Activities may include athletics, art, music and community-service projects. Approach - A set of prevention strategies that typify a specific plan of action. Separate entities working together and sharing resources to accomplish a common purpose. Coalitions are sometimes also called collaboratives. A group of individuals who share cultural and social experiences within a common jurisdiction.
Coalitions often collaborate and have membership that includes a governmental entity.
Coalitions and community action groups have been found to be effective when the active support of opinion makers, advocates and volunteers are enlisted and utilized. These people become effective spokespersons for the issues addressed. Advocates are professionals who can impact the audience for community action initiatives. Volunteers are individuals, or members of other community groups that perform the tasks needed for implementing the actions of the coalition. A strong volunteer pool is essential for a group s success.