Pathways To Prevention Coalition

06/21/2026

"A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way." —Unknown

06/20/2026

06/18/2026

☀️🌴 School's out, summer is here, and adventure is calling! Whether you're heading to the pool, hanging out with friends, traveling, or just enjoying some well-deserved downtime, make this a summer to remember for all the right reasons.

With more free time comes more opportunities—but also more chances to face pressure involving alcohol, va**ng, or other substances. That's why staying connected, making healthy choices, and looking out for one another is so important.

Parents, caregivers, and community members: your conversations matter! Check in often, set clear expectations, and encourage activities that keep youth engaged, active, and thriving.

Let's work together to make this a summer filled with fun, friendships, and positive memories—not regrets.

☀️ Stay active.
💙 Stay connected.
⭐ Stay substance-free.

05/18/2026

Our last prevention stories to honor the past , we are proud to highlight youth who are sharing their prevention stories and using their voices to create positive change in their communities. Their experiences and leadership help raise awareness, encourage healthy choices, and inspire others to take part in prevention efforts.

05/15/2026

Our last day of !

There is still time to share your !

Sharing these stories is helping to continue the conversation of prevention!

05/14/2026

Sharing your allows us to be a part of the greater voice speaking up for prevention!

Want to share your story? Send it in to [email protected]!

05/13/2026

According to The National Institute on Drug Abuse - NIDA: Evidence-based prevention programs are designed to prevent substance use and related negative outcomes. Most strategies are designed to be delivered in specific settings, to specific age groups, and to specific populations. Prevention programs may aim to:

- Reduce risk factors and enhance protective factors.
- Help people avoid or delay the onset of drug use.
- Stop substance use from progressing into higher-risk substance use or a substance use disorder.
- Reduce harms related to substance use and misuse, such as injuries or infections.

Want to share your prevention story? Send in yours to [email protected]!

05/13/2026

According to the The National Institute on Drug Abuse - NIDA: Protective factors, such as healthy family and peer relationships and financial stability, may lessen a person’s risk of developing substance use disorders.

Want to share your prevention story? Send in yours to [email protected]!