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The mission of West Virginia Prevention Solutions is to promote well-being in our community.

The WVPS is governed by a Board of Directors, which is comprised of at maximum 15 members. The Board of Directors consists of representatives from the community that include consumers, professionals, and community members. The Board also has a finance sub-committee to review WVPS finances prior to an independent quarterly review by an accountant. The daily activities of the WVPS are managed by a p

aid Executive Director. The WVPS is incorporated by the State of West Virginia, and is a nonprofit under the definition I.R.S. 115(1), Instrumentality of Government. The WVPS is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Foundation as determined by the IRS. The WVPS serves 13 counties in north central West Virginia - Barbour, Braxton, Doddridge, Gilmer, Lewis, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, Randolph, Taylor, Tucker, and Upshur counties as designated by the WV Governor's Office and Office of Drug Control Policy.

05/21/2026

You’re invited to take a brief 10–15 minute survey as part of a statewide effort through the Governor’s Council on Substance Abuse Prevention Subcommittee.

This is part of an asset mapping project to identify youth-serving, youth-engaged, and youth-led groups across WV, better understand their focus areas, and highlight how they contribute to prevention efforts. The information will also help identify opportunities for collaboration, training, and support.

Who should participate:

Anyone involved in or knowledgeable about a youth-serving, youth-engaged, or youth-led group, coalition, or initiative in West Virginia.

Take the survey: https://marshall.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ugULp9NtUBunpc?fbclid=IwY2xjawRd81JleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUWHNSMUFIVHY3ckQ0TjFBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjutmp9r8JUj6nuX2h80ws7wXTWkPs4sGo_sdrrP63rizTtEpdPOcUEEBwct_aem_Ag0B2arud9mixTaab2-69g

10–15 minutes to complete
Anonymous & Voluntary
Skip any question you need!

Questions? Contact Katelyn Fowler, MSW at [email protected]

Thank you for the work you do to support youth and strengthen prevention efforts across West Virginia!

05/16/2026

🧠 The Mega Brain is on the road again! 🌟

Scott Baker is at the second annual Preston County Family Fun Expo today! Special shout out to the Cadets from the Mountaineer Challenge Academy for helping to set up the Mega Brain 🧠

05/13/2026

🌟 New Training Opportunty! 🌟
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Training
This is a brief introduction to su***de prevention, focused on helping the everyday person recognize signs and symptoms of su***de and learn how to make appropriate referrals to services.

🗓 May 20, 2026
🕑 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Virtual Event!

Email Vicki Cooper at [email protected] to register.

05/12/2026

🌟Don't Miss Our Upcoming Training Opportunities! 🌟

Beyond the Microphone: Hosting Effective Community Town Halls
📅Wednesday, May 27, 2026
🕐1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
🌟1.5 hours of WVCBAPP continuing education available
Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uYbAsqOZSmGRxy0Uj9W6_Q #/registration

Foundations of Prevention Ethics Course
📅Monday, June 22, 2026
🕐8:30 am - 5:00 pm
📍Stonewall Resort
940 Resort Drive
Roanoke, WV 26447
🌟6 hours of WVCBAPP continuing education available
Register Here: https://wvpreventionsolutions.org/how-to-help/news-events/event-calendar.html/event/2026/06/22/foundations-of-prevention-ethics-course/562937

04/29/2026

Teens may face stress, anxiety, or pressure—and some may turn to substances to cope. Talking early and openly can help protect them.

Today, on , learn how to talk with your teen about fentanyl and counterfeit pills: https://bit.ly/4eFCMMt

04/24/2026

is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications safely and anonymously. This Saturday, April 25, from 10am-2pm bring those old and unneeded medications to a collection site near you!
Visit https://wvpreventionsolutions.org/resources/link-library/link-library.html for a list of safe disposal site near you.

04/23/2026

🌟Our Next Webinar! 🌟
Beyond the Microphone: Hosting Effective Community Town Halls
📅May 27, 2026
🕐1:00-2:30 PM
What makes a town hall truly impactful—and what doesn’t? This webinar breaks down the essential elements of successful community town halls, including how to define your purpose, who to invite, and how to foster meaningful engagement. Participants will learn practical strategies for planning, facilitating, and evaluating town halls, as well as how to build authentic connections with community members around important topics.

Presented by Orion Strategies

1.5 hours of WVCBAPP CEUs available.
Register here!: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uYbAsqOZSmGRxy0Uj9W6_Q #/registration

04/22/2026

🌟 Community Partner Spotlight 🌟

WVU Healthy Minds is here with us today until 2:00 PM. They’ve set up a table sharing important community resources and providing free Narcan, helping increase awareness and access to overdose prevention tools.

We’re excited to be partnering with them to support harm reduction efforts and bring additional resources directly into the community. If you’re in the area, feel free to stop by and check it out!

04/17/2026

On Wednesday at the Share the Vision Conference 2026, Jonnie Kifer, Community Programs Manager, and Elizabeth Shahan, Executive Director, presented “Communities at a Crossroads: Rethinking Alcohol Access in WV.”

Their session explored how communities can better understand and address alcohol access through environmental scans, alcohol outlet density analysis, community mapping strategies, and policy change efforts that support healthier environments.

By using data-driven tools and collaborative strategies, they highlighted how communities across West Virginia can take meaningful steps toward reducing risk and strengthening prevention efforts.

👏 Thank you to everyone who attended and engaged in this important conversation about shaping healthier communities!

04/14/2026

⚡ Only ONE WEEK until Conflict Resolution! ⚡
Are you registered?
Disagreements are a natural part of coalition work—but how we navigate them can make all the difference. Join us for our upcoming virtual workshop on Conflict Resolution for Coalitions and gain practical tools to manage tough conversations, strengthen relationships, and keep your team moving forward.

💬 Learn how to:
✔ Navigate challenging dynamics with confidence
✔ Communicate effectively during conflict
✔ Build stronger, more resilient coalitions

When: April 21, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Virtual!

**We are offering 2 hours of WVCBAPP CEUs for this workshop!
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your skills and elevate your impact!
🔗 Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sv7wFCdNSvu1qx_Rd2pG-w #/registration

Address

118 N 6th Street
Clarksburg, WV
26301

Telephone

+13044235049

Website

http://www.wvpreventionsolutions.org/

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