The volume functionally integrates two types of competencies for AOD abuse prevention program practitioners, program evaluation competence and cultural competence. The main objective is to enhance the knowledge base and skills of professionals who are responsible for evaluating AOD abuse prevention programs in ethnic/racial community settings. Chapters provide conceptual frameworks and practical suggestions for evaluators who work with different population groups. The first chapter considers the relationships between cultural and health within the context of social science theory, AOD problems as a public health challenge, AOD prevention approaches, and program evaluation as a communication process. The remaining eight chapters contain culture-specific information on what program evaluators need to know when dealing with ethnic/racial groups. References, tables, and figures