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SUMMARY:Data Storytelling Across the Project Lifespan: Using What You Know to Strengthen What You Do
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to apply new strategies and lead improvements in data use\, storytelling\, and program sustainability within your system\, organization\, or program? \nAre you also interested in learning how data storytelling can drive meaningful change and strengthen community impact? \nIf so\, this learning community is for you! \nThis event is designed to help participants transform the data they already collect into powerful tools for learning\, action\, and impact. Through interactive sessions with subject matter experts and peer exchange\, participants will explore how data can be leveraged across assessment\, continuous quality improvement (CQI)\, and evaluation to strengthen program design\, implementation\, and sustainability. You’ll also examine how data storytelling can support your program in communicating its purpose\, successes\, and needs to funders\, partners\, and participants. \nSeries 1 – all sessions are 90 minutes: 12pm-1:30pm HST | 2pm-3:30pm PT | 3pm-4:30pm MT | 4pm-5:30pm CT\nNovember 6 | December 4 | January 8 | February 5 | March 5 \nSeries 2 – all sessions are 90 minutes:  9:00am-10:30am HST | 11am-12:30pm PT | 12pm-1:30pm MT | 1pm-2:30pm CT\nNovember 13 | December 11 | January 15 | February 12 | March 12 \n\nLearning Objectives \n\n\nLearn techniques to leverage existing program data to inform assessment\, continuous quality improvement (CQI)\, and evaluation efforts. \n\n\nApply inclusive and community-centered data storytelling methods to engage stakeholders\, elevate community voice\, and foster collaborative interpretation and use of data. \n\n\nUnderstand how to develop and communicate compelling data narratives that enhance program effectiveness\, support sustainability\, and drive action. \n\n\n\nImportant Dates \n\n\nSeptember 29\, 2025: Applications open \n\n\nOctober 31\, 2025: Applications due \n\n\nNovember 4\, 2025: Applicants notified of selection status \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/series-2-data-storytelling-across-the-project-lifespan-using-what-you-know-to-strengthen-what-you-do/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Pacific West,Southwestern Plains
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SUMMARY:Data Storytelling Across the Project Lifespan: Using What You Know to Strengthen What You Do
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to apply new strategies and lead improvements in data use\, storytelling\, and program sustainability within your system\, organization\, or program? \nAre you also interested in learning how data storytelling can drive meaningful change and strengthen community impact? \nIf so\, this learning community is for you! \nThis event is designed to help participants transform the data they already collect into powerful tools for learning\, action\, and impact. Through interactive sessions with subject matter experts and peer exchange\, participants will explore how data can be leveraged across assessment\, continuous quality improvement (CQI)\, and evaluation to strengthen program design\, implementation\, and sustainability. You’ll also examine how data storytelling can support your program in communicating its purpose\, successes\, and needs to funders\, partners\, and participants. \nSeries 1 – all sessions are 90 minutes: 12pm-1:30pm HST | 2pm-3:30pm PT | 3pm-4:30pm MT | 4pm-5:30pm CT\nNovember 6 | December 4 | January 8 | February 5 | March 5 \nSeries 2 – all sessions are 90 minutes:  9:00am-10:30am HST | 11am-12:30pm PT | 12pm-1:30pm MT | 1pm-2:30pm CT\nNovember 13 | December 11 | January 15 | February 12 | March 12 \n\nLearning Objectives \n\n\nLearn techniques to leverage existing program data to inform assessment\, continuous quality improvement (CQI)\, and evaluation efforts. \n\n\nApply inclusive and community-centered data storytelling methods to engage stakeholders\, elevate community voice\, and foster collaborative interpretation and use of data. \n\n\nUnderstand how to develop and communicate compelling data narratives that enhance program effectiveness\, support sustainability\, and drive action. \n\n\n\nImportant Dates \n\n\nSeptember 29\, 2025: Applications open \n\n\nOctober 31\, 2025: Applications due \n\n\nNovember 4\, 2025: Applicants notified of selection status
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/series-1-data-storytelling-across-the-project-lifespan-using-what-you-know-to-strengthen-what-you-do/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Pacific West,Southwestern Plains
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T143000
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SUMMARY:Implementing Trauma Responsive Services
