Professional Development – Regional & National
ROTA-RC Partners
Professional Development Events
Scroll the events below for easy access to professional development events through ROTA-RC partners
Social Media’s Impact on Youth Substance Use and Mental Health
from Great Lakes PTTC
Social media is a permanent fixture in our world and while there are positive aspects to it, there are also negative and potentially deadly effects related to youth substance use and mental health. Substance misuse prevention professionals need to be aware of those effects and work to address risk and protective factors around the intersection. This session will discuss emerging data related to the intersection of social media, substance use, and mental health, as well as delve into ways to address risk and protective factors and incorporate strategies to strengthen individuals and communities.
Date/ Time: August 28, 2025, 11:30 – 1:00 PM CST/ 12:30 – 2:00 PM EST
Our Voice, Our Future: The Importance of Youth Voices in Prevention
from Youth Prevention Resource Center
In this webinar, we will explore the benefits of youth and adult partnerships that enable communities to foster proactive prevention strategies led by youth. This hands-on presentation will leave you with tangible resources for bringing tools to your programs and communities.
Date/ Time: September 4, 2025, 10:00 AM CST/ 11:00 AM EST
Breaking the Silence: Talking Mental Health with Your Kids and Teens
from Operation Parent
Anxiety, depression, and self-harm affect more young people than we realize and they often show up in unexpected ways. In partnership with Minding Your Mind, a licensed therapist and a young adult speaker will share insights into these challenges, including trauma and more. You’ll walk away with practical tools to recognize early warning signs, respond with empathy, and break the stigma by starting open, honest conversations that build trust. This session is packed with strategies you can use every day to better support youth emotional health and create safer, more understanding spaces.
Date/ Time: September 9, 2025, 12:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST/ 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST
CCR Recovery Coach Academy
from MCHS Recovery Corps
This training will be held virtually. Only 15 slots are available. There will be no cost except participants will need to purchase the Recovery Coach Academy manual from Amazon prior to the start of the training. For more information and how to register for the training by September 1st, reach out to Christina Garcia: garcia.christina@marshfieldclinic.org
Date/ Time: September 10, 11, 15, 16, and 17, 2025
Make the Magic Happen in a Meeting: Meeting Facilitation Skills
from Partnerships for Success
In the field of prevention, we often have the responsibility of facilitating meetings. We use meetings to bring community partners together, to coordinate work, to create buy-in, and to facilitate community change, but most of us facilitate meetings without training on how to organize and run effective meetings. How do we get people to the table, and once there get (and keep) them engaged? How can we make the most of our time together and ensure everyone feels their time was honored and well-spent? In this workshop, participants will learn practical skills to plan and facilitate effective meetings.
Date/ Time: September 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST / 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
The ROTA-R grant is set to expire on September 29, 2025. Please reach out to your local Cooperative Extension office for partners, programs, and services.
