Powerful Prevention for ME
3nd Annual Prevention Convention
November 6, 2009
Spectacular Event Center, Bangor, ME
Breakout Session PM 1 - 1:30-2:30
Track 2: Sustaining Prevention Programs in a Tough Economy
Session Title: 2C - Advocacy and Education - The How and Why
Overview:
Prevention providers are great at providing services and creating change in their communities. This workshop will explore how and why to educate and advocate. Tips on how to reach key decision makers, community members and the media will be covered. Participants will learn how education and advocacy can shift policies on the state and local level.
Presented by: Melissa Boyd, Maine Alliance to Prevent Substance Abuse