DESCRIPTION:Leaders of organizations are constantly monitoring the needs of behavioral and mental health systems\, engaging with local communities\, and supporting individuals who rely on their services. At the same time\, they must remain attentive to the unique needs of their own organizations and the people who make them work. \nTrauma-informed practices are essential for achieving both individual and organizational goals. Yet\, being trauma responsive goes beyond simply creating a trauma-informed environment. Truly trauma-responsive organizations see change as a natural part of service delivery and place the well-being of all individuals affected by that change at the center of their success. \nRecognizing the important role leaders play in guiding this process\, the CHMIS Southwestern Plains Hub is offering a three-session learning series for organizations committed to designing and implementing trauma-informed and trauma-responsive services. This series is tailored for leaders in mental and behavioral health settings who are responsible for developing\, sustaining\, and innovating trauma-responsive approaches within their organizations. Through a unique\, practical lens on implementation and trauma responsiveness\, participants will engage in collective learning\, gain inspiration\, and build collaborative resources. \nSeries FormatThe Southwestern Plains Hub has designed a three-part series to help leaders conceptualize and implement trauma-responsive services in their organizations. Each session encourages collaborative discussion and shared learning. Participants who attend all three sessions and actively engage in the process will benefit most from the experience. \nLearning Series Dates/Times \nOctober 20\, 2025\, 1:00p – 2:30pm CT \nNovember 3. 2025\, 1:00p – 2:30pm CT \nNovember 17\, 2025\, 1:00p – 2:30pm CT \nApplications due by October 17th\, 2025
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/implementing-trauma-responsive-services/2025-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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SUMMARY:Implementing Trauma Responsive Services
DESCRIPTION:Leaders of organizations are constantly monitoring the needs of behavioral and mental health systems\, engaging with local communities\, and supporting individuals who rely on their services. At the same time\, they must remain attentive to the unique needs of their own organizations and the people who make them work. \nTrauma-informed practices are essential for achieving both individual and organizational goals. Yet\, being trauma responsive goes beyond simply creating a trauma-informed environment. Truly trauma-responsive organizations see change as a natural part of service delivery and place the well-being of all individuals affected by that change at the center of their success. \nRecognizing the important role leaders play in guiding this process\, the CHMIS Southwestern Plains Hub is offering a three-session learning series for organizations committed to designing and implementing trauma-informed and trauma-responsive services. This series is tailored for leaders in mental and behavioral health settings who are responsible for developing\, sustaining\, and innovating trauma-responsive approaches within their organizations. Through a unique\, practical lens on implementation and trauma responsiveness\, participants will engage in collective learning\, gain inspiration\, and build collaborative resources. \nSeries FormatThe Southwestern Plains Hub has designed a three-part series to help leaders conceptualize and implement trauma-responsive services in their organizations. Each session encourages collaborative discussion and shared learning. Participants who attend all three sessions and actively engage in the process will benefit most from the experience. \nLearning Series Dates/Times \nOctober 20\, 2025\, 1:00p – 2:30pm CT \nNovember 3. 2025\, 1:00p – 2:30pm CT \nNovember 17\, 2025\, 1:00p – 2:30pm CT \nApplications due by October 17th\, 2025
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/implementing-trauma-responsive-services/2025-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Data Storytelling Across the Project Lifespan
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to explore how storytelling with data can help you better understand\, communicate\, and apply what you’re learning across every phase of your project. This foundational learning session is designed to help you use data more meaningfully. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what data storytelling really means and why it’s essential throughout the project lifecycle. You’ll learn how to identify your audience\, frame your message\, and structure compelling narratives that bring your data to life. \nWhether you’re new to data storytelling or looking to strengthen your approach\, this session offers a thoughtful introduction to using data not just as information\, but as a powerful tool for connection and change. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDefine data storytelling and explain its importance throughout the project lifecycle\, including planning\, implementation\, and reporting phases.\nIdentify the core components of effective data stories\, such as audience analysis\, message framing\, and narrative structure.\nRecognize and address common challenges faced by beginners in data storytelling\, and implement strategies to create clear\, impactful stories for diverse stakeholders.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/foundations-of-data-storytelling-across-the-project-lifespan/
CATEGORIES:Pacific West,Southwestern Plains
