NECAPT strengthens the capacity of state and local agencies to implement evidence-based alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse prevention policies, programs, and strategies for youth and their families in 11 northeastern states. Using information and communications technology, NECAPT augments face-to-face professional development so that states and local communities can put new research evidence into practice. Materials and technical assistance are also available.
Director: Tania García
Duration: 1997–
Website: http://captus.samhsa.gov/northeast/northeast.cfm
Funders: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention