1. Consult with the Link Program organization to ensure compliance with copy rights.

 2. Form a Regional Link Committee.

 3. Define roles within The Link Committee.

 4. Open a bank account.

5.  Gather The Link materials:

• The Link Card
• The Link Poster and the Link Sticker
• The Link Helping Tree

 6. Develop an implementation plan. 

7.  Promote The Link Program.

8.  Recruit The Link Companions.

9.  Launch The Link Program.

10. Have a follow-up plan and sustaining activities.

For more details, please consult the Implementation Guide.