BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//TTASC - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for TTASC
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20250620T195827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T190613Z
UID:10000019-1753185600-1753189200@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:An Orientation to DMHAS Prevention Resource Link: State Education Resource Center (SERC)
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nFEATURED PRESENTERS:\nMalik Champlain\, EdD (c) – Educational Consultant\, Racial Equity &Family Engagement at State Education Resource Center (SERC)\nBianca Irizarry\, LMSW – Educational Consultant\, Prevention & Student Support Services at State Education Resource Center (SERC)\n  \nDescription:\nThis virtual session provides an in-depth orientation to the State Education Resource Center (SERC)\, a leading partner in Connecticut’s prevention infrastructure. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of SERC’s mission\, services\, and statewide initiatives that promote educational equity\, culturally responsive practices\, family and community engagement\, and inclusive learning environments. This session will equip attendees with practical knowledge on how to access SERC’s resources and technical assistance to support their prevention goals and professional practice.\n  \nLearning Objectives: By the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n\nIdentify and access core services and supports provided by SERC\nExplore SERC’s equity-centered resources for educators\, families\, and communities\nUnderstand opportunities for technical assistance and professional learning\nLearn how SERC supports prevention efforts through statewide collaboration and capacity building\n\nThis training is eligible for 1 CEU upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Jennifer Jacobsen at jacobsen@xsector.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/an-orientation-to-dmhas-prevention-resource-link-state-education-resource-center-serc/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/an-orientation-to-dmhas-prevention-resource-link-state-education-resource-center-serc/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20250722T181754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T181935Z
UID:10000020-1758024000-1758027600@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn An Orientation to DMHAS Resource Link Problem Gambling Services (PGS)
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nPresenters:\nJeremy Wampler\, LCSW\, ICGC II\, BACC\, CGT\, LADC\, Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor\, DMHAS PGS\nKelly Leppard\, MPA\, CPS\, GCC\, Primary Prevention Services Coordinator\, DMHAS PGS\nHaley Brown\, CPS\, GCC\, Primary Prevention Services Coordinator\, DMHAS PGS \nWorkshop Description:\nThis workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Problem Gambling Services (PGS)\, highlighting its programs\, initiatives\, and funding sources. This session will offer insight into how DMHAS addresses problem gambling across the state through a coordinated system of care\, prevention strategies\, and collaborative partnerships.  Participants will learn about the full spectrum of services available\, ranging from statewide prevention campaigns to treatment and recovery support\, as well as how these services are funded and sustained. \nKey Topics Include:\n– Overview of the mission and structure of DMHAS Problem Gambling Services\n– Funding sources\, including legislative appropriations and lottery contributions\n– Prevention\, intervention\, treatment\, and recovery programs across Connecticut\n– Data collection\, research\, and program evaluation efforts\n– How organizations can engage with or apply for funding opportunities \nLearning Objectives:\n1. Understand the range of services offered through DMHAS Problem Gambling Services.\n2. Identify the primary funding sources that support problem gambling programs in Connecticut.\n3. Recognize opportunities for collaboration and service integration.\n4. Learn how to connect individuals to appropriate services and supports. \nThis session is ideal for organizations currently working in behavioral health\, prevention\, or recovery\, as well as those exploring new opportunities to support individuals affected by gambling-related harm. \nThis training is eligible for 1 CEU upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Jennifer Jacobsen at jacobsen@xsector.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/lunch-and-learn-an-orientation-to-dmhas-resource-link-problem-gambling-services-pgs/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/lunch-and-learn-an-orientation-to-dmhas-resource-link-problem-gambling-services-pgs/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20250821T184239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T184547Z
UID:10000021-1758189600-1758193200@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Innovation in Social Media Marketing: From Strategy to Action (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nBuilding on the success of our first Innovation in Social Media Marketing training\, this follow-up session takes a deeper dive into putting strategies into action. In this training\, we’ll move beyond the “what” and “why” of effective social media use and focus on the “how.” Participants will gain hands-on insight into practical tools\, real-world applications\, and step-by-step approaches to elevate their prevention-focused messaging. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills\, streamline your workflow\, or expand your impact\, this session will equip you with actionable techniques to maximize your presence on social media platforms. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply advanced social media strategies discussed in Part 1 to real-world prevention campaigns.\nDemonstrate how to use key tools\, platforms\, and features to create\, schedule\, and manage engaging content.\nImplement audience engagement techniques that foster community and increase reach.\nUtilize analytics and insights to measure post performance and refine strategies.\nIntegrate time-saving AI and planning tools into daily social media management.\n\nThis training is eligible for 1 CEU upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Emily Thompson at emily@tsmarketinginc.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/innovation-in-social-media-marketing-part-2/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/innovation-in-social-media-marketing-part-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20250829T201138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T204335Z
