors and other non-clinical staff. The training reviews stigma, identifying stimulant overdose, managing acute stimulant intoxication, de-escalation techniques, and evidence-based treatment for people who use stimulants. It will be held from 12 to 1 p.m. on June 27.
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Thirty Years of the FMLA:
What’s Worked, What Hasn’t, and Recommendations for More Equitable Policies
Wednesday, June 28
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In this Institute for Research on Poverty webinar, the panelists will assess to what extent the Family Medical Leave Act fulfilled the original intent; how the policy has further widened the gap between low-wage workers – especially women and people of color – and their peers; and what types of policies could provide more equitable and accessible coverage for the workers who need it most. This webinar will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. on June 28.
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Involucramiento de comunidades Latino- Estadounidenses en Coaliciones de Prevención: Retos, Soluciones y Lecciones Aprendidas
miércoles, 28 de junio
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Una discusión de panelistas cubrirá los temas que se enumeran a continuación. Los panelistas compartirán sus experiencias profesionales en el campo de la prevención mientras trabajan en diversas comunidades.
- Describir la relacion entre el estigma y la epidemia de los opiodes and la comunidad Latina en los Estados Unidos
- Describir la importancia de involucrar a los jovenes en el trabajo de una coalicion
- Describir abordajes de la salud mental y su relacion con la prevencion de abuso de sustancias.
- Describir estrategias efectivas para promover la participacion de la comunidad Latina en el trabajo de una coalicion.
Este seminario web en español se llevará a cabo el 28 de junio a las 12 p.m.
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Zero Youth Corrections Youth Input Session
Wednesday, June 28
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This Zero Youth Corrections Community Input Session is by young people, for young people. Youth input on strategies to reduce youth incarceration in Milwaukee will be used to guide an RFP process to distribute $400,000 total in funding. Learn more at milwaukeeturners.org/zyc. Questions? Contact zyc@milwaukeeturners.org. This session will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Your Move MKE, 1109 Historic W. Mitchell St., Milwaukee. No pre-registration is required.
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Healing 4 Our Youth
Thursday, June 29
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Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) invites you to multiple interactive community events to get ideas from youth, families, and members of the community working for change that focuses on solutions to the root causes of violence in our community and its impact on young people. This will be an intergenerational dialogue that will uplift the voice of youth, persons impacted by violence, and individuals working to make a difference. There will be light refreshments, an opportunity for people to share their stories and other interactive ways to promote change for community healing and safety. It will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 29 at Employ Milwaukee, 2342 N. 27th St., Milwaukee.
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MATC Pop Up: A Community Impact Series
Thursday, June 29
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Start your new career in less than two years by earning a license, certification, or associate degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College. Talk to recruiters, find the program that’s right for you, and learn how you can attend MATC for free. Alderman Russell W. Stamper II will talk about efforts to bring workforce development into the community. This event will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 29 at St. Ann Center, Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave., Milwaukee.
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The Role of Certified Peer Specialists
Thursday, June 29
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Certified Peer Specialists (CPS) have an integral role to play within behavioral health organizations. As the profession continues to grow it is important that all behavioral health providers have a deep understanding of the role and value of this work. In this training, learners will strengthen their understanding of what a Certified Peer Specialist is, and what it is not. They will explore the value of mutuality, inclusion, and centering lived experience. Learners will leave with skills on how you can support the role of CPS within your program, and be an advocate for the role. This webinar from the Behavioral Health Training Partnership will be held from 12 noon to 4 p.m. on June 29.
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Empowering Latina Professionals Serving Hispanic and Latino Communities Conference
Friday, July 7
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This conference sponsored by the National Hispanic and Latino MHTTC has been rescheduled and will now be held on July 7 at the Grand Geneva Hotel in Lake Geneva. The main purpose of this free one-day in-person conference is to facilitate a meeting of Latina professionals working in the behavioral health field. Sessions will focus on strengthening behavioral health services for Hispanic/Latino communities, developing leadership and mentoring skills, and establishing a community of practice among Latina behavioral healthcare professionals. All presentations will be in Spanish and registration is limited to Latina behavioral health professionals.
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Triple P Group Parenting Course
Eight Tuesdays, July 11-August 29
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The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program’s simple, practical strategies have been proven to work around the world. The Parenting Network is offering six in-person classroom sessions plus two weeks of personalized support as you try out your selected strategies. Triple P makes positive, effective parenting a habit!
