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  1. The National Prevention Science Coalition (NPSC) is the leading voice in promoting the transformation of knowledge from prevention science into effective and sustainable practices, systems and policies. We work together with legislators, regulators and allied groups to place prevention at the center of important policy debates on trauma, poverty and violence and other critical issues related to inequality, disadvantage and injustice. We have been working diligently for the last six years to build NPSC into a platform to amplify our members’ voices in framing the narrative on effective prevention responses to the challenges faced by our most vulnerable populations. NPSC has become widely recognized as a leader in disseminating and translating prevention science to policymakers. We do this by creating specific guidance and action steps to make policymakers legislative agendas actionable. To imbed this process into decision-making, we have launched a Congressional Prevention Policy Caucus on Capitol Hill—with sponsor Rep. Donna Shalala (D-FL) along with other legislative members—to ensure that prevention is at the forefront of national policy and legislation. The Caucus further provides a mechanism for our members to have direct input. If you are in a position to support us, your voice can help us frame the narrative on effective national responses to the challenges faced by our most vulnerable populations. Annual dues for NPSC are: $149 for working professionals $69 for early career professionals $39 for students $49 for Retirees $500 for institutional members including two individual memberships and a variety of promotional opportunities JOIN HERE: https://www.npscoalition.org/join-membership Membership Benefits Include: 1st opportunity to register to our congressional events focusing on timely policies/topics (see prior events) Platform to engage & leverage government relationships through our newly formed Congressional Prevention Policy Caucus Discounts to our upcoming conferences Access to educational/white papers on a broad range of evidence-based policies that reflect prevention science ideas & ideals Access to scholarly presentations from our board members on a variety of prevention science related topics Access to webinars on violence prevention through our speakers' bureau hosted by the NPSC Violence Prevention Working Group Network with individuals who value and actively work to promote prevention and research-based evidence for improving social conditions via Basecamp Forums & FAQ library (e.g. NPSC members only forum on how to disseminate your research to policy makers) Quarterly newsletter Opportunities to disseminate policy briefs, research papers, and deliverables to policy, research and practice communities through various channels. Opportunity to leverage the NPSC, a premiere national authority on prevention science, to broaden the reach of your research and advocacy There is real policy momentum for prevention right now, and with your help, we can be a voice for change!
  2. Organization Overview: The National Prevention Science Coalition to Improve Lives (NPSC) is a non-profit organization made up of scientists, educators, practitioners and clinicians, policy makers, foundation representatives, and affiliated organizations. We work in a nonpartisan manner with Congressional offices and Caucuses, and collaborate with like-minded groups and federal agency administrators (e.g., NIH, SAMHSA, ONDCP, OJJDP, CDC) in a mutual advisory capacity. Coalition members share a common goal of promoting validated science-based findings to wide-scale effective implementation of prevention practices and policies to improve the lives of children, adolescents, their families and communities. We work across sectors to address challenges in mental and behavioral health, education, poverty, juvenile and criminal justice, adverse environmental influences and social conditions that contribute to chronic illness and social ills. Our work includes congressional briefings, major projects, and informative products such as policy papers, op-eds, and fact sheets for the public and private sectors. Job Qualifications Accepting an undergraduate/graduate student or volunteer interested in public policy, federal advocacy, and any areas of our concern (see above). Candidate must have excellent research, organization, oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Prevention Science and an interest in poverty concerns is required. Preference will be given to those who live in the D.C. area since travel to Congress at times would be helpful, though not a necessity. Job Description The student or volunteer will work closely with all members of the NPSC policy committee. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Assist our policy related efforts by: Conducting relevant research (e.g. tracking federal legislation, monitoring “google alerts” for potential leads), Contacting Congressional staffers via phone/email and providing our informative materials, Organizing and attending meetings between staffers in order to promote ideas related to our mission, Organizing and attending events such as congressional briefings, hearings, and Capitol Hill days. Develop policy-related fact sheets, op-eds, and policy briefs on topics related to our mission, specifically poverty. Provide staff with support in research and analysis of various topics, organizations, and key players in the field. Attend conferences, briefings, and forums as a representative of the NPSC. Assist with our newly developed poverty project Provide any other support to the Co-Directors and staff as needed. Anticipated Time Commitment (hours per week): Minimum 5 hours per week (volunteer); minimum 10 hours per week (student) Compensation: If you are applying as a volunteer, this position is unpaid. If you are a student, you may receive credit. Location: Candidate may work from home. However, preference may be given to someone that is able to travel to D.C. If travel is needed, the candidate will be reimbursed for all associated costs. Expected START DATE: Students will be hired for employment on the academic semester schedule for fall, winter, or spring terms. Volunteers will be accepted at any time. Expected END DATE: One semester for a student; No end date for a volunteer Organization URL (includes links to Facebook and Twitter): www.npscoalition.org Application Procedure: Please send a resume, list of references, and cover letter expressing interest in the position by email to Dr. Neil Wollman at Nwollman@bentley.edu. Application deadline is rolling.
