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 After bringing stakeholders together, gathering and analyzing data, and identifying needs and priorities in terms of services and programs, the next step is for the coalition to collectively develop an action plan that addresses those identified needs, and then, support its implementation.&nbsp; Working together in close coordination during this process is as important as ever, so that all stakeholders have buy-in and are accountable.&nbsp; While the experience of communities varies, there are some common principles that consistently appear.&nbsp;
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 '''Setting Clear Strategies'''<br/> When gaps and additional service needs are identified, the community coalition can begin to map out a set of actions and strategies to achieve desired outcomes.&nbsp; These outcomes first need to be agreed upon by the community coalition.&nbsp; From there, a set of action items can be added to achieve each intended outcome. Many community coalitions - especially those with a large number of members - will break into working groups or committees around each strategy or objective.&nbsp; Naturally, those members who are subject matter experts and work in specific fields can take the lead in developing a plan and outlining the details for that specific strategy.<br/> When formulating these plans, it is important that expectations are realistic and that the actions identified can be achieved.&nbsp; Even when action plans are revised due to changing data and lessons learned, achieving progress is important to keep&nbsp;participants energized and motivated so communities may consider planning for small and early wins first.
-'''Identifying Members to Lead Implementation of Strategies'''<br/> It is important for all participants to know what part of the action plan they are responsible for leading the implementation.&nbsp; This lays the groundwork of expectations between members and trust that each participant will carry out their portion of the plan.&nbsp; These responsibilities should be clearly spelled out in writing so there is no confusion or misunderstanding.&nbsp; &nbsp;Although a coalition member may be helping to coordinate the activities of members, it is the responsibility of each member to be accountable and help achieve progress.&nbsp; For example, coalition members not tasked&nbsp;with a specific strategy can still help to track milestones, maintain community momentum, and update key community stakeholders as progress is made.
+'''Identifying Members to Lead Implementation of Strategies'''<br/> It is important for all participants to know what part of the action plan they are responsible for leading the implementation.&nbsp; This lays the groundwork of expectations between members and trust that each participant will carry out their portion of the plan.&nbsp; These responsibilities should be clearly spelled out in writing so there is no confusion or misunderstanding.&nbsp;&nbsp;Although a coalition member may be helping to coordinate the activities of members, it is the responsibility of each member to be accountable and help achieve progress.&nbsp; For example, coalition members not tasked&nbsp;with a specific strategy can still help to track milestones, maintain community momentum, and update key community stakeholders as progress is made.
 '''Developing Short- and Long-Term Goals with Timelines'''<br/> Once the group as a whole or sub-group agrees to an action plan, it is important to create timelines to complete each activity.&nbsp; As steps are taken to address both short- and longer-term goals, trust is built between the members working toward a common outcome.&nbsp; As with the actions themselves, the timelines need to be reasonable and achievable.&nbsp; Having a range of timelines helps keep members engaged and have a sense of accomplishment.&nbsp; Some coalitions will have short-term goals that can be achieved in 30 or 60 days, mid-term goals that are several months out, and long-term goals that can be expected to take a year or more.
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 = Promising Practices =
-SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently no information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
+SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently limited&nbsp;information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
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 SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently limited&nbsp;information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
 = Available Tools and Resources =
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 There are many resources that discuss how to improve cultural competence in the areas of substance use and mental health.&nbsp; The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has examined this issue in great detail in improving treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp;<ref>https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/d7/priv/sma14-4849.pdf</ref>
-Typically, it will take a combination of several strategies to improve cultural competence.&nbsp; It is therefore important that there be as much input as possible when considering what needs to be done in a given community.&nbsp; An report with greater detail of specific strategies can be found here.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br/> &nbsp;Check out SAFE Project’s resources for diverse populations here.&nbsp;<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/resources-for-diverse-populations/</ref>
+Typically, it will take a combination of several strategies to improve cultural competence.&nbsp; It is therefore important that there be as much input as possible when considering what needs to be done in a given community.&nbsp; A&nbsp;report with greater detail of specific strategies can be found here.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br/> &nbsp;Check out SAFE Project’s resources for diverse populations here.&nbsp;<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/resources-for-diverse-populations/</ref>
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 SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently limited&nbsp;information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
 = Impactful Federal, State, and Local Policies =
-SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently no information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
+SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently limited&nbsp;information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
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 = Relevant Research =
-SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently no information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
+SAFE Solutions is an ever-growing platform.&nbsp; Currently limited&nbsp;information is readily available for this section.&nbsp; SAFE Project is dedicated to providing communities with the most relevant and innovative materials.&nbsp; We will continue to regularly monitor and make updates accordingly with community input and subject matter expert collaboration.&nbsp; Please check back soon.
