Prevention Advisory Coalition

Prevention Advisory Coalition – Uintah

Coalition Coordinator: Rafe Dudley

Prevention Advisory Coalition – Union

Coalition Coordinator: Achell Fowler

Who We Are:

We are local community members that includes parents, teachers, law enforcement, local businesses, religious leaders, health providers and other community activists with the united goal of preventing substance misuse. Our mission is to educate, advocate, and support our community in preventing substance use and promoting healthy lifestyles through collaboration and coordinated local resources.

We strive to prevent substance use and improve mental health for our youth by reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors through evidence-based programs and strategies, while providing access to prevention tools and resources to all members of our community.

The Prevention Advisory Coalition honored Stewart’s Marketplace and Juvenile Justice & Youth Services for their longstanding commitment to our community.

It is an absolute honor to stand here and celebrate someone whose heart, passion and dedication have truly made a difference. It has been a privilege to have been able to not only work closely with her but to also learn so much from her.

In a world that often moves too fast, she reminds us of what truly matters and that is community, culture and family. Through her tireless work she has built bridges by connecting people, uplifting others and preserving the beauty of the Spanish heritage.

Her leadership in our community has inspired countless others to give back, to lend a hand and to take pride in their accomplishments. Whether it is planning events, organizing a family activity or highlighting any culture in the community, she brings her warmth, compassion and strengths in everything she does.

But beyond all of her accomplishments, what stands out the most is her heart and the way she treats everyone like family.

I am giving this award to Yvette not only for what she has done but for who she is and that she reminds us every day that if we all care for our community, take pride in our culture and cherish our families like she does, this world would be stronger and kinder.

Award given by PAC Union Chairperson, Achell Fowler.

We would like to recognize Mindy Merrell for her hard work and dedication to the youth and families of our community.

Mindy works tirelessly to increase the protective factors for the students of Uintah County and is an advocate for implementing prevention science into our school system.

Mindy was instrumental in bringing the SHARP survey back to the Uintah School District and in bringing the teen center to Uintah High School.

She has regularly attended PAC for many years and has made a significant contribution to the prevention efforts in our community.

We are grateful to have her as a member of the coalition.

Award given by PAC Uintah Chairperson, Rafe Dudley.

We use the Communities that Care (CTC) framework to guide our coalition structure and processes. Using prevention science, CTC promotes healthy youth development, improves youth outcomes, and reduces problem behaviors.

We hold monthly coalition meetings at the Vernal and Roosevelt Northeastern Counseling Center offices.