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SUMMARY:NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA): Process Improvement Tools to Achieve Your CQI Goals
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce a new evolution in the NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA) that now includes a dynamic\, self-paced eLearning course along with 6 hours of live virtual sessions with one of our NIATx experts! The enhanced NIATx CLA combines interactive guided learning and 12 short eLearning modules to give you the tools and support needed to successfully lead change and implement the NIATx model in your organization. \nWhat to Expect \n\n1.5 hours of self-paced eLearning modules (videos) that you can watch at your own pace between the live\, virtual sessions.\n6 hours of live learning sessions via Zoom\, which includes expert-led interactive dialogue\, hands-on activities\, and peer learning to deepen your understanding and application of the NIATx model.\nOptional: Free 1-on-1 technical assistance with a NIATx expert after successfully completing the NIATx CLA. This individualized support will be tailored to your specific change project and implementation needs.\n\nSeries Schedule \n\nSession 1: Jan 7\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 2: Jan 21\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 3: Jan 28\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 4: Feb 4\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\n\nNote: You only need to register once via the button on the right to attend all sessions in this series. \n  \nACCREDITATION STATEMENT \nIn support of improving patient care\, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nAmerican Medical Association (AMA)  \nStanford Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) \nContinuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibly for the content of the programs. \nASWB Approved Continuing Education Credit (ACE) – Social Work Credit \nAs a Jointly Accredited Organization\, Stanford Medicine is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations\, not individual courses\, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards have the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this activity receive 6 continuing education credits. \nAccreditation questions? Email: stanfordcme@stanford.edu
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/niatx-change-leader-academy-cla-process-improvement-tools-to-achieve-your-cqi-goals/2026-01-07/
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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/2026-01-08/
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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/2026-01-15/
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SUMMARY:NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA): Process Improvement Tools to Achieve Your CQI Goals
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce a new evolution in the NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA) that now includes a dynamic\, self-paced eLearning course along with 6 hours of live virtual sessions with one of our NIATx experts! The enhanced NIATx CLA combines interactive guided learning and 12 short eLearning modules to give you the tools and support needed to successfully lead change and implement the NIATx model in your organization. \nWhat to Expect \n\n1.5 hours of self-paced eLearning modules (videos) that you can watch at your own pace between the live\, virtual sessions.\n6 hours of live learning sessions via Zoom\, which includes expert-led interactive dialogue\, hands-on activities\, and peer learning to deepen your understanding and application of the NIATx model.\nOptional: Free 1-on-1 technical assistance with a NIATx expert after successfully completing the NIATx CLA. This individualized support will be tailored to your specific change project and implementation needs.\n\nSeries Schedule \n\nSession 1: Jan 7\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 2: Jan 21\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 3: Jan 28\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 4: Feb 4\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\n\nNote: You only need to register once via the button on the right to attend all sessions in this series. \n  \nACCREDITATION STATEMENT \nIn support of improving patient care\, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nAmerican Medical Association (AMA)  \nStanford Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) \nContinuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibly for the content of the programs. \nASWB Approved Continuing Education Credit (ACE) – Social Work Credit \nAs a Jointly Accredited Organization\, Stanford Medicine is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations\, not individual courses\, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards have the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this activity receive 6 continuing education credits. \nAccreditation questions? Email: stanfordcme@stanford.edu
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/niatx-change-leader-academy-cla-process-improvement-tools-to-achieve-your-cqi-goals/2026-01-21/
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SUMMARY:Implementation Support for Community and Person-Centered Mental Health Services
DESCRIPTION:This three-part series helps behavioral health leaders strengthen implementation practices that truly reflect the people and communities they serve. Each 1.5-hour session focuses on practical approaches to understanding community context\, turning insight into intentional action\, and partnering with leaders to build sustainable systems of care. Participants will leave with tools from the NIATx Model for Advanced Performance Strategies (MAPS) framework that connect improvement strategies to meaningful community impact and person-centered outcomes. \nSeries Schedule \n\nSession 1: Jan 21\, 2026 @ 11:00-12:30 PM CT\nSession 2: Jan 28\, 2026 @ 11:00-12:30 PM CT\nSession 3: Feb 4\, 2026 @ 11:00-12:30 PM CT\n\nNote: You only need to register once to attend all sessions in this series. \n  \nSession 1: Knowing Your Community and Customer – Applying NIATx Principle #1 \nPresenters: Mat Roosa and Alfredo Cerrato \nTime: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM CT \nDate: 1-14-2026 \nEffective implementation begins with understanding who you serve. This session guides behavioral health leaders through NIATx Principle #1\, Understand and Involve the Customer\, and applies it to both individual and community contexts. Participants will explore how shared values\, expectations\, and decision-making patterns shape service engagement. Using NIATx MAPS dimensions\, this session helps leaders identify what motivates participation\, how trust is built\, and where barriers arise\, laying the groundwork for lasting system improvement. