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Upcoming Events

Below is a list of upcoming events that are related to the prevention of alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse.  If you know of any events that would benefit from being added to this list, please let us know!

Power of Parents: Special Topics - Parenting Styles

Webinar
February 8, 2012
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Looking for more information on topics discussed in MADD's Power of Parents, It's Your Influence® workshop? Each month the Minnesota State Office will be hosting this webinar session to offer a closer look at underage drinking prevention topics such as adolescent brain development, parenting styles, the 21 minimum drinking age, and more.

Who Bullies and Why? It's Complicated

Roseville, MN
February 15, 2012
9:30 -11:00 am

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

National Conference on Bullying

Orlando, Florida
February 15, 2012 - February 17, 2012

This National Conference will take an in depth look at the causation, prevention and mitigation of what has become one of our nation's most pressing problems.

Who Bullies and Why? It's Complicated

Roseville, MN
February 16, 2012
7:00 - 8:30 pm

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

Marijuana Prevention on College Campuses in a Changing Environment

Webinar
February 23, 2012
12:30–2:00 p.m. Central Time

At a time when we know very little about effective approaches to prevent marijuana use and its attendant problems, marijuana laws have been degraded in numerous states through voter-approved medical marijuana laws. Although federal law still prohibits marijuana use, there is a trend toward liberalization of marijuana laws. This situation presents some important challenges to college prevention professionals.

Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Forum

West St. Paul, MN
February 28, 2012
8:30 - Noon

This forum will provide an opportunity for professionals from various backgrounds to dialogue about prescription drug practices, addiction and treatment as well as prevention efforts.

Promoting Adolescent Physical and Psychological Health

St. Louis Park, MN
February 28, 2012
Noon–1:15 p.m.

Join in the discussion on important factors in adolescent physical and psychological aspects of mental health and strategies to promote the mental health needs of youth.

From Binge to Blackout: A Mother and Son Struggle with Teen Drinking - Community Presentation

Minnetonka, MN
February 28, 2012

On Tuesday, February 28, Chris and Toren Volkmann, authors of From Binge to Blackout: A Mother and Son Struggle with Teen Drinking, will be in the Minnetonka School District to address student groups, prevention professionals, district staff, and community members.

The Second Annual Minnesota Summit on Bullying Prevention, "Taking it to the Next Level."

Minneapolis, MN
March 5, 2012
8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Sessions include topics on implementing a bullying prevention program throughout a school district, the state of violence prevention in Minnesota schools, teen dating violence prevention, youth suicide awareness and responsiveness, cyber bullying policy-making, and more!

Power of Parents: Special Topics - Having the Conversation About Alcohol

Webinar
March 14, 2012
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Looking for more information on topics discussed in MADD's Power of Parents, It's Your Influence® workshop? Each month the Minnesota State Office will be hosting this webinar session to offer a closer look at underage drinking prevention topics such as adolescent brain development, parenting styles, the 21 minimum drinking age, and more.

Using Civil Law Procedures as a Nuisance Abatement Strategy Part II

Webinar
March 15, 2012
2:00-3:30 p.m. EST

Part two will focus on the process communities can use to document problem properties, demand change, and defend the community’s quality of life in small claims court.

Empowering Kids from Home: Tools & Strategies for Parents

Roseville, MN
March 21, 2012
9:30 -11:00 am

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

Empowering Kids from Home: Tools & Strategies for Parents

Roseville, MN
March 22, 2012
7:00 - 8:30 pm

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

Are we winning (or losing) the battle on teenage mental health?

St. Paul, MN
March 23, 2012
7:30-9:00am

Topics points would include issues related to suicide, bullying, social image and the intersection between the pressures created by today’s teen culture and mental health.

The Blueprints for Violence Prevention Conference

San Antonio, TX
April 11, 2012 - April 13, 2012

This conference will motivate the violence prevention field to adopt evidence-based programs and provide support, guidance, and tools to help practitioners implement these programs successfully in their own communities.

Power of Parents: Special Topics - Minimum Drinking Age and Other Underage Drinking Laws

Webinar
April 11, 2012
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Looking for more information on topics discussed in MADD's Power of Parents, It's Your Influence® workshop? Each month the Minnesota State Office will be hosting this webinar session to offer a closer look at underage drinking prevention topics such as adolescent brain development, parenting styles, the 21 minimum drinking age, and more.

Translating Research to Practice: Overcoming Barriers to Implementing Effective Alcohol Abuse Prevention

Portland, Oregon
April 17, 2012 - April 18, 2012

During this two-day Training Institute, participants will build upon existing skills to learn how to implement science-based environmental prevention approaches around the following topics: driving under the influence (DUI) prevention, off-campus parties, and on-premise alcohol-selling establishments (bars and restaurants).

Communicating & Collaborating with School Staff

Roseville, MN
April 18, 2012
9:30 -11:00 am

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

Communicating & Collaborating with School Staff

Roseville, MN
April 19, 2012
7:00 - 8:30 pm

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

Power of Parents: Special Topics - Helping Your Teen Be a Good Decision Maker

Webinar
May 9, 2012
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Looking for more information on topics discussed in MADD's Power of Parents, It's Your Influence workshop? Each month this webinar session will offer a closer look at underage drinking prevention topics such as adolescent brain development, parenting styles, the 21 minimum drinking age, and more.

It Takes a Village: Involving Youth in Anti-Bullying Efforts

Roseville, MN
May 16, 2012
9:30 -11:00 am

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

It Takes a Village: Involving Youth in Anti-Bullying Efforts

Roseville, MN
May 17, 2012
7:00 - 8:30 pm

Part of the Parent Academy Winter/Spring 2012 Series on kids, schools, and bullying prevention.

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