Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America
Wisconsin-the 2009 CADCA Outstanding State Member Award Winner

Concerned Citizens Coalition on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse

Contact Information

Patricia Demos
Kenosha Unified School District
8518 22nd Avenue
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53143

262.942.2257
262.942.2169 FAX

Guida Brown
HOPE Council, Inc.
5942-6th Avenue
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53140

262) 658-8166 ext. 29
(262) 658-8210 FAX

http://www.hopecouncil.org

Alliance Information

Alliance Code: UKE-187
Number of Members: 77

Established August 1st, 1987

Vision Statement

We will actively work toward the acceptance of a diverse and healthy community that recognized the negative impact of alcohol and other drug abuse. To accomplish this, we must join hands to: -Promote positive environments; -Coordinate AODA prevention efforts; -Encourage healthy lifestyles that are sensitive to the various ethnic, cultural, and other special populations within the communities located in Kenosha County.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Concerned Citizens Coalition on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse for Greater Kenosha is to eliminate substance abuse in Kenosha County by coordinating educational programs, events, and resources so that families engage in healthy lifestyles.

Goal and Objectives

The CCC will: -Further develop the Teen Task Force, a group of youth from various areas of Kenosha County. Their mission is to: 1) Provide a safe and healthy environment as an alternative to teen alcohol and other drug use/abuse; 2) Increase ATOD prevention education to youth and to offer experiences where youth become peer leaders in the field of prevention; 3) Serve the community in which they live; 4) Train youth to lead ATOD prevention programs with children and youth; 5) Instill cooperative skills and competencies; 6) Provide peer-to-peer assistance and mentoring opportunities to enhance positive youth development. -Strengthen AOD prevention by supporting and assisting with programs and resources for youth, families, and community residents. -Maintain Drug-Free School Zone signs. -Co-sponsor the annual Kenosha County Red Ribbon Campaign and assist with the annual Kenosha County ATOD Awareness Week activities with the Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Program (KUSD). -Build CCC capacity.

Regular Meetings

Board of Directors meets six times a year plus which icludes an annual Coalition meeting. The Teen Task Force meets twice a month.

Funding Sources

The CCC is a DFC grantee. The CCC receives in-kind contributions from education, small business, law enforcement, and a local agency assists with ATOD resources and programs. BFI funding supports the Teen Task Force Advisor and management team during the community service project. Community Foundation and local service groups help to support annual programs and activities. Support from the Brighters Future Initiative provides a part-time Advisor. Kemper Center, a county government owned park and meeting/conference area, provides space for the teens to meet.

Activities or Programming

  • Mentoring programs
  • Community education programs
  • Alternative activities
  • Youth Leadership training
  • Asset development
  • Public education and training
  • Community organizing or mobilizing
  • Environmental or "cultural change" strategies
  • Parenting programs
  • Networking sessions
  • Alcohol Compliance Checks

Groups Involved

  • K-12 Schools
  • School Clubs and Organizations
  • Parents/PTA/PTO/Parent groups
  • Adolescents/Teenagers
  • Senior Citizens
  • Law Enforcement
  • Justice/Courts
  • Legal/Attorneys
  • Job Centers
  • Social Services
  • AODA Services
  • Mental Health Services
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Volunteer Organizations
  • Community Action Agencies
  • Youth Organizations
  • Faith Communities
  • Healthcare/Medical
  • 51.42 Boards
  • Elected Officials
  • Businesses
  • Chambers of Commerce
  • Governing Boards or Councils (school, city, county, village, etc.)
  • County Extension (4-H, Family Living)
  • The Kenosha Community Foundation

Affiliations and Memberships

  • Brighter Futures Initiative (BFI)
  • Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America(CADCA)
  • University of Wisconsin Extension (4-H, Family Living)
  • Drug Free Communities Support Program
  • Drug Free Communities Support Grant

Targeted Outcomes

  • Substance abuse prevention
  • Drinking or drugged while driving
  • Positive youth development
  • Asset development