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From March 18-24, join us as we provide facts and activities that raise awareness about drugs, alcohol, and related health topics. 

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This campaign seeks to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life, as well as awareness of the barriers that people with disabilities still sometimes face in connecting to the communities in which they live. 

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When we “Know The Odds, we equip ourselves with the knowledge to make informed and responsible choices, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.


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March 2024

From March 18-24, join us as we provide facts and activities that raise awareness about drugs, alcohol, and related health topics. 

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This campaign seeks to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life, as well as awareness of the barriers that people with disabilities still sometimes face in connecting to the communities in which they live. 

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When we “Know The Odds, we equip ourselves with the knowledge to make informed and responsible choices, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support. 

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February 2024

This year’s theme is “African Americans and the Arts.” Throughout history, black artists have progressed change through their voices and expressions.

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1 in 3 U.S. teens will experience some form of dating violence. Learn how you can prevent this abuse at loveisrespect.org.

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This annual campaign is meant to educate and engage the public in efforts to provide hope. 

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January 2024

The New Year is a great time to reflect on your life and any changes you might want to make. Here’s how you can make those resolutions stick. 

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Each January, National Mentoring Month is an opportunity to grow and celebrate mentoring relationships. 

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As the holidays end, millions of Americans give up alcohol during the month of January. Doing so can mean better sleep, more energy, and weight loss. 

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December 2023

Holidays can be one of the most dangerous times on our roads. This December, make your safety plan to ensure you and others make it home. 

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2023 is the 10 year anniversary of this awareness month, encouraging healthcare workers, waste management workers, laboratory staff, and others to practice sharp safety and to follow safety protocols. 

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With the holiday season comes an increase in social gatherings, travel, and decorating. Prioritizing safety is crucial to ensure you and your family can enjoy a happy and healthy holiday season. 

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November 2023

On November 16th this year, begin your journey to quit smoking. You’ll be joining thousands of people taking this step toward a healthier life and reducing your cancer risk.

 

Find resources to start Day One here.

 

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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is November 18, 2023. This day encourages survivors of suicide loss to come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience.

 

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We are #GoingGreen all month for 2023’s campaign, designed to “shine a light” on the experiences of youth who have run away and youth who have experienced homelessness.  

 

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October 2023

2023’s theme is “Together We Care. Together We Share.” In coming together as a community, we can share our experiences and join in healing. 

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Join the KPC in October for National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, as well as Red Ribbon Week from the 23rd-31st. This year’s theme is “choose your path” which promotes evidence-based information and programs that encourage young people to make the best choices for their health. Check our website for a downloadable toolkit! 

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There are many different paths to prevention, and each of them are leading to a healthier Kansas. Check out the Program and register today! 

 

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September 2023

This month, we will be emphasizing how experiencing awe in our daily lives can be transformative and uplifting, especially in the realm of suicide prevention. We hope you will join us in #FeelingAWEfull. 

 

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This month is geared toward promoting and supporting evidence-based treatment and recovery practices. Find more information and a shareable toolkit below! 

 

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National Family Day encourages families (chosen or biological) to pause their busy lives and spend some time together! For ideas, click below. 

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August 2023

Kansas is celebrating National Night Out! Usually on August 1st, but sometimes throughout the month, these events are all about community-building that specifically promote police-community partnerships. Find out more and see if your town is participating here: https://natw.org/about/ 

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International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. 

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This month, join us in learning and reducing stigma surrounding this disease. 

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July 2023

Celebrated in the same month as the Americans with Disabilities Act that was signed into law in 1990, people across the nation have been hosting parades or other festivities. Learn more about Disability Pride Month! 

 

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Everyone deserves access to quality mental health care. July is Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Honor her legacy by joining us in using our voice to reshape mental health conversations! 

 

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July 24th is International Self-Care Day! Although we should be caring for ourselves every day, let’s take some time to do something special on the 24th. Find some ideas by clicking on the image! 

 

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Every young person deserves to be safe from suicide. We believe that the best way to reach youth in Kansas is to provide opportunities for youth voices to be heard. This is your opportunity to help state agencies shape suicide prevention messages that will go out to youth across the state! The goal is to raise awareness of the possibility of hope and healing while working to provide enough support to Kansas youth so that no one ever walks alone in crisis.

 

Kansas Partners in Empowering Youth for Suicide Prevention reminds all participants that a key goal of this project is to reduce stigma around mental illness and experiencing thoughts of suicide. Preventing suicide is a community effort that becomes possible when there are many people working towards the same goal.

