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Join Ronni and Chevar as they share thoughts on prevention with their guest from the Mid-Hudson Prevention Resource Center, Jennifer Ocasio, Director of the Mid-Hudson Prevention Resource Center, and Roan Barkin, Community Development Specialist.

Host:

• Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
• Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

NYC POP:

• Kate Hicks, Community Development Specialist, NYC POP - KHicks@childrensaidnyc.org

Guests:

• Jennifer Ocasio, Director of the Mid-Hudson Prevention Resource Center
• Roan Barkin, Community Development Specialist
  • Email: MHPRC@adacinfo.com
  • Website: adacinfo.com
  • Phone: 845.673.5903
    Fax: 845.673.5872
    
    Social Media:
    • Insta @midhudsonprc
    • Facebook @MidHudson Prevention Resource Center

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar with their guest from M.A.D.D. as they share what their program offers and personal stories of what they have experienced in their lives.

Host:
Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org

Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

Guest:

Isai Fuentes, Regional Program Director, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), New York, New Jersey, & Pennsylvania Region - Email: Isai.Fuentes@madd.org

Nicolette Nappi, Victim Advocate & Volunteer, MADD New York - Email: nappi_nicolette@yahoo.com

MADD Underage Substance Use:

Here is the link that has more info about our programs: https://madd.org/underage-substance-use/. I also attached some PDF's about all our programs we offer for your reference.

Victim Services:

All our services are free of charge and available across the country. Individuals can access more info and our Helpline here: https://madd.org/get-help/

Get Involved:

Realized I forgot to mention but if anyone wants to get involved with MADD they can visit here to learn about out Advocacy and Volunteering opportunities: https://madd.org/act/

Nicolette's Links:

AMAZON: https://a.co/d/5djGX7y MY WEBSITE: http://www.nicolettenappi.com

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar as they discuss awareness of THC products that may get confused with everyday consumable products (beverages, candy, and food).

Host:
Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

NYC POP:
Kate Hicks, Community Development Specialist, NYC POP - KHicks@childrensaidnyc.org

📣Join Us for a Virtual Town Hall: Can We Talk About The Why? Understanding Youth Substance Use
Join NYC Partners of Prevention for a critical community conversation on November 12th from 6-8 PM.
Log on to hear a diverse panel of community and youth voices explore the real root causes behind youth substance use trends- from mental health challenges and social pressures to systemic barriers and environmental factors- then get your questions answered during our interactive Q&A session.
Together, we'll explore prevention strategies that actually address the why, not just the what.
📣Register to save your spot | 📅Nov 12 | ⏰6-8 PM
https://camba-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4yLOnDn8Q8-HW7EBRed9FQ#/registration

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar as we talk to Milo Ward about his time with the New York Prevention Resource Center, his role as a Community Development Specialist, and his transition into his new Coalition Coordinator role.

Host:
Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

Guests:
Milo Ward, LGBTQ+ Coalition Manager - mward@naicany.org

Social Media:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar as we welcome Milo Ward into his new role and our newest team member, Kate Hicks.

Host:

• Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
• Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

Guests:

• Kate Hicks, Community Development Specialist, NYC POP - KHicks@childrensaidnyc.org
• Milo Ward, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - MWard@childrensaidnyc.org

YouTube:

• Video - https://youtu.be/xHh_gxfQ9qI
• NYC POP Town Hall: Can We Talk About Cannabis?
  https://youtu.be/bgxsH7TLIt0?si=nm8qiKrgjWzkNMmH

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar as they reveal powerful strategies to navigate challenging times with resilience, emphasizing a proactive approach to prevention.

CALL TO ACTION:
Take a moment to connect with someone you usually don’t talk to; you might be surprised by what you discover. A friendly "hello" can open doors and create meaningful connections.

Links
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/black-and-empowered/202411/supporting-emotional-resilience-in-kids-after-the-election

https://shinenyc.net/front-page-blog/helping-kids-navigate-post-election-anxiety/

https://clubexperience.blog/2024/11/06/what-now-helping-youth-respond-to-a-difficult-election-season/

Host

• Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
• Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

Social Media

• X - @PreventionNYC
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
• Instagram - @NYC_PRC
• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
• Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar as they discuss primary prevention efforts to support LGBTQIA+ youth in New York City. They will also share highlights from NYC POP's Town Hall event titled "Can We Talk About Cannabis?", which was moderated by Nyrie Smith (they/them/theirs), the Coalition Coordinator and Supervisor from the Brooklyn YAS (Youth Against Substance Misuse) Coalition.

Host:

• Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
• Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

Guests:

• Nyrie Smith (they/them/theirs), Coalition Coordinator & Supervisor for Brooklyn YAS (Youth Against Substance Misuse) Coalition
  Email: nyrie.smith@camba.org
  Phone: 929.627.3649
  Instagram, TikTok, and X: @bklyn_yas

Resources:

• CAMBA office, 1259 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
  • Naloxone Rescue Kit
  • Safer Sex Kit
  • Fentanyl Testing Strips, & Xylazine Testing Strips drop site
  • YAS art programs go from September to June
• Link to resources - https://linktr.ee/bklyncoalition

Video: NYC POP Town Hall: Can We Talk About Cannabis?

• https://youtu.be/bgxsH7TLIt0?si=ac9HDy9GO9JPU-y6

Social Media:

• Twitter - @PreventionNYC​
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/​
• Instagram - @NYC_PRC
• Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOfPrevention
• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
• Podcast - https://thesolutionnothingchangesifwechangenothing.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social

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Join Ronni and Chevar as they discuss their passion for supporting individuals in New York City who are on the path to success after facing struggles with substance misuse. They will be joined by guests from the Citywide Addiction Support Network (CASN): Jessica Boylan, CASN's Project Manager, and Chris Copeland, its Implementation Consultant.

Host:

• Ronni Katz, Director of the New York City Prevention Resource Center - RKatz@childrensnyc.org
• Chevar Francis, Community Development Specialist, NYC PRC - ChevarF@childrensaidnyc.org

Guests:

• Jessica Boylan, M.Ed, Project Director, Coordinated Behavioral Care - Jboylan@cbcare.org
• Chris Copeland (casnetwork.org), Implementation Consultant for CASN ccopeland@casnetwork.org - 917 538 6267

Resources:

• For any CASN inquiry please email- CASN Intake casnintake@casnetwork.org
• For a Live Map of CASN Providers and contact info: CASN Geo Map
• Samaritan Daytop 24/7 Hotline to access MAT- #718-206-1990

Our 3-part discussion about Xylazine:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/840289/episodes/12828576-xylazine-101-tranq-you-need-to-know

https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/840289/episodes/12851524-tranq-part-2-boots-on-the-ground

https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/840289/episodes/13219199-tranq-xylazine-part-3-keeping-the-hope-alive

Social Media:

• Twitter - @PreventionNYC​
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/​
• Instagram - @NYC_PRC
• Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOfPrevention
• YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
• Podcast - https://thesolutionnothingchangesifwechangenothing.buzzsprout.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nycprevention/
Instagram - @NYC_PRC
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thesolutionnyc727
Tik Tok - @NYCPartnersOFPrevention
BlueSky - @NYCPRC.bsky.social