OCI Advisory Committees

Goals of the Advisory Committee

Advisory Committees work toward several key goals:‍

1. Advise on strategies to help coalitions integrate prevention science and evidence-informed frameworks into their daily work.
2. Identify specific needs in knowledge and skills to inform curriculum development.
3. Ensuring all OCI content aligns with prevention science and coalition best practices.
4. Prioritize cultural relevance by ensuring content and resources are applicable to all coalitions, regardless of stage of development, location, size or area of focus.

Key Principles for an Effective Advisory Committee

Advisory Committees are governed by three guiding principles:‍

1. Transparency: All actions are accountable to the community.
2. Collaboration: Working respectfully with partners and members.
3. Respect: Remaining responsive to the needs of all members.

Membership is open to individuals who are committed to strengthening Ohio’s community coalition infrastructure and advancing data-driven prevention and coalition best practices.

Joining an Advisory Committee

Advisory Committee members serve a volunteer term through September 30, 2026, and may be reappointed as appropriate. Individuals interested in learning more about advisory committee opportunities should contact OCI@ohio.edu.