Understanding the Role of Policy in Preventing Substance Misuse – Webinar

NE & Caribbean PTTC Events

Understanding the Role of Policy in Preventing Substance Misuse – Webinar

Thursday, September 19, 2019 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EDT (part 1)

Thursday, September 26, 2019 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EDT (part 2)

This two-part, introductory webinar presents clear steps you can take to select and implement policies that produce lasting change. Specifically, we will outline a process for identifying and enhancing the community conditions that promote policy adoption and review best practices for supporting policy implementation. In addition:

• Part 1 will examine specific policies to prevent youth alcohol use and prescription drug misuse.
• Part 2 will examine policies to prevent youth tobacco and marijuana use, with a focus on preventing vaping.