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain how NIATx Principle #1 informs person and community-centered implementation in behavioral health.\nIdentify key community dimensions such as Power Distance\, Achievement vs. Collaboration\, and Community vs. Individual Orientation that influence engagement and access.\nUse NIATx MAPS tools to describe the behavioral and relational patterns of the communities they serve to strengthen alignment between services and needs.\n\nTool: The NIATx Cultural Dimensions Tool\n\n \n  \nSession 2: From Intuition to Intention – Building Community-Responsive Systems \nPresenters: Mark Sanders and Alfredo Cerrato \nTime: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM CT \nDate: 1-21-2026 \nMany organizations already respond naturally to their community’s needs\, but their success often depends on intuition rather than a defined process. This session helps leaders translate those intuitive practices into intentional\, data-informed strategies. Through examples of proven programs from across the country\, participants will see how community-responsive systems can increase engagement\, retention\, and outcomes. Leaders will leave with practical tools to turn existing strengths into structured improvement strategies grounded in NIATx MAPS principles. \nObjectives: \n\nRecognize how current organizational practices already reflect community alignment and person-centered engagement.\nExamine successful national examples that demonstrate how systematic community responsiveness improves behavioral health outcomes.\nDevelop an actionable plan to transform intuitive approaches into intentional\, repeatable processes using NIATx MAPS.\n\nTool: The NIATx Charter and the NIATx eLearning Course \n  \nSession 3: Partnering with Community Leadership for Sustainable Implementation \nPresenters: Yengyee Lor and Alfredo Cerrato \nTime: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM CT \nDate: 1-28-2026 \nSustainable change in behavioral health systems depends on trusted partnerships with community leaders\, both formal and informal. This session teaches participants how to identify leadership dynamics within different communities and how to engage those leaders to support mental health implementation efforts. Using NIATx MAPS\, participants will learn how to align leadership engagement with person and community-centered principles to foster shared ownership and long-term impact. \nObjectives: \n\nIdentify leadership patterns that influence decision-making\, trust\, and collaboration within communities served.\nApply engagement techniques that build authentic partnerships and support mutual accountability for mental health goals.\nLearn to design messaging specific to multiple audiences\, recognizing that the leader of each audience is often the first to respond\, and tailor outreach to support effective\, lasting engagement.\n\nTool: Community Dimensions and Language Charting Template \n  \nCERTIFICATES: \nRegistrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/implementation-support-for-community-and-person-centered-mental-health-services/2026-01-21/
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SUMMARY:Project Management Principles for Mental Health Practice Implementation
DESCRIPTION:This two-part virtual series is designed to equip implementation leaders with practical project management tools that drive successful implementation of services\, programs\, and practices. This series aims to strengthen implementation efforts by enhancing team coordination\, communication\, and workflow. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or applying implementation science principles to an existing program\, attendees will gain foundational project management techniques tailored to the unique challenges of behavioral health work. Each 90-minute session will blend expert instruction with interactive small-group discussions\, focusing on real-world tools that managers can immediately apply. \nSeries Schedule:  \nWednesday\, January 21\, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. \nWednesday\, January 28\, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. \nBy the end of the series\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the foundational principles of project management\nDescribe project managers’ mindset\, role\, and responsibilities\nApply project management methodologies to real-world implementation scenarios\nDevelop project management documents\, templates\, and workflows\nUtilize project management techniques to build team capacity\, manage change\, and mitigate staff burnout\n\nThis event is being offered to HHS Regions 3 and 4\, which include Alabama\, Delaware\, the District of Columbia\, Florida\, Georgia\, Kentucky\, Maryland\, Mississippi\, North Carolina\, Pennsylvania\, South Carolina\, Tennessee\, Virginia\, and West Virginia. \nIf you need a disability-related accommodation\, please contact the East Coast Hub at eastcoast@cmhisupport.org. Requests should be made by January 14\, 2026. \nDisclaimer: These sessions will focus on equipping mental health program managers with the project management tools needed to lead implementation efforts\, but this series does not qualify for any of the learning hours required to sit for the official PMP exam.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/project-management-principles-for-mental-health-practice-implementation-2/2026-01-21/
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DTSTAMP:20260418T094931
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SUMMARY:Community Engagement Across the Project Lifespan: Deepening Partnerships to Strengthen Impact
