The arizona-based chicanos POR LA causa will administer two evidence-based programs that IT already offers in several arizona counties to reach up to 250 youth and 150 families/caregivers in…

The arizona-based chicanos POR LA causa will administer two evidence-based programs that IT already offers in several arizona counties to reach up to 250 youth and 150 families/caregivers in maricopa county. The two programs are: 1) project towards no drugs abuse (project TND) and 2) active parenting of teens: families in action (active parenting). Chicanos POR LA causas parenting arizona program will administer the project. Implementation of the project TND and active parenting curricula will include the following elements: community outreach, education, prevention initiatives tailored to each clients unique needs, counseling, peer support, service referrals and system navigation, and collaboration with community partners. Expected outcomes include: 1) measurable reductions in family conflict, 2) decreased motivation among youth to use alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs;,3) decrease in youth substance abuse and risky behaviors, and 4) measurable improvement in positive parenting practices.