Governor‟s Commission for a Drug-Free Indiana

Regional Announcements
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October 2010

October Awareness
 “Talk About Prescriptions” Month (www.talkaboutrx.org)
 Bullying Prevention Month (www.pacer.org/bullying/bpaw/index.asp)
 Red Ribbon Week – October 23rd -31st (www.redribboncoalition.com)

November Awareness
 Thank a Youth Worker Day: November 4th (www.thankayouthworkerday.org)

 National Drug Facts Week: November 8th - 14th

(www.drufactsweek.drugabuse.gov)

 Great American Smoke Out: November 18th (www.cancer.org)

 MADD‟s: „Tie One On For Safety‟ (www.madd.org)

 October 5th, 2010, Prime for Life Training, Brookville, IN: ASAP Center and Franklin County
LCC is hosting this day long training to educate community members about brief interventions when
working with you. This training is being held for FREE, however there will be a $20 no show fee charged
for no show. Your Community Consultant has registration forms if you are interested in attending.

 October 7th, 2010, “Engaging Older Youth” training provided by IYI, Indianapolis,
IN: This training will run from 9AM to 4PM and the cost is $40 to attend. For additional information or to
register go to www.iyi.org.

 October 27th, 2010, Governor‟s Commission for a Drug Free Indiana Monthly
Commission Meeting, Indianapolis, IN: This monthly meeting is held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
at the Government Center South, Conference Room C. (Please check the ICJI website for possible
change of schedule or meeting room location)

 November 4th, 2010, Prime for Life Training, Rising Sun, IN: ASAP Center and Franklin
County LCC is hosting this day long training to educate community members about brief interventions
when working with you. This training is being held for FREE, however there will be a $20 no show fee
charged for no show. Your Community Consultant has registration forms if you are interested in
attending.
  November 12th, 2010, Prime for Life Training, Lawrenceburg, IN: ASAP Center and
Franklin County LCC is hosting this day long training to educate community members about brief
interventions when working with you. This training is being held for FREE, however there will be a $20
no show fee charged for no show. Your Community Consultant has registration forms if you are
interested in attending.

 November 15th-19th, 2010, Prevention of Drug Abuse Training offered by the

Indiana Association of Prevention Professionals, Indianapolis, IN: This training meets
one of the requirements for those seeking certification as a Certified Prevention Professional or one of
the other credentials offered by IAPP. Ethics in Prevention and Cultural Competency are included in the
course. Classes will be taught by staff from Central CAPT. Visit the IAPP home page at
www.preventionprofessionals.org for additional information or to register.

 December 7th & 8th, 2010, Kids Count In Indiana Conference, Indianapolis, IN: Online
registration is now available! This is the largest, statewide conference designed especially for youth
workers, counselors, educators and others who advocate on behalf of Indiana youth. Keynote Speakers:
Bill Strickland and Dominique Dawes. Request FREE vouchers from your county’s Community
Foundation and/or United Way Agency. To register or for additional information go to
www.iyi.org/conferences.aspx.

Resources
 “Your Child Needs You!” Brochure… Download copies of the FREE brochure “Your Child Needs
You! A Guide to Help Your Child Lead a Healthy Drug-Free Life” which provides information on the dangers
of illicit drug use and serves as a resource to help parents prevent drug use among their children. Copies
also available by calling 877-643-2644. This is an excellent parent handout! Check it out:
www.drugfree.org/Parent/Resources/Docs/Pamphlets/parents_en/PWF_Pamphlet.pdf.

 Preventing Teen Cough Medicine Abuse… You already know about the dangers of illegal street
drugs like marijuana, cocaine and methamphetamine. But did you know that some teens are abusing legal
products like cough medicine to get high? A FREE parent’s guide is a great handout! Check it out:
www.drugfree.org/Files/Preventing_Teen_Cough_Medicine_Abuse.

 Media Detective… Media Detective is a research and activity-based media literacy program for third to
fifth grade students designed to delay or prevent the onset of alcohol and tobacco use. The website offers
entertaining, interactive activity based programs where students unravel the meanings behind
advertisements and media messages. Mascots “Snoop” and “Scoop” help teach the important concepts and
lead students through fun adventures in learning. Check it out:
www.irtinc.us/products/mediadetective/index.html.

 A Parent‟s Guide to the Teen Brain… New discoveries about adolescent brain development provide
insights about teens and risky behaviors as well as new ideas and tips on what parents can say and do
when talking with their teens about the risks of drugs and alcohol. From mood swings to risk taking,
“normal teenage behavior” can appear to be anything-but-normal to parents and other bystanders.
However, new research reveals patterns of brain development during these formative years that play a
significant role in shaping your teen’s personality and actions. Through the use of video, interactive
segments, scenario-based role-playing experiences and practical advice from experts, A Parent’s Guide to
the Teen Brain explores the science behind teenage brain development and how it shapes normal teenage
attitude and behavior. Find tools and tips designed to help you connect with your teen! Check it out:
www.drugfree.org/TeenBrain.

For more information, contact: Kim Linkel, Community Consultant, 812/934-2298 or linkel@hotmail.com
Serving Dearborn, Decatur, Franklin, Jefferson, Ripley, Ohio, Switzerland & Union Counties