COPN Accelerator 6.0 Program Information

About Accelerator 6.0

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Our approach

Using a guided process, your team will apply principles of strategic communications to fortify your coalition’s overdose and substance use prevention goals. Guided tools, facilitated workshops, and technical assistance provided by subject matter experts will enable your team to meet your coalition’s specific needs while also providing an opportunity to learn from other communities across California.

This program will offer:

• Monthly virtual workshops

• Learning group sessions with peer coalitions

• Customized tools and resources

• Program portal

• Two virtual convenings

• Guided process for local messaging project

Why should we apply?

• Gain experience working as a team and learn from other coalitions across California.

• Receive expert coaching from seasoned public health leaders.

• Learn from subject matter experts in communication planning, strategic partnerships, and message development.

• Build your skills through monthly workshops, guided tools, and biannual convenings.

• Receive a $15,000 stipend for your team to implement an applied project to advance your coalition's messaging and communication efforts.

Who should be on my team?

• A team of 4-6 individuals representing multiple organizations/sectors (i.e., government, health care, business, harm reduction, behavioral health, etc.).

• Your team can represent an informal collaborative, local coalition, or other stakeholders who want to work together to address overdose prevention in your community.