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Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Strength in Seeking Help

We’re moving away from the harmful responses to men speaking up about their mental health, such as “man up,” “boys don’t cry,” or “suck it up.” Our communities continue to learn...

Mental Health Awareness Month: Five Ways to Prioritize Your Wellness in Everyday Life

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Here at Makin’ It Happen, every month is about mental health awareness, but nonetheless…. We are taking this opportunity to challenge YOU!...

National Fentanyl Awareness Day

April 29th is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Fentanyl, when used in a medical environment, is dosed meticulously and regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Illicit...

What’s The Deal with Unregulated Substances?

What's all this talk about unregulated substances? What is an unregulated substance? Don’t worry. We’ll break it down. An unregulated substance has little to no regulation by law...

Makin’ It Happen Is Teaming Up With Fallon’s Furniture and La-Z-Boy Manchester from March 15th – April 30th!

At Makin’ It Happen, we always want your comfort to be a priority, both mentally and physically. Beginning March 15th and running through April 30th, 2026, Fallon’s Furniture and...

OUT NOW! Life of a Teen Season Two Episode One

Season 2 of Life of a Teen kicks off with a conversation about New Hampshire’s new bell to bell cell phone ban, a statewide policy prohibiting students from using mobile devices...

Be a Mental Health Ambassador with Makin’ It Happen!

Calling all client-facing service professionals! Hair stylists, barbers, tattoo artists, estheticians, massage therapists, and anyone dedicated to creating meaningful client...

YW&PC Spotlight: New Futures!

This December our spotlight is on New Futures! As the legislative session approaches, it’s important for community members to understand how policy shapes the health and...

October 23-31 is Red Ribbon Week!

Each year, on October 23-31, individuals, schools, and communities across the United States show their commitment to a healthy, drug-free lifestyle by wearing or displaying the...

New Name, New Look, and Even More Resources: Welcome to Makin’ It Happen’s Resource Hub!

New name, new look, and even more resources. Introducing Makin’ It Happen’s Resource Hub! Starting, or staying on track with your journey to better health can feel overwhelming....

Spreading Hope Through Stories: My Recovery Gallery’s Festival Debut

My Recovery Gallery debuted at the 2025 Hope Recovery Festival and made a significant impact through its first public appearance. The Hope Festival was bustling with energy from...

Addiction Policy Forum & Makin’ It Happen Online Courses are LIVE!

Makin’ It Happen and The Addiction Policy Forum are thrilled to announce that our online, self-paced courses are LIVE! These courses include Understanding Overdose Risk and...

Up-and-Coming: Clip the Stigma

Makin’ It Happen is excited to be developing a new initiative designed to break down stigma and build resiliency among individuals working in direct service businesses throughout...

Addiction Policy Forum Multilingual Guides

The Greater Manchester area is home to a diverse community speaking a wide array of languages. One challenge some members of this community face is the lack of resources...