Introducing: Dirigo Empowerment Institute
Because prevention is not just what I write about—it's what I help build.
Dear Readers,
If you've been following The Radical Preventionist, you know this space is where I provide commentary and critique on the current state of national affairs from the perspective of a prevention scientist. It has been an opportunity for me to exercise the political and policy side of me. However, as much of a policy guy I am, I am still at heart a prevention specialist. Also, as a quasi-fired federal worker, I also need to focus on the side of my career that can generate income. And so beyond the commentary, I am also rolling up my sleeves and continuing to work in the prevention field.
That’s where my new consulting practice comes in.
🧭 Dirigo Empowerment Institute, LLC is my consulting and training business, where I partner with prevention professionals, coalitions, institutes of higher learning, and other organizations to strengthen programs, build capacity, and drive innovation.
Through Dirigo, I offer:
✳️ Prevention Science Trainings & Webinars
✳️ Cannabis Policy & Prevention Technical Assistance
✳️ Public Speaking: Conference Keynotes, Plenaries, and Workshops
✳️ Strategic Planning and Work Plan Development
✳️ Grant Writing and Grant Management
If you're part of an organization doing the hard work of prevention, or you know someone who is—I'd love to connect. Already I’ve been able to work with some amazing organizations and institutions such as Rutgers University, ADEPT Educational Institute of Maine, Inc., the New England Prevention Technology Transfer Center, and Lesley University.
My goal is to support this field with the same values I write about here: dignity, empathy, and innovation.
🔗 Learn more at www.dirigoempowerment.com
In solidarity and prevention,
Scott M. Gagnon, MPP, PS-C
Founder, Dirigo Empowerment Institute, LLC
Author, The Radical Preventionist