Brodowski, Melissa L.Counts, Jacqueline MarieGillam, Rebecca J.Baker, LindaCollins, Valerie S.Winkle, EdiSkala, JenniferStokes, KathyGomez, RosieRedmon, James2014-05-122014-05-122013Brodowski, M.L., Counts, J. M., Gillam, R.J., Baker, L., Collins, V.S., Winkle, E., Skala, J., Stokes, K., Gomez, R., & Redmon, J. (2013). Translating evidence-based policy to practice: a multilevel partership using the interactive systems framework. Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services, 94(3), 141-149. http://dx.doi.org/10.1606/1044-3894.4303https://hdl.handle.net/1808/13653This is the published version, made available with the permission of the publisher.Despite increases in federal allocations, little is known about how to ensure successful implementation of evidence-based programs. This descriptive case study using the Interactive Systems Framework for Dissemination and Implementation illustrates the Prevention Support System (PSS) implemented for one federal evidence-based policy initiative. Exploring perspectives of intermediary organizations, the article describes the impetus for promoting evidence-based programming, multilevel systemic change, and the collaborations to develop strategic partnerships between national and state entities. Two early adopters, Kansas and Nebraska, illustrate the general capacity-building technical assistance activities conducted to build a multilevel PSS. The article concludes with outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations for building stronger implementation capacity.enArticle10.1606/1044-3894.4303openAccess