 = Impactful Federal, State, and Local Policies =

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 After bringing stakeholders together, gathering and analyzing data, and identifying needs and priorities in terms of services and programs, the next step is for the coalition to collectively develop an action plan that addresses those identified needs, and then, support its implementation.&nbsp; Working together in close coordination during this process is as important as ever, so that all stakeholders have buy-in and are accountable.&nbsp; While the experience of communities varies, there are some common principles that consistently appear.&nbsp;
 = Key Information =
-'''Key Components to an Effective Action Plan'''<br/> Substance misuse and substance use disorder is a complex problem whose solutions are numerous across the continuum of care.&nbsp; What specific solutions are put into an action plan will vary widely, as will the approach different communities take.&nbsp; Some communities have a complex organizational structure to their coalition, which includes a planning section charged with development and revision of an action plan.&nbsp; This section works closely with the data unit to provide status reports to the larger group and evaluate different initiatives within the plan.&nbsp; Most community coalitions have less structure where specific tasks, like creating an action plan, are done by the entire coalition or where all or most members provide input.&nbsp; Whatever the scope of the effort, there are some key components needed to develop an effective action plan.&nbsp; Communities should also note that action plans are living documents and they will need to be constantly reviewed and revised to address new realities and lessons learned along the way.&nbsp; Check out SAFE Project’s Community Playbook<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/</ref> for an action plan template.&nbsp;&nbsp;
+'''Key Components to an Effective Action Plan'''<br/> Substance misuse and substance use disorder are&nbsp;complex problems whose solutions are numerous across the continuum of care.&nbsp; What specific solutions are put into an action plan will vary widely, as will the approach different communities take.&nbsp; Some communities have a complex organizational structure to their coalition, which includes a planning section charged with the development and revision of an action plan.&nbsp; This section works closely with the data unit to provide status reports to the larger group and evaluate different initiatives within the plan.&nbsp; Most community coalitions have less structure where specific tasks, like creating an action plan, are done by the entire coalition or where all or most members provide input.&nbsp; Whatever the scope of the effort, there are some key components needed to develop an effective action plan.&nbsp; Communities should also note that action plans are living documents and they will need to be constantly reviewed and revised to address new realities and lessons learned along the way.&nbsp; Check out SAFE Project’s Community Playbook<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/</ref> for an action plan template.&nbsp;&nbsp;
-'''Setting Clear Strategies'''<br/> When gaps and additional service needs are identified, the community coalition can begin to map out a set of actions and strategies to achieve desired outcomes.&nbsp; These outcomes first need to be agreed upon by the community coalition.&nbsp; From there, a set of action items can be added to achieve each intended outcome. Many community coalitions - especially those with a large number of members - will break into working groups or committees around each strategy or objective.&nbsp; Naturally those members who are subject matter experts and work in specific fields can take the lead in developing a plan and outlining the details for that specific strategy.<br/> When formulating these plans, it is important that expectations are realistic and that the actions identified can be achieved.&nbsp; Even when action plans are revised due to changing data and lessons learned, achieving progress is important to keeping participants energized and motivated so communities may consider planning for small and early wins first.
+'''Setting Clear Strategies'''<br/> When gaps and additional service needs are identified, the community coalition can begin to map out a set of actions and strategies to achieve desired outcomes.&nbsp; These outcomes first need to be agreed upon by the community coalition.&nbsp; From there, a set of action items can be added to achieve each intended outcome. Many community coalitions - especially those with a large number of members - will break into working groups or committees around each strategy or objective.&nbsp; Naturally, those members who are subject matter experts and work in specific fields can take the lead in developing a plan and outlining the details for that specific strategy.<br/> When formulating these plans, it is important that expectations are realistic and that the actions identified can be achieved.&nbsp; Even when action plans are revised due to changing data and lessons learned, achieving progress is important to keep&nbsp;participants energized and motivated so communities may consider planning for small and early wins first.
