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how achievement of goals will increase system capacity to support effective
substance abuse and/or mental health services.
• Describe the proposed project activities, how they meet your infrastructure
needs, and how they relate to your goals and objectives. These should align with
Section I-2, Expectations, of this RFA.
• Describe how your Project aligns with SAMHSA’s Strategic Initiative on
Prevention of Substance Abuse and Mental Illness.
• Provide a chart or graph depicting a realistic time line for the entire project period
showing key activities, milestones, and responsible staff. [Note: The time line
should be part of the Project Narrative. It should not be placed in an attachment.]
• Describe the Project Steering Committee including its membership, roles and
functions, and frequency of meetings.
• Describe any other organizations that will participate and their roles and
responsibilities. Demonstrate their commitment to the project. Include letters of
commitment/coordination/support from these community organizations in
Attachment 1 of your application.
• Describe how the proposed project will address the following issues in your
project:
o Demographics – race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, geography, and
socioeconomic status;
o Language and literacy;
o Sexual identity – sexual orientation, gender identity; and
o Disability.
Section C:
Staff, Management, and Relevant Experience (20 points)
• Discuss the capability and experience of the applicant organization and other
participating organizations with similar projects and populations, including
experience in providing culturally appropriate/competent services.
• Provide a complete list of staff positions for the project, including the Project
Director and other key personnel, showing the role of each and their level of
effort and qualifications.
• Discuss how key staff have demonstrated experience and are qualified to
develop the infrastructure for the population(s) to receive services and are
familiar with their culture(s) and language(s).
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