Building Bridges: Supportive Conversations to Prevent Youth Substance Use – A Live Webinar

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Building Bridges: Supportive Conversations to Prevent Youth Substance Use – A Live Webinar

10/12/2024 @ 01:00 pm - 10/12/2024 @ 02:00 pm

12 Oct 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

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Dive into a critical Q&A discussion around substance use in our communities, focusing on impactful ways to engage with youth and effective communication strategies from their perspective. We’re bringing key insights straight to you from the front lines of our organization:
  • Chanel Speaks, Director of Youth and Family Services, will unfold real-time observations and current trends related to substance use in schools.
  • Johan Orjuela, our Clinical Supervisor, will share proven, effective strategies to prevent substance abuse among youth and tackle existing challenges.
  • Ariel Gordon, our Hotline Director, will provide an overview of insights gleaned from 988 calls and discuss the vital resources we often recommend.
  • Laila Bityeki, a high school senior and student member of the Free State PTA Board of Directors, will provide a unique youth perspective on which communication strategies are most effective and resonant with teens today.
Don’t miss the opportunity to actively participate in an enlightening Q&A session, where your questions drive deeper understanding and community solutions.
Mark your calendars and bring your questions to a conversation that will help shape a healthier future for our youth.

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