Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
In this podcast we explore the world of youth drug prevention. We highlight the things that are working in substance use prevention and learn from one another in the field. This is NOT a show featuring only authors, speakers and founders of companies. We also interview people who are working with youth on a daily basis who can discuss what's currently happening in our schools and communities around the U.S. The Drug Prevention Power Hour is for... Prevention professionals, school counselors, principals, vice principals, social workers, school psychologists, coalitions, prevention specialists, school resource officers (SROs), juvenile justice professionals, parent teacher organization members (PTO), parent teacher association members (PTA), alcohol education (AODA), superintendents, greek life, college orientation, athletics, and human services. Our host is Jake White, the creator of Party.0 and Vive18. He's a youth prevention expert who started a peer-led youth movement where students host his signature "sober parties" for their peers - showing that you can fit in, make friends and have fun without using drugs and alcohol. His presentations, curriculum, programs and educational experiences are being used all over the country to help students make better decisions around substance use. His goal for every episode is to educate listeners on prevention, highlight new ideas and inspire us to keep saving lives through our efforts.
Drug Prevention Power Hour: Empowering Leaders in Youth Drug Prevention
The Art of Advocating | Student Takeover Episode 135 with Brady Clark
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This week on the Student Takeover, Brady Clark shares his story of resilience and advocacy. He tells host Raegann McDonald about how he uses his personal experiences to guide the work that he does, giving back to others and amplifying the voices of youth. They discuss the importance of relationship building in prevention work, as well as how it benefits you are speaking with other professionals. Brady shares his experiences advocating to state and national legislatures, as well as how he got other youth involved and gives practical advice on how to get your foot in the door with elected officials.
Takeaways
Brady started his prevention work as a freshman in high school.
Y-Link focuses on mental health and community support activities.
Advocacy at the Capitol requires personal connections and organization.
In-person advocacy is more impactful than written communication.
Bullet points help in preparing for advocacy meetings.
Having a group for advocacy efforts increases effectiveness.
Passion drives the motivation to advocate for mental health.
Overcoming barriers in advocacy is essential for making a difference.
Personal experiences can fuel a commitment to advocacy work.
Mentorship plays a crucial role in developing leadership skills.
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