DESCRIPTION:The Community Engagement Across the Project Lifespan: Deepening Partnerships to Strengthen Impact Learning Community is designed for individuals and teams who are seeking to work with communities\, not just in them. Participants will explore strategies to make community engagement more meaningful\, reciprocal\, and sustainable across every phase of a program or initiative. Through interactive discussions\, real-world examples\, and shared learning\, they will gain practical strategies for building and nurturing relationships that create lasting impact. \nEach session is grounded in the belief that communities hold the wisdom to shape the programs intended to serve them. Whether participants are just beginning to consider engagement or are working to deepen existing relationships\, this series provides tools to support inclusive\, thoughtful\, and community-grounded approaches. \nAll sessions are 90 minutes: 7:30 –9:00am HST | 9:30am -11am PT | 10:30am-12pm MT | 11:30am-1pm CT | 12:30pm-2pm ET\nDecember 17 | January 21 | February 18 | March 18  | April 15 \n\nImportant Dates\n\n\nApplication open: 9/29 \n\n\nApplications due: 11/05 \n\n\nApplicants notified: 11/10 \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/series-2-community-engagement-across-the-project-lifespan-deepening-partnerships-to-strengthen-impact/2026-01-21/
CATEGORIES:East Coast,Midwest,Northeast Atlantic & Caribbean,Pacific West,Southwestern Plains
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T120000
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SUMMARY:Communications for Implementing Mental Health Services: Best Practices from Project Management
DESCRIPTION:The East Coast Hub for Mental Health Implementation Support\, in partnership with Kentucky DBHDID leadership\, is facilitating this two-part targeted training focused on the best communications practices from both traditional and Agile project management\, and how those practices might be applied to mental health service implementation. Participants will gain an understanding of their primary audiences\, the most important components of communication\, and how to plan & execute great communication strategies whether using a traditional\, Agile\, or hybrid approach.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\n\nDescribe the primary audiences one must consider during implementation communications\n\n\nDescribe the main components of implementation communications\n\n\nApply communications techniques to initiate\, plan\, execute\, monitor\, and close out traditional implementation projects\n\n\nDemonstrate the flexible collaboration & concise messaging needed to guide Agile implementation projects\n\n\nIdentify useful communications templates\, documents\, and tools that can aid implementation projects\n\n\n  \nRegistration for this event is closed. For more information about this event\, please contact the East Coast Hub (eastcoast@cmhisupport.org).
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/communications-for-implementing-mental-health-services-best-practices-from-project-management/2026-01-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260418T094931
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SUMMARY:NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA): Process Improvement Tools to Achieve Your CQI Goals
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce a new evolution in the NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA) that now includes a dynamic\, self-paced eLearning course along with 6 hours of live virtual sessions with one of our NIATx experts! The enhanced NIATx CLA combines interactive guided learning and 12 short eLearning modules to give you the tools and support needed to successfully lead change and implement the NIATx model in your organization. \nWhat to Expect \n\n1.5 hours of self-paced eLearning modules (videos) that you can watch at your own pace between the live\, virtual sessions.\n6 hours of live learning sessions via Zoom\, which includes expert-led interactive dialogue\, hands-on activities\, and peer learning to deepen your understanding and application of the NIATx model.\nOptional: Free 1-on-1 technical assistance with a NIATx expert after successfully completing the NIATx CLA. This individualized support will be tailored to your specific change project and implementation needs.\n\nSeries Schedule \n\nSession 1: Jan 7\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 2: Jan 21\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 3: Jan 28\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\nSession 4: Feb 4\, 2026 @ 9:00-10:30 AM CT\n\nNote: You only need to register once via the button on the right to attend all sessions in this series. \n  \nACCREDITATION STATEMENT \nIn support of improving patient care\, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nAmerican Medical Association (AMA)  \nStanford Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) \nContinuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibly for the content of the programs. \nASWB Approved Continuing Education Credit (ACE) – Social Work Credit \nAs a Jointly Accredited Organization\, Stanford Medicine is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations\, not individual courses\, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards have the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this activity receive 6 continuing education credits. \nAccreditation questions? Email: stanfordcme@stanford.edu
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/niatx-change-leader-academy-cla-process-improvement-tools-to-achieve-your-cqi-goals/2026-01-28/
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SUMMARY:Implementation Support for Community and Person-Centered Mental Health Services