UID:10000022-1758794400-1758801600@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Engaging Retailers in Your Prevention Work
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nGuest Presenters:\nIngrid Gillespie: Director of Prevention. Liberations Programs Inc.\, Stamford Prevention Council\nDaniella Arias: Program Coordinator. Liberations Programs\, Inc.\, Stamford Prevention Council\nCarolyn Wilson: Senior Health Program Coordinator. Ledge Light Health District\, Groton Alliance for Substance Use Prevention (GASP) \nTrainer: Jennifer Jacobsen\, CT Training and Technical Assistance Center \nThis 2 hour virtual training will cover why retailers are an important partner in prevention\, strategies to engage and build relationships with retailers\, introduce enforcement strategies\, how to involve youth\, and provide resources and tools. In addition\, participants will hear from three spotlight speakers who will share initiatives they have implemented in their respective communities in working with retailers\, zoning regulations\, education and training\, and using data informed practices. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Identify Strategies to Engage Retailers in Prevention\n• Review the Purpose and Use of Conducting Environmental Scans and Compliance Checks\n• Learn the Importance of Retailer Training and Collaboration\n• Review Activities Youth Can Be Involved In\n• Hear Local Success Stories from CT Coalition Coordinators\n• Access Local Retailer Licenses Look Up \nThis training is eligible for 2 CEUs upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Jennifer Jacobsen at jacobsen@xsector.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/engaging-retailers-in-your-prevention-work/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/engaging-retailers-in-your-prevention-work/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20250908T193813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T194000Z
UID:10000023-1760011200-1760014800@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:An Orientation to CT DMHAS Prevention Resource Link: The Governor’s Prevention Partnership (GPP)
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nDescription:\nThis virtual session provides an in-depth orientation to The Governor’s Prevention Partnership. As a partner in Connecticut’s prevention infrastructure\, GPP provides an array of services and resources across the state. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of GPP’s mission\, services\, and statewide initiatives that promote youth engagement\, strong mentoring relationships\, family and community engagement\, and education prevention. This session will equip attendees with practical knowledge on how to access resources and technical assistance to support their mentoring and prevention goals and professional practice. \nKey Topics:\n– Overview of the missions and structure of The Governor’s Prevention Partnership\n– Mentoring training and technical assistance opportunities\n– Parent and youth substance use prevention programs across the state\n– Legislative and Media engagement \nLearning Objectives:\n– Describe how GPP is part of the prevention infrastructure through statewide initiatives and capacity building\n– Understand the range of services offered by GPP\n– Identify how to access programing\, training\, and resources \nFeatured Trainers:\nKelly Juleson: Co-President & Chief External Affairs Officer\nRoland Harmon: Co-President & Chief Program and Administrative Officer \nThis training is eligible for 1 CEU upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Jennifer Jacobsen at jacobsen@xsector.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/orientation-to-gpp/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/orientation-to-gpp/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20251008T174112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T180454Z
UID:10000024-1764590400-1764597600@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Part 1: An Overview of Problem Gambling in Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual training event! Once we’ve received your RSVP you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nPart one will include the overview of gambling\, features in games that resemble gambling\, defining problem gambling\, Connecticut prevalence\, gambling prevention resources and information on the Regional Gambling Awareness Teams. \nPresented by:\nKaitlin Brown\, Director of Programs and Services\, CT Council on Problem Gambling\nKelly Leppard\, Primary Prevention Services Coordinator\, DMHAS Problem Gambling Services \nLearning Objectives:\n– Explain the types of gambling and features in games that resemble gambling\n– Identify risk and protective factors including warning signs for problem gambling\n– Understand the progression of gambling related issues and prevalence in Connecticut\n– Obtain gambling prevention resources and information on the Regional Gambling Awareness Teams \nQuestions\, contact Jennifer Jacobsen\, jacobsen@xsector.com
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/part-1-an-overview-of-problem-gambling-in-connecticut-2025/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/part-1-an-overview-of-problem-gambling-in-connecticut-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20251008T174847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T180515Z
UID:10000025-1768219200-1768226400@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Part 2: Gambling as a Co-occurring Disorder and Current Data
