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Prevention Insight’s Alternative Community Events (ACE) Framework

The Alternative Community Event (ACE) Framework listed under Alternative Events and Activities was developed by Prevention Insights, part of the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington. The ACE Framework is a structured, evidence-informed model designed to enhance community health and wellness initiatives. ACE provides communities with the tools, resources, and guidance they need to create sustainable, impactful events that reduce substance use and promote mental health. For more information, contact Prevention Insights’ Technical Assistance Team at tahelp@iu.edu.

The Alternative Community Events (ACE) Framework supports a diverse array of activities and services that promote positive norms, messaging, skill development, and community connection. It is designed to enhance mental health, raise awareness, combat stigma, foster positive youth development, and advance community health and well-being, including substance use prevention. The framework encompasses events that engage families, youth, and priority populations, providing safe, constructive alternatives that strengthen community bonds and support overall wellness; a few examples of ACEs include substance-free events, organized recreational trips, dances and parties, leadership activities, integration with services at community drop-in centers, and community service activities.

 

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