Northeast > Resources > About the SPF

• What is the SPF?

• What is a State Epidemiological Workgroup (SEW)?

• The Steps of the SPF:

Step 1. Assessment
Profile population needs, resources, and readiness to address needs and
gaps

Step 2. Capacity
Mobilize and/or build capacity to address needs

Step 3. Planning
Develop a comprehensive strategic plan

Step 4. Implementation
Implement evidence-based prevention programs and activities

Step 5. Evaluation
Monitor, evaluate, sustain, and improve or replace those elements that
fail

• Additional Considerations
  
  Cultural Competence
  
  Sustainablity