Partner Resources

Coordinate. Share. Strengthen.

Resources for KADEC Partners, Alliances, and Boards

This page supports KADEC partners, county alliances, boards, and collaborating organizations working to strengthen coordinated response across Kansas.

When communities align messaging, share information, and act early, children experience stronger and more consistent systems of care.

Your leadership at the local level makes statewide impact possible.

Coordination is protection.

Who This Page Is For

Whether you are launching outreach materials, hosting trainings, or coordinating cross-sector response, this page is here to support alignment and shared impact.

This resource hub is designed for:

County DEC alliances
KADEC-funded partners and grantees
Local boards and multidisciplinary teams
Community outreach coordinators
Prevention coalitions
Organizations collaborating with KADEC initiatives

No single organization can carry this work alone. Collective clarity strengthens outcomes.

Shared Messaging & Campaign Alignment

Consistency strengthens credibility and builds trust within communities.

As partners develop local materials, we encourage alignment with:

Look Again campaign messaging
Trauma-informed language
Child-centered framing
Non-stigmatizing terminology
Accurate Kansas data

When messaging is consistent across counties, communities receive clearer guidance and stronger signals about coordinated response.

Alignment doesn’t limit local innovation. It ensures that innovation strengthens, rather than fragments, the broader effort.

Downloadable Partner Tools

Use these resources to support outreach, training, and coordinated response efforts in your community.

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Direct crisis helpline links and immediate pathways to help.
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Sharing Local Success & Innovation

Local leadership drives meaningful change.

If your board or alliance has developed:

Prevention materials
Training modules
Safety kits
Community response protocols
Case coordination models
Outreach campaigns

We encourage you to share them.

KADEC may feature:

Downloadable resources
County success stories
Cross-agency coordination examples
Model templates

When partners share what works, communities across Kansas benefit.

Building & Strengthening County Alliance

Strong alliances are built on consistency and collaboration. They often:

Meet regularly
Include cross-sector partners
Share documentation protocols
Coordinate referral pathways
Align on prevention messaging

If your county is:

Launching a new alliance
Expanding membership
Strengthening cross-agency coordination
Seeking guidance on structure or bylaws

KADEC can provide technical assistance and connection to established counties.

You do not need to build in isolation.

Partner Best Practices

Statewide alignment depends on shared standards of care.

Partners are encouraged to:

Use trauma-informed, person-first language
Avoid stigmatizing terminology
Emphasize child safety and stabilization
Coordinate before duplicating services
Refer families to appropriate statewide resources
Maintain confidentiality standards

Partnership is not simply affiliation. It reflects a shared commitment to children and families.

Data & Reporting Alignment

Accurate documentation strengthens coordinated response.

Partners are encouraged to:

Document child presence when appropriate
Track referral outcomes when possible
Share anonymized trend data with KADEC
Identify service gaps in their communities

When data is shared responsibly, it helps guide prevention strategies and funding priorities.

Need Support or Technical Assistance?

If your alliance needs:

Messaging review
Training coordination
Board development guidance
Presentation support
Community engagement strategy
Grant alignment assistance

KADEC can help.
A coordinated network is stronger than an isolated effort.

Frequently Asked Questions for Partners

How do we submit local materials to KADEC?

You may submit materials for review or inclusion by contacting KADEC directly. Early collaboration helps ensure alignment with campaign messaging.

Can we adapt campaign materials for our county?

Yes. Materials may be adapted for local context while maintaining core messaging and trauma-informed standards.

What if our county does not yet have a formal DEC alliance?

KADEC can guide you through initial coordination steps and connect you with established counties for mentorship.

How often should alliances meet?

Meeting frequency varies by county. Many successful alliances meet quarterly, with working groups convening more frequently as needed.

Are partners required to use specific language?

While flexibility is respected, we strongly encourage consistent, child-centered, non-stigmatizing terminology to protect the integrity of the campaign.

Can we request a KADEC speaker or training facilitator?

Yes. KADEC can assist with training coordination and speaking engagements when capacity allows.

Strengthen Coordination in Your Community

Shared tools. Clear language. Coordinated action.

KADEC is a statewide multidisciplinary network formed in 2003 to improve outcomes for children impacted by substance misuse through training, collaboration, and coordinated response.

Statewide impact depends on local leadership.