Indiana Strategic Prevention Framework

Project 1825 is funded through a State Incentive Grant which adheres to guidelines as set forth by the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF). The Strategic Prevention Framework (see graphic below) is a process guide for prevention professionals and community stakeholders to follow when planning and implementing prevention initiatives for their community.

It is a five step process that encompasses the best practices of prevention and is designed to bring community stakeholders together in collaboration through various workgroups. Key ideas include a lifespan focus, community-level change, data driven decision making, and the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based programs.

The SPF requires communities to systematically:

1. Assess their prevention needs based on epidemiological data,
2. Build their prevention capacity,
3. Develop a strategic plan,
4. Implement effective community prevention programs, policies and practices
5. Evaluate their efforts for outcomes.