California Adolescent Health Collaborative

CA Strategic Plan

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in Adolescent Health

The health and well-being of California teens has a major impact on the overall social and economic health of our state. Today’s teens are tomorrow’s workforce, parents, and leaders, and their future is shaped by the opportunities we create for them today. Most parents make significant personal investments in their children’s future. Yet as a society, we are not making the investments necessary to ensure the health and well-being of all of our youth.

Why is adolescent health a critical issue in California?

• Adolescent health problems result in great personal, social, and monetary costs.
• California’s adolescent population is growing, especially in communities where needs are greatest.
• Adolescence offers an opportunity for prevention.
• We can make a difference.

More from CA’s Strategic Plan

Confidentiality Rights and Minor Consent Issues in Adolescent Mental Health DVD Now Available. Click here to order online.

The much anticipated DVD of the popular Confidentiality and Minor Consent Training is now available. This training was consistently rated very highly by attendees in evaluations, and it is now available for purchase for $19.99 plus shipping and handling per DVD. Contact Robin Kirkpatrick at robink@californiateenhealth.org for more information.

Order the DVD Online

Adolescent Health Conference
September 18 & 19, 2008
Click here for more info.

Adolescent Health Conference 2008: Transforming Services, Transforming Communities

Welcome to the 2008 Adolescent Health Conference, “Youth Issues 2008: Transforming Services, Transforming Communities,” This conference is coordinated by the Adolescent Health Collaborative and will give you opportunities to challenge your thinking, collaborate with your colleagues, and join in creative problem solving to address the issues of youth.

The conference will be held on September 18 & 19, 2008 at
The Center for Healthy Communities
The California Endowment
1000 N. Alameda
Los Angeles, CA