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Join Ronni and Chevar as they share their thoughts on how the "Mind, Body, & Soul" changes over an individual's lifespan and how it's connected to prevention. With our special guest host Kate Hicks.

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.

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

Special Guest Host:

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