NotMYkid, a non-profit dedicated to inspiring positive life choices by educating individuals and communities about the consequences of destructive youth behaviors, has hired Kristen Polin as program director.
Kristen joins the leadership team and will oversee the development and implementation of new and existing community and school-based programs throughout Arizona and new communities across the country.
Kristen has over 20 years of experience working in prevention and wellness and recently wrapped up a successful tenure with Community Bridges Inc. (CBI) for the past 17 years. As CBI’s vice president of community relations & development, she was responsible for all agency public affairs, community development projects and prevention efforts throughout the State of Arizona. Kristen remains active with numerous substance abuse collaborations; specializes in high level training for emergency responders; and provides seminars for law enforcement, school districts, parents and the business community regarding best practice prevention and treatment service delivery. Her passion and roots are grounded in prevention and building high impact programs that empower youth and families.
She says, “The important work of prevention is without a doubt, my true calling in life. I am honored to have this exciting opportunity to serve our communities with the entire notMYkid team.”
Kristen holds a Master of Arts in Education Degree in Program Management from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Studies from Ithaca College in New York.
