In the capacity-building phase of the SPF, what is prioritized?

In the capacity-building phase of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), the main focus is on mobilizing resources. This phase is critical for establishing the necessary infrastructure to support effective prevention efforts. Mobilizing resources involves engaging stakeholders, drawing on community assets, and ensuring that there are adequate human, financial, and institutional resources available to support the implementation of prevention programs. By prioritizing resource mobilization, interventions can be more effectively planned and executed, setting the stage for successful prevention strategies.

While other elements like program implementation, data collection, and program evaluation are essential in the broader context of prevention work, they typically come after an adequate capacity has been developed. Therefore, mobilizing resources is a foundational step that must be prioritized in the capacity-building phase to ensure that later phases can proceed successfully.