  3. Organization Overview: The National Prevention Science Coalition to Improve Lives (NPSC) is a non-profit organization made up of scientists, educators, practitioners and clinicians, policy makers, foundation representatives, and affiliated organizations. We work in a nonpartisan manner with Congressional offices and Caucuses, and collaborate with like-minded groups and federal agency administrators (e.g., NIH, SAMHSA, ONDCP, OJJDP, CDC) in a mutual advisory capacity. Coalition members share a common goal of promoting validated science-based findings to wide-scale effective implementation of prevention practices and policies to improve the lives of children, adolescents, their families and communities. We work across sectors to address challenges in mental and behavioral health, education, poverty, juvenile and criminal justice, adverse environmental influences and social conditions that contribute to chronic illness and social ills. Our work includes congressional briefings, major projects, and informative products such as policy papers, op-eds, and fact sheets for the public and private sectors. Job Qualifications Accepting an undergraduate/graduate student or volunteer interested in public policy, federal advocacy, and any areas of our concern (see above). Candidate must have excellent research, organization, oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Prevention Science and an interest in poverty concerns is required. Preference will be given to those who live in the D.C. area since travel to Congress at times would be helpful, though not a necessity. Job Description The student or volunteer will work closely with all members of the NPSC policy committee. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Assist our policy related efforts by: Conducting relevant research (e.g. tracking federal legislation, monitoring “google alerts” for potential leads), Contacting Congressional staffers via phone/email and providing our informative materials, Organizing and attending meetings between staffers in order to promote ideas related to our mission, Organizing and attending events such as congressional briefings, hearings, and Capitol Hill days. Develop policy-related fact sheets, op-eds, and policy briefs on topics related to our mission, specifically poverty. Provide staff with support in research and analysis of various topics, organizations, and key players in the field. Attend conferences, briefings, and forums as a representative of the NPSC. Assist with our newly developed poverty project Provide any other support to the Co-Directors and staff as needed. Anticipated Time Commitment (hours per week): Minimum 5 hours per week (volunteer); minimum 10 hours per week (student) Compensation: If you are applying as a volunteer, this position is unpaid. If you are a student, you may receive credit. Location: Candidate may work from home. However, preference may be given to someone that is able to travel to D.C. If travel is needed, the candidate will be reimbursed for all associated costs. Expected START DATE: Students will be hired for employment on the academic semester schedule for fall, winter, or spring terms. Volunteers will be accepted at any time. Expected END DATE: One semester for a student; No end date for a volunteer Organization URL (includes links to Facebook and Twitter): www.npscoalition.org Application Procedure: Please send a resume, list of references, and cover letter expressing interest in the position by email to Dr. Neil Wollman at Nwollman@bentley.edu. Application deadline is rolling.
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