Southeast PTTC

The first webinar in the Southeast PTTC 2026 Workforce Development Series kicks off on July 8! This is a free opportunity to learn practical strategies for recruiting, mentoring, & retaining staff. https://pttcnetwork.org/news/2026-workforce-development-series/

Men's Health Month in June is a chance to recognize and highlight that mental health is just as important as physical health. For many men, mental illness can be a tough topic to navigate, even among friends and family. Organizations like offer support in starting the conversation. https://www.nami.org/stay-connected/events/awareness-events/mens-health-month/

We're looking forward to participating in the North Carolina Prevention Conference next week in Raleigh! There's still time to register for the chance to network and learn about the latest efforts across the state. https://bit.ly/4ssbkpP

June is National Safety Month! It's an annual observance led by the to raise awareness about preventable injuries and harms. Mindfulness about safety is important in many areas of prevention, such as medication storage and disposal, impaired driving prevention, and other efforts related to environmental & policy conditions intended to reduce harm for individuals, families, and communities. https://www.nsc.org/workplace/national-safety-month

One week away! Don't forget to register for our next for prevention professionals on June 10. Presenter Dr. Ronny Bell will provide an overview on substance misuse trends among Native American populations in and across the country, as well as strategies to address the issue. https://pttcnetwork.org/event/native-american-substance-use-prevention/

Join the Southeast PTTC on Wednesday, July 22, at 12-1:30 p.m. ET for Engaging Youth Voices to Improve Substance Use Prevention: Tips & Tools to Begin or Deepen Your Youth-Adult Partnerships! In this webinar, Parissa Jahromi Ballard, Ph.D., will explore how youth-adult partnerships can improve efforts and help engage youth as leaders and partners in planning, implementing, and evaluating programming. https://pttcnetwork.org/event/engaging-youth-voices-to-improve-prevention/

While Mental Health Awareness Month is coming to a close, remember this important message from :

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care.

We're excited to announce more training opportunities for professionals scheduled this summer! Our annual Workforce Development Series begins with the first session on Wednesday, July 8, at 12-1:30 p.m. ET. Register for the three-part virtual training series on our website: https://pttcnetwork.org/news/2026-workforce-development-series/

2026 Workforce Development Series - Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) Network Presented by Carlton Hall, Stacey Pratt, MBA, Seyram Selase, Laura Edwards, CPS

, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, works to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect people with mental health education and support. NAMI can be a helpful resource for prevention professionals to share with partners and local organizations looking for mental health outreach and engagement assistance. https://www.nami.org

This Memorial Day, the Southeast PTTC remembers & honors the service members who lost their lives in service to our country. As communities across the Southeast observe, we also recognize the families, loved ones, & communities carrying their memory forward.