- Learn the causes of behavior problems
- Encourage better behaviors
- Calmly and assertively address negative behaviors
- Track improvements of your parenting goals
- Get individualized parent coaching
- Take care of yourself as a parent
Sessions will be held on Tuesdays, beginning July 11, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Milwaukee Center for Children and youth, 317 W. National Ave., Milwaukee. These courses are for parents of children up to 12 years. Childcare is provided. To register, call the Parent Helpline at 414-671-0566. Please request childcare when registering.
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Mobile Food Pantry
Tuesday, July 18
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Drive through or walk up to receive free food and other resources thanks to the Dominican Center, Amani United, and Feeding America of Eastern Wisconsin. Items are first come, first served, and include meat, dairy, non-perishables, produce, hygiene items, and other resources. You can pre-register at the link below. Volunteers are needed, too. The event will be held from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Dominican Center, 2470 W. Locust St., on July 18 and August 15.
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A Home for Everyone Conference
Wednesday, July 19 & Thursday, July 20
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The mission of the Wisconsin Collaborative for Affordable Housing is to promote access to decent, safe and affordable housing for economically disadvantaged households in Wisconsin through the preservation and development of housing and housing services by promoting effective collaboration between public, private and community organizations.
The Collaborative organizes the annual A Home for Everyone conference for the purpose of focusing on these issues for low-income families and individuals. This year’s theme is Advocacy Activated! Making Change Happen at Home. The conference will be held at the Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center in Oshkosh.
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Defusing Your Child’s Tantrum:
7 Strategies to De-Escalate Your Child and Yourself
Tuesday, July 25
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Learn how a child’s brain reacts to stress, how to calm your child, and how to de-escalate yourself. This workshop is for adults and child care is not provided. It will be presented by Community Advocates Public Policy Institute’s Rita Liesiefsky at Milwaukee Public Library’s Capitol Branch Library, 3969 N. 74th St., Milwaukee, twice on July 25, at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Registration is recommended but not required.
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Equity and Trauma:
Facilitating the Healing Process with Tim Grove
Tuesday, July 25
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This on-site training will be hosted at Wellpoint Care Network and will integrate the core concepts from the trauma informed care and equity movements toward a transformative synergy. Two of the most important and needed topics are trauma and equity. Each has remarkable potential to be a central part of the solutions we are longing for. If that is true, imagine what forms of transformation can come when the two topics are interwoven! This training will explore the creative mixing of core concepts from both movements. A morning and afternoon session will be held on July 25 at Wellpoint Care Network, 8901 W. Capitol Dr., Milwaukee. Cost is $150.
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Hey, there,
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Job openings?
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- News to share?
- Suggestions?
Forward the information to Prevention@CommunityAdvocates.net.
Thank you for your service to Milwaukee!
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What LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC Want Prevention Professionals to Know
This four-part virtual learning series featuring panelists who are subject matter experts or have lived experience. The website also includes a list of articles, trainings, websites, and materials to share with your family, friends, and colleagues. Access it here.
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New Data on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Behavioral Health
SAMHSA has released a new data report, "Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Behavioral Health: Results from the 2021 and 2022 National Surveys on Drug Use and Health," indicating that lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults are more likely than straight adults to use substances, experience mental health conditions including major depressive episodes, and experience serious thoughts of suicide. Access it here.
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Practical Guide for Implementing a Trauma-Informed Approach
This practical guide updates and expands the discussion presented in SAMHSA's Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach Resource from 2014. The primary goal of this guide is to provide implementation strategies across multiple domains based on the original publication. Download it now.
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Shareables
SAMHSA is offering new 988 graphics and messaging for social media posts, stories, and threads centered on LGBTQIA+ individuals’ mental health, wellness, and suicide prevention support. Download them now.
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Los Recursos Familial en Español | |
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Xilazina 101: El uso de la Xilazina y Su Impacto en las comunidades de los Estados Unidos
Esta reseña de información tiene por objeto proporcionar recursos a las personas, padres, profesionales y proveedores sobre el uso de la xilazina y su impacto en las comunidades de Estados Unidos. Descarguelo aqui.
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Family Resources in English | |
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Triple P Positive Parenting Coaching
The Parenting Network is providing one-on-one coaching sessions for parents who want to learn new ways to manage their child’s behavior. Sessions are free of charge and last about 50 minutes. Download the flyer.
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Xylazine 101: Xylazine Use and its Impact on Communities Across the United States
This snapshot of information is intended to provide resources to individuals, parents, professionals, and providers on xylazine use and its impact on communities across the United States. Download it here.
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