The Community Coalition Action Theory (CCAT) Training of Trainers, coordinated by Prevention Action Alliance (PAA), is made possible with funding from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
This funding provides an opportunity for community coalition leaders to develop and enhance their understanding of the CCAT model while acquiring specific content delivery expertise and presentation strategies. This grant opportunity is intended to increase the number of coalition trainers across the state and to support emerging and new coalition leaders as they work to address their specific community’s needs. The Ohio Coalition Institute and Prevention Action Alliance seek experienced coalition leaders to serve as coaches and facilitators for a statewide training initiative. Coaches will play a vital role in building capacity and providing guidance to coalition members across the state through structured training sessions and ongoing support.
There will be 8 – 10 Ohio Coalition Institute Coaches selected to participate in this opportunity.
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in coalition leadership and community engagement
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills in virtual setting
- Ability to effectively coach and mentor others
- Excellent communication skills across multiple platforms (in-person, virtual, written)
- Reliable access to technology for virtual sessions
- Availability to fulfill all time commitments
Important Dates
- Monday, May 12, 2025
- Application shared with potential candidates
- Friday, May 23, 2025
- Application due to Prevention Action Alliance
- Wednesday, June 4, 2025
- Candidates are notified
- Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 5PM EST
- Signed contracts and documentation due to Prevention Action Alliance
- Monday & Tuesday, June 12-13, 2025
- Selected coaches attend mandatory in-person Coaches Orientation and Training (TOT)
Application Documents
Webinar Recording and Documents
Below are the links to the May 12, 2025, Community Coalition Action Theory (CCAT) webinar recording, presentation slides, and supporting documents referenced during the session.
We encourage you to review these materials to help determine whether you’d like to apply for the upcoming CCAT Training-of-Trainers RFA.
Below are documents needed to apply for the Community Coalition Action Theory (CCAT) – Training of Trainers RFA
- 5.12.2025 | CCAT Webinar Recording
- CCAT Webinar Presentation Slides
- Coalition Lifecycle Assessment
- Case Study: Healthy Futures Coalition
The Community Coalition Action Theory (CCAT) – Training of Trainers is made available through Prevention Action Alliance by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
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