Effective Prevention in New Jersey

Purpose The New Jersey Prevention Network (NJPN) assembled a workgroup comprised of representatives from the Regional Prevention Coalitions to develop this interactive toolkit to address evidence- based prevention theories that drive effective prevention. This toolkit highlights how and why research is the foundation of our prevention work in New Jersey. The toolkit provides a community guide to relevant research in a user-friendly way that highlights the key components as well as links to additional information that support evidence-based strategies. This includes factors such as Adverse Childhood Experiences and their impact on children and families; the importance of developing and enhancing resilience; identifying gaps, needs, and other best practices all while using SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework to plan and implement these best practices. This toolkit will be available to all who are interested in implementing evidence-based programs and strategies to reduce the negative impact of substance use and addiction on our communities. The Regional Prevention Coalitions are charged with expanding the state’s prevention capacity and can utilize this toolkit to educate their key stakeholders including schools, elected officials, parents, Children’s Interagency Coordinating Councils (CIACCs), and other youth serving organizations. Thank you to the key prevention leaders that assisted in the development of the document: • Partners In Prevention (Hudson County) • The Center for Prevention & Counseling (Sussex County) • RWJ Barnabas Institute for Prevention and Recovery (Ocean County) • Atlantic Prevention Resources (Atlantic County) • Prevention Resources, Inc. (Hunterdon and Somerset Counties)

This product was supported by grant number SP023017 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The content of this publication does not necessarily reflect the views or polices of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).