Upcoming This Week…
Beyond Oversight: Unleashing the Potential of Prevention Professionals Through Effective Supervision
from Great Lakes PTTC
In this comprehensive 6-hour training, supervisors of substance misuse prevention professionals will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support and guide substance misuse prevention professionals in their roles. Grounded in the IC&RC Prevention Specialist Job Domains, this training will provide supervisors with practical tools and strategies to enhance their supervision practices. Participants will explore the core competencies of substance misuse prevention professionals, learn how to provide constructive feedback, and develop techniques for fostering professional growth and development within their teams. Through interactive discussions and case studies, supervisors will leave equipped to create a supportive and empowering work environment for prevention professionals.
Date/ Time: March 11 & 13, 2025, at 12:00-3:00 PM CST/ 1:00-4:00 PM EST
GREAT LAKES ROTA-RC Completes Year Two
77%
Increase in Virtual Education Outreach to Rural Counties
2.9k
Total Virtual Education Contacts
901
Adults Trained in Evidenced Based SUD & MH Programming
1,065
Youth Educated in SUD & MH Prevention Programming
Needs Assessment – Executive Summary
The Great Lakes ROTA-RC Needs Assessment highlights the critical behavioral health challenges facing rural communities in Health and Human Services Region 5. This report, informed by direct input from community providers, identifies priority areas for training and resource development to address disparities in prevention, treatment, and recovery. By engaging stakeholders across six states, this assessment serves as a foundation for evidence-based, community responsive interventions that support rural behavioral health. Click on the title above, or the graph to the left to access the Executive Summary.
GL ROTA-RC Partner
University of Minnesota Extension
LAUNCHES You First! Wellness

Waupaca Foundry earns Recovery Friendly Workplace recognition
UW Madison, Division of Extension, (a Great Lakes ROTA-RC partner), is excited to share that Waupaca Foundry has earned the Recovery Friendly Workplace recognition! This honor highlights their commitment to fostering a supportive environment for employees in or seeking recovery.
The Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative, supported by the Health and Well-Being Institute, aims to equip businesses with the tools and resources needed to create healthier workplaces. Waupaca Foundry’s efforts demonstrate the positive impact of this program, inspiring other organizations to prioritize recovery-friendly practices.
Read the full article in Insight on Business to learn more about Waupaca Foundry’s recognition and the role Extension plays in supporting recovery efforts in local communities in Wisconsin.
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