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
Youth-Led Mental Health Advocacy | Episode 141 with Isabelle Blackwood
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In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, host Reagan McDonald interviews Isabelle Blackwood, a passionate advocate for mental health and prevention work. Isabelle shares her personal journey, including the challenges she faced growing up, her involvement in Y-Link, and the various projects she has spearheaded to address mental health issues in her community. The conversation highlights the importance of support, personal experiences, and the transformative power of advocacy work, especially in youth-led initiatives.
Takeaways
Isabelle's journey into prevention began at a young age.
Personal experiences with loss and mental health shaped her advocacy.
Y-Link provided a platform for youth to engage in prevention work.
Community events like Fifth Quarters promote safe spaces for youth.
Breaking down stigma around mental health is crucial for advocacy.
Isabelle's focus on farmers' mental health highlights a unique issue.
Conferences have been transformative for personal and professional growth.
Support from peers and mentors is vital in prevention work.
Advocacy work can significantly improve mental health and well-being.
Finding a passionate partner in advocacy can amplify impact.
For feedback, questions and new episode ideas...
jake@vive18.com
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