-'''Identifying Members to Lead Implementation of Strategies'''<br/> It is important for all participants to know what part of the action plan they are responsible for leading the implementing.&nbsp; This lays the groundwork of expectations between members and trust that each participant will carry out their portion of the plan.&nbsp; These responsibilities should be clearly spelled out in writing so there is no confusion or misunderstanding.&nbsp; &nbsp;Although a coalition member may be helping to coordinate the activities of members, it is the responsibility of each member to be accountable and help achieve progress.&nbsp; For example, coalition members not tasks with a specific strategy can still help to track milestones, maintain community momentum, and update key community stakeholders as progress is made.
+'''Identifying Members to Lead Implementation of Strategies'''<br/> It is important for all participants to know what part of the action plan they are responsible for leading the implementation.&nbsp; This lays the groundwork of expectations between members and trust that each participant will carry out their portion of the plan.&nbsp; These responsibilities should be clearly spelled out in writing so there is no confusion or misunderstanding.&nbsp; &nbsp;Although a coalition member may be helping to coordinate the activities of members, it is the responsibility of each member to be accountable and help achieve progress.&nbsp; For example, coalition members not tasked&nbsp;with a specific strategy can still help to track milestones, maintain community momentum, and update key community stakeholders as progress is made.
-'''Developing Short- and Long-Term Goals with Timelines'''<br/> Once the group as a whole or sub-group agrees to an action plan, it is important to create timelines to complete each activity.&nbsp; As steps are taken to address both short- and longer-term goals, trust is built between the members working toward a common outcome.&nbsp; As with the actions themselves, the timelines need to be reasonable and achievable.&nbsp; Having a range of timelines helps keep members engaged and have a sense of accomplishment.&nbsp; Some coalitions will have short-term goals that can be achieved in 30 or 60 days, mid-term goals that are several months out, and long-term goals that can be expected to take a year or more.<br/> &nbsp;
+'''Developing Short- and Long-Term Goals with Timelines'''<br/> Once the group as a whole or sub-group agrees to an action plan, it is important to create timelines to complete each activity.&nbsp; As steps are taken to address both short- and longer-term goals, trust is built between the members working toward a common outcome.&nbsp; As with the actions themselves, the timelines need to be reasonable and achievable.&nbsp; Having a range of timelines helps keep members engaged and have a sense of accomplishment.&nbsp; Some coalitions will have short-term goals that can be achieved in 30 or 60 days, mid-term goals that are several months out, and long-term goals that can be expected to take a year or more.
 '''Identifying Resources'''<br/> Part of creating an achievable action plan is identifying and securing any financial and other resources that are necessary.&nbsp; There are a variety of funding sources that support planning and programs.&nbsp; Sources of funding include:
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 *Funding from grassroots and direct fundraising campaigns and events
-What is important is that the action plan take these needs into account and develop steps to secure any needed financial resources.&nbsp; Without funding community groups may be unable to meet their goals and objectives.&nbsp; More funding is not always feasible, so coalition may need to consider alternate, innovative avenues.&nbsp;
+What is important is that the action plan takes these needs into account and develops steps to secure any needed financial resources.&nbsp; Without funding, community groups may be unable to meet their goals and objectives.&nbsp; More funding is not always feasible, so coalitions may need to consider alternate, innovative avenues.&nbsp;
-'''Plan Implementation'''<br/> As work begins on implementing the plan, a process begins whereby actions are taken, effectiveness is assessed, and modifications to the plan are made.&nbsp; The constant evaluation of progress is an ongoing effort.&nbsp; Often goals are added and changed, as well as changes made in those responsible for implementing parts of the plan.&nbsp; It is important to have the expectation from the start that almost nothing goes exactly as planned.
+'''Plan Implementation'''<br/> As work begins on implementing the plan, a process begins whereby actions are taken, effectiveness is assessed, and modifications to the plan are made.&nbsp; The constant evaluation of progress is an ongoing effort.&nbsp; Often, goals are added and changed, and sometimes changes are made in those responsible for implementing parts of the plan.&nbsp; It is important to have the expectation from the start that almost nothing goes exactly as planned.
