Professional Development – Regional & National
ROTA-RC Partners
Professional Development Events
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Mission Money: Smart Strategies to Fund Substance Misuse Prevention
from Great Lakes PTTC
At a time when grant funding opportunities are shifting, it is more important than ever for substance misuse prevention organizations and coalitions to diversify their fundraising strategies. In this webinar, we will explore the primary sources of nonprofit funding beyond federal grants, including individual donors, private foundations, corporate sponsorships, and special events. Participants will gain the skills needed to design a simple yet effective fundraising plan.
Date/ Time: June 25, 2025, 10:00 – 11:30 PM CST/ 11:00 – 12:30 PM EST
Helping Youth Heal: Support Through Family Addiction, Trauma, & Stress
from Operation Parent
Children impacted by addiction and other Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) often carry invisible burdens. Author Trish Luna shares trauma-informed, evidence-based tools to help children build resilience, regulate emotions, and begin to heal.
Date/ Time: July 8, 2025, 12:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST/ 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST
Xylazine Series Part 1: Addressing Provider Overwhelm and Burnout
from Central East PTTC
The introduction of Xylazine and Tranq into the current drug supply has created a new set of symptoms and treatment realities in the field. This training examines what prevention specialists need to know about these new substances and how to shift their expectations and interventions in preventing the adoption and use of these new derivatives.
Date/ Time: July 8, 2025, 9:00 – 11:00 PM CST/ 10:00 – 12:00 PM EST
Talk Early, Talk Often: Prevent Underage Substance Use
from Operation Parent
Whether it’s in the classroom, during sports, or at school events – educators are on the frontlines of youth decision-making. Dr. Robert Turrisi, in partnership with MADD, will share strategies that help adults have meaningful, age-appropriate conversations about alcohol and cannabis that can truly make a difference.
Date/ Time: August 26, 2025, 12:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST/ 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST
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