Many people look to their faith community for help and answers in times of need. Individuals who are dealing with their own substance use disorder or mental health disorder or that of a family member or loved one are no exception. Two events are being offered for faith leaders from all denominations to learn how they can learn more about the faith community's role in behavioral health prevention. 

Tracy Johnson of TTJ, LLC., who is a national behavioral health prevention and faith engagement trainer with extensive experience in Ohio, will lead sessions for the faith community to learn about stigma related to behavioral health, how to seek help, and ways to build prevention capacity within congregations. PreventionFIRST! will discuss and distribute Building Prevention With Faith toolkits to each participant and guide attendees through funding opportunities to receive stipends to carry out the toolkit in their place of faith.