DESCRIPTION:This three-part series helps behavioral health leaders strengthen implementation practices that truly reflect the people and communities they serve. Each 1.5-hour session focuses on practical approaches to understanding community context\, turning insight into intentional action\, and partnering with leaders to build sustainable systems of care. Participants will leave with tools from the NIATx Model for Advanced Performance Strategies (MAPS) framework that connect improvement strategies to meaningful community impact and person-centered outcomes. \nSeries Schedule \n\nSession 1: Jan 21\, 2026 @ 11:00-12:30 PM CT\nSession 2: Jan 28\, 2026 @ 11:00-12:30 PM CT\nSession 3: Feb 4\, 2026 @ 11:00-12:30 PM CT\n\nNote: You only need to register once to attend all sessions in this series. \n  \nSession 1: Knowing Your Community and Customer – Applying NIATx Principle #1 \nPresenters: Mat Roosa and Alfredo Cerrato \nTime: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM CT \nDate: 1-14-2026 \nEffective implementation begins with understanding who you serve. This session guides behavioral health leaders through NIATx Principle #1\, Understand and Involve the Customer\, and applies it to both individual and community contexts. Participants will explore how shared values\, expectations\, and decision-making patterns shape service engagement. Using NIATx MAPS dimensions\, this session helps leaders identify what motivates participation\, how trust is built\, and where barriers arise\, laying the groundwork for lasting system improvement. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain how NIATx Principle #1 informs person and community-centered implementation in behavioral health.\nIdentify key community dimensions such as Power Distance\, Achievement vs. Collaboration\, and Community vs. Individual Orientation that influence engagement and access.\nUse NIATx MAPS tools to describe the behavioral and relational patterns of the communities they serve to strengthen alignment between services and needs.\n\nTool: The NIATx Cultural Dimensions Tool\n\n \n  \nSession 2: From Intuition to Intention – Building Community-Responsive Systems \nPresenters: Mark Sanders and Alfredo Cerrato \nTime: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM CT \nDate: 1-21-2026 \nMany organizations already respond naturally to their community’s needs\, but their success often depends on intuition rather than a defined process. This session helps leaders translate those intuitive practices into intentional\, data-informed strategies. Through examples of proven programs from across the country\, participants will see how community-responsive systems can increase engagement\, retention\, and outcomes. Leaders will leave with practical tools to turn existing strengths into structured improvement strategies grounded in NIATx MAPS principles. \nObjectives: \n\nRecognize how current organizational practices already reflect community alignment and person-centered engagement.\nExamine successful national examples that demonstrate how systematic community responsiveness improves behavioral health outcomes.\nDevelop an actionable plan to transform intuitive approaches into intentional\, repeatable processes using NIATx MAPS.\n\nTool: The NIATx Charter and the NIATx eLearning Course \n  \nSession 3: Partnering with Community Leadership for Sustainable Implementation \nPresenters: Yengyee Lor and Alfredo Cerrato \nTime: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM CT \nDate: 1-28-2026 \nSustainable change in behavioral health systems depends on trusted partnerships with community leaders\, both formal and informal. This session teaches participants how to identify leadership dynamics within different communities and how to engage those leaders to support mental health implementation efforts. Using NIATx MAPS\, participants will learn how to align leadership engagement with person and community-centered principles to foster shared ownership and long-term impact. \nObjectives: \n\nIdentify leadership patterns that influence decision-making\, trust\, and collaboration within communities served.\nApply engagement techniques that build authentic partnerships and support mutual accountability for mental health goals.\nLearn to design messaging specific to multiple audiences\, recognizing that the leader of each audience is often the first to respond\, and tailor outreach to support effective\, lasting engagement.\n\nTool: Community Dimensions and Language Charting Template \n  \nCERTIFICATES: \nRegistrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/implementation-support-for-community-and-person-centered-mental-health-services/2026-01-28/
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SUMMARY:Project Management Principles for Mental Health Practice Implementation
DESCRIPTION:This two-part virtual series is designed to equip implementation leaders with practical project management tools that drive successful implementation of services\, programs\, and practices. This series aims to strengthen implementation efforts by enhancing team coordination\, communication\, and workflow. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or applying implementation science principles to an existing program\, attendees will gain foundational project management techniques tailored to the unique challenges of behavioral health work. Each 90-minute session will blend expert instruction with interactive small-group discussions\, focusing on real-world tools that managers can immediately apply. \nSeries Schedule:  \nWednesday\, January 21\, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. \nWednesday\, January 28\, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. \nBy the end of the series\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the foundational principles of project management\nDescribe project managers’ mindset\, role\, and responsibilities\nApply project management methodologies to real-world implementation scenarios\nDevelop project management documents\, templates\, and workflows\nUtilize project management techniques to build team capacity\, manage change\, and mitigate staff burnout\n\nThis event is being offered to HHS Regions 3 and 4\, which include Alabama\, Delaware\, the District of Columbia\, Florida\, Georgia\, Kentucky\, Maryland\, Mississippi\, North Carolina\, Pennsylvania\, South Carolina\, Tennessee\, Virginia\, and West Virginia. \nIf you need a disability-related accommodation\, please contact the East Coast Hub at eastcoast@cmhisupport.org. Requests should be made by January 14\, 2026. \nDisclaimer: These sessions will focus on equipping mental health program managers with the project management tools needed to lead implementation efforts\, but this series does not qualify for any of the learning hours required to sit for the official PMP exam.
URL:https://www.cmhisupport.org/event/project-management-principles-for-mental-health-practice-implementation-2/2026-01-28/
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