MAPSA is a grassroots network created to provide an
advocacy voice for substance abuse prevention. Our primary functions
are to advocate at the Maine State Legislature and to educate the general
public about the need for and benefit of substance abuse prevention
activities. In its first year, MAPSA succeeded in securing over $725,000
for prevention services through its advocacy effort.
The mission of the Maine Alliance to Prevent Substance Abuse (MAPSA) is to build a unified and statewide voice for substance abuse prevention.
With over two hundred individuals and organizations, MAPSA represents service
providers and others who have an interest in and commitment to substance
abuse prevention.
Why you should get involved with MAPSA
MAPSA is a comprehensive active statewide substance abuse prevention association benefiting Maine and its communities in many ways. MAPSA works to:
- Create a state wide climate where communities are empowered to address substance abuse issues
- Demonstrate to key stakeholders that substance abuse prevention is a statewide public health priority
- Provide a network for prevention professionals and coalition members to identify and take action on common issues
- Disseminate current research, best practices, publications and resources
- Identify opportunities for state and federal resources
MAPSA’s Focus in 2009
• Advocacy and Education regarding the need and benefit of substance abuse prevention and the need for consistent funding.
• Effective public policy regarding substance abuse prevention at the local, state and national levels.
• Annual Prevention Convention to provide training and educational opportunities.
• Statewide Prevention Network for prevention providers to share successful programs and best practices.
• Maine Methamphetamine Prevention Project - increase awareness and prevent the growth in production and use of methamphetamine in Maine.
Member Benefits
- A statewide prevention network
- Timely updates, emails and alerts on legislative and policy initiatives
- Registration discounts for annual convention and trainings
- Potential savings from group purchased program materials
- The opportunity to be joined with others for effective advocacy
Member Responsibilities
- Have a passion and commitment to substance abuse prevention issues.
- Ability and willingness to be an active advocate for substance abuse prevention issues, including legislative and media advocacy.
- Support and further MAPSA’s mission, goals and initiatives, including educating local coalitions, boards and community members.
- Attend MAPSA’s annual retreat to assist with setting goals and priorities for the coming year.
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