News & Events
Much of our work involves measuring the difference others make. Getting involved and making our own difference is also an important part of who we are as individuals and as an organization.
Join us April 28 and 29, 2026 for an inspiring and impactful gathering of professionals dedicated to building protective factors in their communities through connection and health-promoting relationships with youth. This event is co-hosted by the Pacific Southwest PTTC and the San Diego Imperial Valley HIDTA in partnership with ADAPT, the Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative, and the Center for Behavioral Health Integration.
Location San Diego Marriott Mission Valley 8757 Rio San Diego Dr, San Diego, CA 92108
Time & Date April 28, 2026, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm PDT April 29, 2026, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm PDT
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March 15 - 21 is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW). An annual event focused on the science of drug use and addiction that educates and empowers youth to make informed decisions about substance use and their health. Here is a fact that many people are unaware of. Did you know several studies have been published about the harms of cannabis use on mental health.
Check out CCR's Cannabis Public Health Library for access to studies.
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New CWMA workshop!
This virtual training, "National Innovation to Local Action: Overdose Response Strategies, Public Health Projects and Communication Updates from the CDC Foundation," will feature Terri Perez, Public Health Analyst with the CDC Foundation, and Ernie Limon, Drug Intelligence Officer with the San Diego-Imperial Valley HIDTA.
During this session, you'll learn about the Overdose Response Strategy (ORS) and innovative prevention efforts including cross-border collaboration and sector-specific outreach, explore how public health messaging and data-sharing tools like ODMAP support community response to emerging drug trends, and identify replicable strategies that can be adapted for local San Diego implementation. Registration is required.
Link to register: https://lnkd.in/gtpF4V7HPlease see the attached flyer for details and the registration link. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at cwma@ccrconsulting.org.
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New JAMA study shines a light on cannabis use and mental health. This study found that adolescent cannabis use is associated with increased risk of psychiatric disorders in adolescence and young adulthood, highlighting the importance of early prevention efforts, effective public health messaging, and policy development to limit youth exposure as cannabis legalization expands.
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CCR has a new Voices Rising page on their website, we are so proud of these youth!
Voices Rising is a leadership development program that equips young adults with the skills, support, and confidence to create meaningful change in their communities. Through trauma-informed programming, dedicated mentorship, and hands-on experience, participants develop as effective advocates and community change-makers.
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