Regional Network Coordinator Response (n=11) Number Percent Our diversion program(s): Have not connected with our Regional Network 3 27.3% Occasionally attend Regional Network meetings 2 18.2% Frequently attend Regional Network meetings 3 27.3% Participated in regional planning efforts 3 27.3% Have utilized us to open communication channels with key community leaders 1 9.1% Requested letters of support or commitment for grant applications 2 18.2% Other/Comments: 6 54.5% The following additional comments were provided: - staff from diversion agency participates in some local SMP coalitions. Would welcome increased “Unsure participation on regional level and with PH initiatives!” behalf of Restorative Justice, CADY participated in prior regional network meetings and advocated for “On funding. The former regional network did not identify diversion as a regional strategy in its strategic planning efforts.” a new Coordinator for the Region, I am unaware of how deeply connected (if so) we are with our “As diversion programs.” to Prevention was substantially involved in advocating for financial support for the diversion “Bridges program. We are a new region but are inheriting those relationships.” are connected on a very minimal level - I am not sure they are aware of how the Regional Network “We System could be of assistance.” is room for improvement in all these areas.” “There It is important for diversion programs to avail themselves of regional support. Regional Network Coordinators responded that they are Derry Nashua Region County Country willing to provide assistance to community-based diversion Region Valley programs in the following ways: Monadnock Manchester North Greater Greater CADY Capital Carroll United Greater Communities Seacoast Strafford Consult with diversion programs around accessing key community leaders and elected officials Host/facilitate meeting with key community leaders to promote diversion Host/facilitate meeting with elected officials to promote diversion Include diversion program outcomes in regional newsletter or web site provided Include link to/blurb about diversion program on Regional Network web site Include workshop on diversion programming during response regional conference No Include funding for diversion program in regional grant proposal Provide letters of support or commitment for grant applications Additional Suggestions to Improve Visibility
Regional Network Coordinator Response (n=11) Our diversion program(s): Number Percent Have not connected with our Regional Network 3 27.3% Occasionally attend Regional Network meetings 2 18.2% Frequently attend Regional Network meetings 3 27.3% Participated in regional planning efforts 3 27.3% Have utilized us to open communication channels with key community leaders 1 9.1% Requested letters of support or commitment for grant applications 2 18.2% Other/Comments: 6 54.5% The following additional comments were provided: “Unsure - staff from diversion agency participates in some local SMP coalitions. Would welcome increased participation on regional level and with PH initiatives!” “On behalf of Restorative Justice, CADY participated in prior regional network meetings and advocated for funding. The former regional network did not identify diversion as a regional strategy in its strategic planning efforts.” “As a new Coordinator for the Region, I am unaware of how deeply connected (if so) we are with our diversion programs.” “Bridges to Prevention was substantially involved in advocating for financial support for the diversion program. We are a new region but are inheriting those relationships.” “We are connected on a very minimal level - I am not sure they are aware of how the Regional Network System could be of assistance.” “There is room for improvement in all these areas.” It is important for diversion programs to avail themselves of regional support. Regional Network Coordinators responded that they are willing to provide assistance to community-based diversion programs in the following ways: CADY Capital Region Carroll County Communities United Greater Derry Greater Manchester Greater Nashua Monadnock North Country Region Seacoast Strafford Valley Consult with diversion programs around accessing key community leaders and elected officials No response provided Host/facilitate meeting with key community leaders to promote diversion Host/facilitate meeting with elected officials to promote diversion Include diversion program outcomes in regional newsletter or web site Include link to/blurb about diversion program on Regional Network web site Include workshop on diversion programming during regional conference Include funding for diversion program in regional grant proposal Provide letters of support or commitment for grant applications Additional Suggestions to Improve Visibility