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SUMMARY:Effective Strategies for Communication
DESCRIPTION:We all have a role in talking about the work we do—whether it’s to funders\, agency leaders\, peers\, or our community. This session will help you think about how you share your work\, why that matters\, and how to create messages that connect with different people. \nYou’ll walk away knowing how to: \n\nUse three key communication strategies and when to apply them\nUnderstand your audience and shape messages around what matters to them\nApply tools that make your work easier to explain and easier to support\n\nThe session will include time to work together\, share ideas\, and learn from each other.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/effective-strategies-for-communication/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T120000
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CREATED:20250722T182452Z
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SUMMARY:Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re launching a new initiative or refining an existing one\, aligning your evaluation strategy early can make all the difference. \nJoin us for a free\, three-part virtual learning series: Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start \nThis interactive series is designed for behavioral health professionals\, system leaders\, evaluators\, and program staff committed to using data for meaningful change. If your work is based in SAMHSA Regions 6 or 8\, this opportunity is for you! \nWhat you’ll gain: \n\nTools to align evaluation with your implementation goals\nStep-by-step guidance for building effective logic models\nActionable evaluation plans focused on real-world use\n\nDates (60 minutes each at 11:00 AM CT): \n\nAugust 26: Connecting Implementation and Evaluation\nSeptember 9: Building and Using Logic Models\nSeptember 23: Action Planning for Evaluation and Data Use\n\nWho should attend: \n\nBehavioral health and system leaders\nImplementation managers and program directors\nEvaluators\, data\, and quality improvement staff\nAnyone supporting program development in Regions 6 or 8\n\nLet’s build programs that learn\, adapt\, and grow—starting with how we evaluate them.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/building-evaluation-into-implementation-from-the-start-3/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T120000
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CREATED:20250709T023907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T205017Z
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SUMMARY:Fidelity in Peer Support Programming Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:This interactive learning series is designed for organizations that employ or collaborate with peer supporters. Through guided discussions\, scenario analysis\, and collaborative planning\, participants will explore the unique role of peer support in contrast to other support roles\, examine internal dynamics\, and develop strategies to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of peer support services. \nParticipants will reflect on their organizational practices\, share real-world experiences\, and co-create action plans to support peer supporters while avoiding role drift. The series will also include breakout sessions for deeper dialogue and policy planning\, ensuring that peer support remains true to its values while aligning with organizational goals.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/fidelity-in-peer-support-programming-learning-community/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085109
CREATED:20250815T001406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T204806Z
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Community Engagement in Mental Health Systems
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn about improving mental health systems through stronger community engagement? Join us for this exciting learning session that will cover foundational principles of community engagement – its meaning\, significance\, and value beyond compliance or checkbox activities. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to explore how to bring communities into their work from the outset in ways that feel genuine\, authentic\, and impactful. Core principles of engagement will be covered\, along with practical examples of shared power and how strong relationships influence all phases of program development. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nGain a clear understanding of what meaningful community engagement looks like in mental health systems.\nGenerate ideas for incorporating community voice from planning to evaluation into your mental health work.\nHear practical ways to start building stronger\, more trusting relationships.\nLearn how you can continue learning on this topic by participating in a future Learning Community.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/the-importance-of-community-engagement-in-mental-health-systems/
CATEGORIES:Pacific West,Southwestern Plains
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085109
CREATED:20250722T182711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T204908Z