 '''Tracking of Progress and Outcomes'''<br/> Within an effective action plan, communities should identify and outline a series of performance indicators that align with their goal(s) and track progress.&nbsp; Shared accountability ensures that progress is being made towards achieving desired outcomes.&nbsp; The data can be used to report back to key stakeholders in the community on the progress that is being made, but it also can be used to revise any details related to the action plans as needed if strategies aren’t going as intended, so that all involved can collectively improve the desired outcomes.
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 '''Building a Culturally Competent Plan'''<br/> Cultural competence is defined as the ability of providers and organizations to effectively deliver health care services that meet the social, cultural, and linguistic needs of patients.
-A culturally competent healthcare organization seeks to understand the culture of the population served, recognizes the impact of cultural differences, fosters internal learning opportunities to improve cultural knowledge among care teams, and modifies patient care to meet the patient’s unique needs.&nbsp;<br/> Addressing the drug misuse and substance use disorder epidemic is a complex problem requiring a complex and coordinated set of solutions.&nbsp; Another critical factor to examine and plan for involves how to best serve diverse populations within a given community.&nbsp; Due to differences in language, culture, and experiences communities addressing any public health issue must develop action plans that can achieve desired outcomes for all people within the community.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br/> There are many resources that discuss how to improve cultural competence in the areas of substance use and mental health.&nbsp; Many of these strategies apply to community groups looking to improve their response to substance misuse and SUD:
+A culturally competent healthcare organization seeks to understand the culture of the population served, recognizes the impact of cultural differences, fosters internal learning opportunities to improve cultural knowledge among care teams, and modifies patient care to meet the patient’s unique needs.&nbsp;<br/> Addressing the drug misuse and substance use disorder epidemic is a complex problem requiring a complex and coordinated set of solutions.&nbsp; Another critical factor to examine and plan for involves how to best serve diverse populations within a given community.&nbsp; Due to differences in language, culture, and experiences, communities addressing any public health issue must develop action plans that can achieve desired outcomes for all people within the community.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br/> There are many resources that discuss how to improve cultural competence in the areas of substance use and mental health.&nbsp; Many of these strategies apply to community groups looking to improve their response to substance misuse and SUD:
-*Collect race, ethnicity and language preference (REAL) data
+*Collect race, ethnicity, and language preference (REAL) data
 *Identify and report disparities
 *Provide culturally and linguistically competent care

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 It is important for all participants to know what part of the action plan they are responsible for leading the implementing.&nbsp; This lays the groundwork of expectations between members and trust that each participant will carry out their portion of the plan.&nbsp; These responsibilities should be clearly spelled out in writing so there is no confusion or misunderstanding.&nbsp;&nbsp; Although a coalition member may be helping to coordinate the activities of members, it is the responsibility of each member to be accountable and help achieve progress.&nbsp;
 == Developing Short- and Long-Term Goals with Timelines ==
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 What is important is that the action plan take these needs into account and develop steps to secure any needed resources.&nbsp; Without needed funding community groups will be unable to meet their goals and objectives.
 == Tracking of Progress and Outcomes ==
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 = Building a Culturally Competent Plan =
-Addressing the drug misuse and substance use disorder epidemic is a complex problem requiring a complex and coordinated&nbsp;set of solutions.&nbsp; Another critical factor to examine and plan for involves how to best serve diverse populations within a given community.&nbsp; Due to differences in language, culture, and experiences communities addressing any public health issue must develop action plans that can achieve desired outcomes for all people within the community.
+Addressing the drug misuse and substance use disorder epidemic is a complex problem requiring a complex and coordinated&nbsp;set of solutions.&nbsp; Another critical factor to examine and plan for involves how to best serve diverse populations within a given community.&nbsp; Due to differences in language, culture, and experiences communities addressing any public health issue must develop action plans that can achieve desired outcomes for all people within the community.&nbsp; [https://www.samhsa.gov/section-223/cultural-competency/resources SAMHSA] has developed a list of resources to help imporve cultural competence.
 == Cultural Competence Defined ==
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