Quarterly One Voice Coalition Meeting on March 8th
Thank you to all who came to the quarterly One Voice Coalition on March 8th!
Renata Denlinger, Outreach Specialist with Prevention Resources presented information on the free RecoverWE App – which helps individuals who use substances, and their families, connect to resources they many need at any stage in the recovery process. The App also includes information on Harm Reduction, and medications for substance use disorder. Renata made it a productive meeting as everyone had the opportunity to download the app. Amy Hicks, Recovery Advocate at Open Door Recovery Center (ODRC) shared the offerings at ODRC and detailed her role in assisting those in recovery through a peer-to-peer approach supporting those along their journey.
Bilingual Dinner and Dialogue event at Reading Fleming Intermediate School
One Voice was proud to partner with Prevention Resources, Harvest Family Success Center and Hunterdon Health to host a bilingual Dinner and Dialogue event at Reading Fleming Intermediate School on March 1st. Over 150 parents and kids came out to join the important conversation about current drug trends and focus on protective factors and positive coping skills for youth. The event was held in both English and Spanish. We hope this is the start of a series of dinner and dialogue events to further support our parents and students with information, resources, and skills. Thanks to all who came out!
One Voice workshop at South Hunterdon High School: "MUSIC, a Bridge to Mind/Body Connection"
On January 11th and 18th, One Voice led a workshop at South Hunterdon High School titled, "MUSIC, a Bridge to Mind/Body Connection" a Yoga@YourLibrary program. Students were asked in advance to contribute their top 3 songs to create a community playlist that played during our yoga class. Discussion included noticing how music affects our moods and how to utilize music as a positive coping strategy paired with mindful movement. Students and staff attended the sessions during their lunch period.
This original program combines evidence based tools and discussion guides tailored to the age group and current youth issues regarding prevention. Programs are completely customizable for your group.
CADCA Annual National Leadership Forum and SAMHSA Annual Prevention Day
One Voice Program Director Peggy Dowd, and Project Coordinator Alison Belli recently attended CADCA's Annual National Leadership Forum and SAMHSA's Prevention Day at National Harbor MD.
As part of SAMHSA's annual Prevention Day on January 30th, Peggy presented alongside partners from Prevention Resources on "Prevention in All Spaces" - highlighting the prevention work within our faith communities in Hunterdon County. The presentation focused on how to reduce community barriers with creative techniques and methods to reach underserved populations, including rural pockets, LGBTQ+, and the Latino community. During the week, Alison led an impromptu yoga session, "Music a Bridge to the Mind/Body Connection" - illustrating the program, focused on positive coping skills, most recently kicked off at South Hunterdon Regional High School.
Latino Town Hall - Las Posadas
Thank you to all who came out on Tuesday 12/13 to celebrate Las Posadas in Lambertville! One Voice of Hunterdon was happy to partner with Prevention Resources' Positive YOUth, Partnership for Health Drug-Free Task Force and Harvest Family Success Center for this amazing event. The evening included educational information for families on the prevention of prescription drug and alcohol misuse, a wonderful dinner catered by Tacos Cancun and Buenos Dias Cafe, Las Posadas celebration and singing, and pinatas and fun for the kids! We thank Hunterdon Healthcare and HC Department of Health for bringing vital community resources to the event. Much appreciation to Fisherman's Mark for coordinating the venue at Lambertville Academy, Pastor Dan Fenco for his contributions and the Confirmation students of Flemington Presbyterian Church for donating the proceeds of their hat and glove drive to the families!
One Voice Summit Press Release and Videos 2022
Please see our press release from our 2022 One Voice Summit below.
Check out videos of the many wonderful speakers from the event below.
One Voice Summit 2022
Thank you to all who came out and participated in our Annual One Voice Summit yesterday at Beaver Brook! A special thanks to all of our amazing speakers who joined us for this event!
Quarterly Coalition meeting with a special presentation from Rabbi David Levy of the American Jewish Committee addressing Antisemitism
On May 12th. One Voice held their quarterly coalition meeting with a special presentation from Rabbi David Levy of the American Jewish Committee addressing Antisemitism.
Our deep gratitude to Rabbi Levy, Prosecutor Robeson and Assistant Prosecutor Matthew Ah Kao for their dedication to our community in their education, protection and safety.
We invite you to watch the presentation entitled "Antisemitism Training".
Slides from the meeting can be accessed here.
2022 CADCA Conference
Peggy Dowd and Michael Rocco were at the annual CADCA conference (Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America) in National Harbor, MD. They promoted the work of One Voice at an Ideas Fair - talking about how OV has engaged our faith leaders in Hunterdon County in the prevention of substance misuse.