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SUMMARY:Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re launching a new initiative or refining an existing one\, aligning your evaluation strategy early can make all the difference. \nJoin us for a free\, three-part virtual learning series: Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start \nThis interactive series is designed for behavioral health professionals\, system leaders\, evaluators\, and program staff committed to using data for meaningful change. If your work is based in SAMHSA Regions 6 or 8\, this opportunity is for you! \nWhat you’ll gain: \n\nTools to align evaluation with your implementation goals\nStep-by-step guidance for building effective logic models\nActionable evaluation plans focused on real-world use\n\nDates (60 minutes each at 11:00 AM CT): \n\nAugust 26: Connecting Implementation and Evaluation\nSeptember 9: Building and Using Logic Models\nSeptember 23: Action Planning for Evaluation and Data Use\n\nWho should attend: \n\nBehavioral health and system leaders\nImplementation managers and program directors\nEvaluators\, data\, and quality improvement staff\nAnyone supporting program development in Regions 6 or 8\n\nLet’s build programs that learn\, adapt\, and grow—starting with how we evaluate them.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/building-evaluation-into-implementation-from-the-start-4/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085109
CREATED:20250709T023907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T205017Z
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SUMMARY:Fidelity in Peer Support Programming Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:This interactive learning series is designed for organizations that employ or collaborate with peer supporters. Through guided discussions\, scenario analysis\, and collaborative planning\, participants will explore the unique role of peer support in contrast to other support roles\, examine internal dynamics\, and develop strategies to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of peer support services. \nParticipants will reflect on their organizational practices\, share real-world experiences\, and co-create action plans to support peer supporters while avoiding role drift. The series will also include breakout sessions for deeper dialogue and policy planning\, ensuring that peer support remains true to its values while aligning with organizational goals.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/fidelity-in-peer-support-programming-learning-community/2025-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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SUMMARY:Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re launching a new initiative or refining an existing one\, aligning your evaluation strategy early can make all the difference. \nJoin us for a free\, three-part virtual learning series: Building Evaluation into Implementation from the Start \nThis interactive series is designed for behavioral health professionals\, system leaders\, evaluators\, and program staff committed to using data for meaningful change. If your work is based in SAMHSA Regions 6 or 8\, this opportunity is for you! \nWhat you’ll gain: \n\nTools to align evaluation with your implementation goals\nStep-by-step guidance for building effective logic models\nActionable evaluation plans focused on real-world use\n\nDates (60 minutes each at 11:00 AM CT): \n\nAugust 26: Connecting Implementation and Evaluation\nSeptember 9: Building and Using Logic Models\nSeptember 23: Action Planning for Evaluation and Data Use\n\nWho should attend: \n\nBehavioral health and system leaders\nImplementation managers and program directors\nEvaluators\, data\, and quality improvement staff\nAnyone supporting program development in Regions 6 or 8\n\nLet’s build programs that learn\, adapt\, and grow—starting with how we evaluate them.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/building-evaluation-into-implementation-from-the-start/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085109
CREATED:20250709T023907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T205017Z
UID:10000038-1755772200-1755777600@www.cmhisupport.org
SUMMARY:Fidelity in Peer Support Programming Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:This interactive learning series is designed for organizations that employ or collaborate with peer supporters. Through guided discussions\, scenario analysis\, and collaborative planning\, participants will explore the unique role of peer support in contrast to other support roles\, examine internal dynamics\, and develop strategies to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of peer support services. \nParticipants will reflect on their organizational practices\, share real-world experiences\, and co-create action plans to support peer supporters while avoiding role drift. The series will also include breakout sessions for deeper dialogue and policy planning\, ensuring that peer support remains true to its values while aligning with organizational goals.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/fidelity-in-peer-support-programming-learning-community/2025-08-21/
CATEGORIES:Southwestern Plains
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