 

Submissions must be from Kansas residents in grades 6-12.

 

Learn more about submission guidelines here.

June 2023

Build capacity through connection at the upcoming PreventionWorKS on June 8th in Wichita! 

Coalitions are doing great prevention work across the state, and we can lean on one another. Come with your ideas and experience as we learn ways to connect within and beyond our community. Engage Douglas County, recipient of CADCA’S 2023 Coalition in Focus award, will share how they have worked towards growing their coalition’s influence and moving past silos in their community. Let’s build our capacity by connecting our resources!

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There are currently about 12 million people in the United States with PTSD. 

Even though PTSD treatments work, most people who have PTSD don’t get the help they need. June is PTSD Awareness Month. Help us spread the word that effective PTSD treatments are available. 

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KPC’s 3rd annual Connecting Cultures Series is coming soon!  

What’s continuing? 

The purpose is still: to reduce and eliminate behavioral health disparities in Kansas by welcoming people who are not all like each other in an educational series of meaningful conversations about culture.  

Purposeful connection with brilliant and passionate people. 

What’s new this year? 

ALL five sessions will be in-person (some including free food)! 

Priority audience and participants are the communities of focus, which are experiencing behavioral health disparities in Kansas. 

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Connecting Cultures Series 2023

May 2023

MHA’s 2023 Mental Health Month campaign is focused on how surroundings impact mental health, and we are calling for individuals to look around, look within. 

 

Topics that we specifically address include: 

– Safe and Stable Housing 

– Healthy Home Environments 

– Neighborhoods and Towns 

– The Outdoors and Nature 

 

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Not only do we pause on Memorial Day to remember the sacrifice and service of those who gave all, but the month also holds several other military anniversaries and events, including Military Spouse Appreciation Day and Armed Forces day. 


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National Prevention Week is a national public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance misuse prevention and positive mental health. 

 

 

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April 2023

Our next PreventionWorKS will be virtual on Zoom on April 27 from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Join Kevin Kufeldt from Johnson County Mental Health Center as he presents on drug trends. We will also discuss how to make progress on these challenges in your area. Register by April 25 here

 

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Alcohol Awareness Month is an important time for everyone to learn more about the risks, effects, and consequences of drinking alcohol. It is also a time to recognize the power of addiction and how it can affect individuals and families. Learn more about the resources available to those affected by alcohol misuse, and to work together to create a healthier, safer environment for everyone. 
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Child Abuse Prevention Month is a national awareness month observed in the United States every April. It is a time to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect and to encourage individuals and communities to take action to prevent it. 

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March 2023

Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) is an annual observance in March that focuses on raising public awareness about problem gambling and the resources available to those affected by it. PGAM aims to reduce the stigma attached to problem gambling, giving those affected by it a safe place to seek help. 

 

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National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is an annual health observance week that aims to increase public awareness and reduce the stigma associated with substance use and misuse. 

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We’re looking forward to #TakeDownTobacco National Day of Action! On March 31, youth advocates across the country are exposing the tobacco industry and demanding action to protect their communities. Learn more and get involved! 

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February 2023

This year’s theme for Black History Month is Black Resistance”. By resisting historic and ongoing oppression, Black people have achieved triumphs, successes, and progress. Black resistance strategies have served as a model for every other social movement in the country, thus, the legacy and importance of these actions cannot be understated.” Click on the image to see more about 2023’s theme or previous years’. 

 

 

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NEDAwareness Week is February 20 – 26. Did you know at least 9% of the population worldwide are affected by an eating disorder in their lifetime? Every age, race, size, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and background can be affected.  

 

 

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In the United States, youth 12-19 years of age experience the highest rates of rape and sexual assault. Of that, many are at the hands of an intimate partner. Click the image to see what you can do to participate. 

 

 

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January 2023

A new year is a good opportunity to give back. Consider becoming a mentor: ignite passions, build skills, and turn dreams into reality. For more information, visit kansasbigs.org. 

 

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PreventionWorKS is a statewide Behavioral Health Prevention Coalition with members from across Kansas. Join us January 18th at the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services to prepare for Advocacy Day. 

Register here by January 11, 2023, for PreventionWorKS and Prevention Advocacy Day. 

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On January 19th, meet at the Capitol to share your message with your Legislator. Join us on the 18th for training and collaboration at PreventionWorKS. 

 

Register here by January 11, 2023 for PreventionWorKS and Prevention Advocacy Day. 

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