May 17, 2022
“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”
— Maya Angelou
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
MCSAP wants to take time to recognize that May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. At MCSAP we strive to end stigma and provide community support and education about mental health and wellness.Hear what MCSAP's Mental Health and Wellness Coordinator Gloria has to say about the month here.

Community Advocates is hosting free workshops for individuals who work or live in Milwaukee County to improve emotional literacy and provide better access to services. These trainings include:

  • Mental Health First Aid for Adults
  • Mental Health First Aid for Adults Who Work with Youth
  • QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Trainings
  • Practical Verbal De-Escalation Techniques

You can find details of our trainings on PPI's online calendar.


If you are interested in a workshop for your organization or community members, please contact me at akohn@commnityadvocates.net to help get you set up with these FREE trainings.


MCSAP Coalition Meeting
May 26, 12-1:30pm
I am looking forward to seeing you all virtually on
May 26 from 12-1:30 pm.
You can find the zoom link here

During this meeting we will discuss:
-MCSAP's impact in 2021
-Real estate project for medication drop boxes
-Marijuana legislation presentation coordination
-Overdose Awareness Day event committee
-Mental Health and Wellness Committee meeting
-Volunteer opportunities (Hayat Pharmacy)
-Update on rebranding
-Creation of Whip-it Survey
-Creation of youth-led coalition


Addiction and Stigmatizing Language presentation here

Whip-it Project presentation here

Whip-it Presentation here


If you have any questions or concerns, please email akohn@communityadvocates.net

Will you be joining us for our coalition meeting?
LOCATION
Zoom

DATE AND TIME
05/26/22 12:00pm - 05/26/22 1:30pm

I'll be there!
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Reduction of Alcohol Outlet Density Project

MCSAP is working with Tamika Glenn (53206 DFC coordinator), Jamaal Smith (Community Injury and Violence Prevention Manager) and Maureen Busalacchi (Director, Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project) on ways to promote community members to advocate for their neighborhoods in terms of zoning regulations (for alcohol outlets such as bars and liquor stores) and to be advocates of approval or denial of current or new liquor licenses. We want you to be a part of this conversation and help make an environmental change by reducing the number of alcohol outlets in Milwaukee County.

We will be hosting a training on how to promote community change and navigate the alcohol licensing process this Thursday from 3-4:30 p.m.

If you are interested please fill out this Google form. 

Next, we invite you all to Kitchen Table Talks (a community forum) at 2320 W. Burleigh St. from 12-2 p.m. on May 24, where will be talking to community members on how to advocate for their neighborhood and their surrounding liquor outlets (bar and liquor stores). Free food will be served.

If you are interested in attending let me know using the poll below and I will add you to the calendar invite. 
Are you coming to Kitchen Table Talks?
LOCATION
2320 W Burleigh St

DATE AND TIME
05/24/22 12:00pm - 05/24/22 2:00pm

I'll be there!
Maybe
I can't make it
Lunch Time Discussion: Mental Health in Milwaukee
Foundations of Harm Reduction
Free Training
Volunteer Opportunity:
PrideFest Tabling Volunteer Opportunity
June is quickly approaching and we are excited to be able to be back on the Summerfest grounds for
PrideFest Milwaukee's 25th celebration!
 
We will have a table in the Health & Wellness area and are looking for volunteers for Friday, June 3, and Saturday, June 4. Volunteers will receive free admission and a
City of Milwaukee Tobacco-Free Alliance fanny pack!
 
To see available volunteer times and sign up,
please click here!
Resource of the Month:
 Community Advocates
Mental Health and Wellness Resource Guide
Check out the 50+ page resource guide developed by Community Advocates here
Check Out MCSAP’s Website
MCSAP has upgraded and enhanced our website with new resources, videos, calendar, and blog to provide better engagement with our partners and community members. Take a look at mcsapcoalition.org. And don’t forget to Like MCSAP on Facebook, where you’ll find continually updated news and resources.
DEA Alert: Fake Pills
September 27, 2021 – The US Drug Enforcement Administration warns the American public of the alarming increase in the lethality and availability of fake prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine. International and domestic criminal drug networks are mass-producing fake pills, falsely marketing them as legitimate prescription pills, and killing unsuspecting Americans.

Pills purchased outside of a licensed pharmacy are illegal, dangerous, and potentially lethal. This alert does not apply to legitimate pharmaceutical medications prescribed by medical professionals and dispensed by pharmacists. Click here to learn more.
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