08/24/2026
🚨 THE NEW REALITY: SOCIAL MEDIA, AI, DRUGS & YOUTH SAFETY 🚨
The world our kids are growing up in is changing fast. From social media and AI to va**ng, prescription pills, sextortion, and emerging drug trends, it can be hard for parents and other adults to keep up.
Join Jackson County Behavioral Health for a FREE virtual community presentation featuring Dave Gomez, a retired law enforcement officer and member of the Tall Cop Speakers Network.
👀 What will be covered?
• Social media traps and sextortion
• AI misuse and online safety
• Current drug trends and youth culture
• Real-world challenges facing kids and families today
• What adults can do to better recognize risks and protect youth
📅 September 10, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual presentation
🎟️ FREE & OPEN TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS
We made this presentation virtual to make it easier for parents, caregivers, educators, and community members to fit it into their schedules—no travel required!
👉 Registration is required. Visit www.bhjacksoncounty.org or scan the QR code on the flyer to register. The virtual presentation link will be sent after registration.
Please share this post with parents, caregivers, grandparents, educators, and anyone in our community who works with or cares about youth. Staying informed is one of the best tools we have to help keep our kids safe. 💙
A separate professional presentation will be offered by Tall Cop, Jermaine Galloway, the same day, September 10th from 8:30-10:00 a.m. virtually. Check out www.bhjacksoncounty.org for more information!