ISSUP POSTER FOR EUSPR 2024: Lessons Learned from the INEP Plus Spanish Language Version: Adapting Prevention Training for Spanish-Speaking Participants

From September 11th to 13th, 2024, the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP) participated in the European Society for Prevention Research (EUSPR) Conference held in Cremona, Italy.

The poster titled “Facilitators, Challenges, and Lessons Learnt from INEP Plus Spanish Language Version: Adapting Prevention Training for Spanish-Speaking Participants” and co-authored by Rasha Abi Hana, Rachele Donini, Jeff Lee, and José Luis Benítez Villa, highlighted findings from the Introduction to Evidence-Based Prevention (INEP) Plus Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) involving Spanish-speaking participants. 

The INEP Plus Spanish language pilot underscores the importance of culturally relevant content, clear replication guidelines, and effective facilitation. Despite these specific focuses, the program demonstrates remarkable flexibility, making it adaptable to other languages and valuable in diverse settings. These lessons will guide the adaptation of future training programs at ISSUP, enhancing their applicability and impact across different cultural contexts.

For more information about INEP Plus, please visit the ISSUP website at: https://www.issup.net/training/inepplus