> From: Doris K. Williams
> Decisions for Health Initiative Coordinator
> 208-885-7234 (dwilliams@uidaho.edu)
>
> The use of coalitions by extension is becoming increasingly
> important. Working through a community group brings more collective
> expertise for tasks that no one agency can manage. Also, using
> coalitions increases grass-roots decision making.
>
> Described below is an FREE, 4-hour training program on developing
> coalitions. If your schedule allow, I would highly recommend the
> experience.
>
> ****************************************************
>
> Community Coalition Training
>
> Training Provided by: Mountain States Group
> Sponsored by: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of
> Health Promotion
>
> There are no problems that a dedicated group of individuals can't
> overcome. If you've seen a community problem you'd like to address
> and would like to learn more about using group strength to do so,
> this training is for you. It also will give you a chance to meet
> others in your community who want to do the same. Through this FREE,
> 4-hour training you will learn:
>
> * The advantages and limitations of a community coalition;
> * The essential steps in forming a coalition;
> * An effective process for identifying coalition members from
> throughout the community;
> * The four stages of group development;
> * Specific tools for leading groups through a consensus-based,
> problem-solving process in forming goals, strategies, and action
> plans; and
> * Concrete ideas for funding the coalition's work within your
> communities.
>
> DATES AND LOCATIONS
>
> The training sessions will be offered in the following cities:
>
> >> Caldwell, May 17, 1995 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, Canyon County
> Courthous, 1115 Albany St.
>
> >> Boise, May 18, 1995 @ 9am - 2 om (lunch will be available for
> purchase), St. Alphonsus McCleary Auditorium, 1055 N. Curtis Rd.
>
> >> Twin Falls, June 16, 1995, @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, Region V
> Department of Health & Welfare Community Room, 601 Poleline Rd.
>
> >> Pocatello, June 14, 1995, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, Southeast District
> Health Department Conference Room, 465 Memorial Dr.
>
> >> Idaho Falls, June 15, 1995, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, District VII
> Health Department, 254 E St.
>
> >> Coeur d'Alene, June 23, 1995, 9 am - 1 pm, location to be
> determined
>
> >> Lewiston, June 22, 1995, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm,
> Helm Convention Center, Idaho Room, 1824 Main St.
>
> Pre-registration is required; registration forms must be received by
> May 10, 1995 for the Caldwell and Boise sites and May 20, 1995 for
> all other locations. For additional information, please call Stella
> Bouldin at (208) 322-4880, ext. 262. Fax: 208-322-3322.
>
> ********************************************************
>
> Registration Form:
>
> Name: __________________________________________________
>
> Title: ___________________________________________________
>
> Organization: _____________________________________________
>
> Address: _________________________________________________
>
> City: _________________________ Zip: _______________________
>
> Telephone: ________________________________________________
>
> I will attend the session in:
>
> ___ Caldwell ____ Boise
>
> ___ Twin Falls ____ Pocatello
>
> ___ Idaho Falls ____ Lewiston
>
> ___ Coeur d'Alene
>
> ___ Check here if you would be able to attend a session at a
> different time but on the same day. (This option may be used if a
> group gets too large.) Seating is limited.
>
> Please help us plan by answering these questions:
>
> Are you now a coalition member?
>
>
> What do you hope to learn at this training?
>
>
>
>
>
> Please return this registration form to:
>
> Mountain States Goup
> Attn: Stella Bouldin
> 950 N. Cole Rd.
> Boise, ID 83704
>