| ADVISORY BOARD Tom Potter, Executive Director Parent Education Program Vicki Grant, Deputy Commissioner Allegany County Department of Social Services William Penman, Executive Director Allegany Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Pat Schmelzer, Commissioner Allegany County Department of Social Services Mike Damiano, CEO Allegany ARC Norm Pollard Ph.D, Dean of Students Alfred University Rob Lillis, Executive Director Evalumetrics Research William Tompkins, Sheriff Allegany County Sheriffs Office Jodi Adams, Director ACCORD Corporation Tracy Broshar ACCORD Corporation |
| Who we are... We are a coalition of concerned individuals who care about the health and wellbeing of our children, our families, our schools, and our communities. What We Are Doing... We strive to reduce those risk factors that lead to alcohol/substance use, teen pregnancy, violence and school dropout. We are empowering Allegany County New York to collaboratively work together to create a healthy environment for our youth while encouraging positive change. What We Believe...
MEMBERSHIP & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Becoming a member is easy! It's free and you decide how much time you want to commit. There are many different projects and workgroups you can join. The opportunities are endless! We work on community events like town hall meetings, school lock-ins, faith-based initiatives,implementing model programs in our communities, and we continue to develop our coalition. Our members include youth, parents, faith leaders, educators, health professionals, law enforcement, elected officials, business leaders, and civic organizations. |
Shawnee came to Allegany County and PPAC in 2005.
She has a BS in Management and Organizational
Development from Eastern Mennonite University and is
currently studying for her MBA in Finance. Shawnee has
several years experience in coalition building as well as
curriculum development, community outreach,and has
presented in numerous national and state level workshops
and forums.
She has a BS in Management and Organizational
Development from Eastern Mennonite University and is
currently studying for her MBA in Finance. Shawnee has
several years experience in coalition building as well as
curriculum development, community outreach,and has
presented in numerous national and state level workshops
and forums.
In 2008, Shawnee was selected to present at the
Community Anti-drug Coalitions of America (CADCA),
National Leadership Forum in Washington DC.
She is married with 3 teenagers and is an active member of
her church and community.
Community Anti-drug Coalitions of America (CADCA),
National Leadership Forum in Washington DC.
She is married with 3 teenagers and is an active member of
her church and community.
| Shawnee Wright, Community Coordinator www.ppaccentral.org 3084 Trapping Brook Rd Wellsville, NY 14895 www.myspace.com/ppaccentral 585-593-1920 x721 |
| ABOUT US |
PPAC History...
PLANNING
 | Founded in 1998, Children & Youth Unified Services(CYUS) was started set out to | |
| address the special needs of youth. | ||
| 2001-The first set of Risk and Protective Factor Surveys were distributed in 11 out | |
| of the 12 school districts in Allegany County. These surveys have proven to be quite valuable in evaluating what strategies are needed to best address the needs of youth. | ||
| 2005-The small coalition applied and receive the Drug Free Communities Grant from | |
| the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration. | ||
| 2006-CYUS changed their name to Partners for Prevention in AlleganyCounty. | |
| Present Day-Membership numbers have grown dramatically as well as prevention | |
| initiatives within the county. | ||
| We look forward to another productive 10 years! |
PLANNING
| PPAC is actively involved in developing strategic plans for Allegany County. In 2006, | |
| PPAC performed several sector-based focus groups to help give insight and solutions to reduce alcohol and drug use within our communities. |
| PPAC has several county key leaders that help advise the direction of the coalition. | |
| These distinguished members are a vital addition whose main purpose is give stability and promote a sustainable coalition. |
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