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The mission of align9 is to create collaboration between government agencies, non-government organizations and the faith-based community.

Prosecutors and public defenders are traditionally at odds in the criminal justice system.  District Attorney General Russell Johnson and Public Defender Kim Nelson have a shared vision concerning the problems in their community and are overcoming traditional barriers to form strong relationships with local non-profit service providers and the faith-based community to bridge gaps in services for those affected by the opioid epidemic.  Charlene Hipsher and Phillip Martin have a history of working with non-profits and the faith-based community.  Align9 was established to serve the communities through government agencies, non-government organizations and the faith-based community.  Align9 identifies gaps in services and applies for grants to develop programs and services which empower non-profits and the faith-based community to build stronger communities in the areas of prevention, treatment, recovery, rehabilitation and enforcement.