In-Focus Video: Faith-Based Partnerships

In-Focus videos are short, on-demand videos that highlight key topics to support your work. The second release, In-Focus: Faith-Based Partnerships is available and can be viewed below. 

Description: 

This video features a panel discussion on building meaningful partnerships with faith-based communities to support substance use prevention and treatment efforts. Panelists share practical strategies for engagement, highlight the unique role of faith leaders as trusted community figures, and emphasize the importance of sustained collaboration and mutual respect. Viewers will gain insights into overcoming challenges and fostering effective relationships that enhance behavioral health outreach in rural settings. 

Presenters: 

• AJ Ernst, Technical Expert Lead, JBS International
• Lorena Corral, RCORP Project Director (Psychostimulant Support II) at Alcohol and Drug Awareness Center for the Concho Valley
• Shameka Cody, Associate Professor and RCORP Project Director (Implementation IV) at the Capstone College of Nursing at The University of Alabama
• Laurie L. Meschke, Professor of Public Health at the University of Tennessee Knoxville and RCORP Project Director (Implementation IV) for COURAGE: Combatting Opioid Use in Rural Appalachia with Grace and Evidence

The contents in this TA resource are those of the author(s) alone and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, JBS International, HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.