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual training event! Once we’ve received your RSVP you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nPart two will focus on gambling as a co-occurring disorder with both substance use and mental health disorders and current national\, state\, regional and local gambling data that is available. \nPresented by:\nKaitlin Brown\, Director of Programs and Services\, CT Council on Problem Gambling\nKelly Leppard\, Primary Prevention Services Coordinator\, DMHAS Problem Gambling Services \nLearning Objectives:\n– Describe the co-occurring nature between mental health and gambling\n– Compare the similarities & differences between gambling and substance misuse behaviors and brain biology\n– Identify and review emerging trends and current national\, state\, regional and local data that is available \nQuestions\, contact Jennifer Jacobsen\, jacobsen@xsector.com
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/part-2-gambling-as-a-co-occurring-disorder-and-current-data-2025/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/part-2-gambling-as-a-co-occurring-disorder-and-current-data-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20251223T182249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T182340Z
UID:10000027-1769680800-1769688000@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Prevention Storytelling for Impact
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nDescription:\nPrevention Storytelling for Impact is an interactive web-based training designed to help prevention professionals translate their coalition’s and organization’s work into clear\, compelling stories that demonstrate measurable impact. Participants will learn how to use their mission\, vision\, goals\, and outcomes to identify meaningful wins\, both large-scale outcomes and everyday moments\, and frame them in ways that resonate with funders\, partners\, and the community. Through a guided exercise and practical tools\, attendees will leave with an understanding of effective story structure\, and a repeatable\, step-by-step process to create a success story and communicate prevention impact across multiple platforms. \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this training\, participants will:\n1. Connect coalition and organization activities and outcomes to their mission and goals to surface meaningful stories of prevention impact.\n2. Identify their organization’s unique impact strategy—its “Midas touch”—that shapes how prevention work creates change.\n3. Differentiate between big and small impact stories and determine how each can be used to communicate progress to diverse audiences.\n4. Translate one prevention success into tailored stories across multiple communication formats\, including social media\, newsletters\, public announcements\, and video. \nNote: All participants will need to bring their organization's vision/mission statement\, goals and one successful activity/outcome. \nPresenters:\nAnna Gasinski\, BS\, CPS\nPrevention Specialist \nSharece Sellem-Hannah\, MS\nCreative Community Health Educator & Advocate\nTEDx Speaker\, “What is Human Services Missing?” \nThis training is eligible for 2 CEU upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Jennifer Jacobsen at jacobsen@xsector.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/prevention-storytelling-for-impact/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/prevention-storytelling-for-impact/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20251008T180153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T180533Z
UID:10000026-1770033600-1770040800@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:Part 3: How to Make Gambling Prevention a Priority
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual training event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nPart three will provide information on gambling prevention strategies\, responsible gambling efforts\, ethical decisions and how to integrate gambling into brief screenings and interventions. \nPresented by:\nKaitlin Brown\, Director of Programs and Services\, CT Council on Problem Gambling\nKelly Leppard\, Primary Prevention Services Coordinator\, DMHAS Problem Gambling Services \nLearning Objectives:\n– Identify gambling specific prevention strategies\n– Analyze and discuss gambling related ethical situations to determine best practices for prevention professionals\n– Describe a model for gambling integration within mental health\, substance use and recovery based organizations that can be used in prevention and treatment \nQuestions\, contact Jennifer Jacobsen\, jacobsen@xsector.com
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/part-3-how-to-make-gambling-prevention-a-priority-2025/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/part-3-how-to-make-gambling-prevention-a-priority-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155931
CREATED:20260106T184352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T184612Z
UID:10000028-1771934400-1771939800@preventiontrainingcenter.org
SUMMARY:2026 National Prevention Week Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP\, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. \nDescription: TTASC will be hosting a virtual workshop session to prepare for SAMSHA’s National Prevention week taking place May 10-16\, 2026. \nLearning Objectives:\n– Identify the goals of National Prevention Week\, May 10-16\, 2026\n– Explore 2026 CT NPW initiatives and past local activities that coalitions can adopt\n– Identify current or past local prevention initiatives that can be promoted or celebrated during NPW\n– Explore new opportunities and engage community sectors into local NPW prevention programming \nPresenters:\nLisa Mason\, TTASC \nThis training is eligible for 1.5 CEU upon completion. \nQuestions? Contact Lisa Mason at mason@xsector.com \nThe Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (CT DMHAS) with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) supported this TTASC activity.
URL:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/2026-npw-workshop/
LOCATION:https://preventiontrainingcenter.org/event/2026-npw-workshop/
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR