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
Voices That Heal: Mentorship, Storytelling, and Community Action | Episode 143 ft. Dr. Jose Silva
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In this episode of the Drug Prevention Power Hour, Dr. Jose Silva shares his inspiring journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a leader in youth advocacy and drug prevention. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, community support, and legislative engagement in empowering young people. Dr. Silva discusses the concept of epigenetic trauma and its impact on youth, advocating for a holistic approach to education and mental health. He encourages young people to use their voices in advocacy and highlights the significance of storytelling in creating change. The conversation concludes with insights on community engagement and the collaborative efforts of organizations like Parents to Parents.
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Takeaways
Dr. Jose Silva's journey is rooted in overcoming trauma.
Mentorship played a crucial role in Dr. Silva's development.
Community support is vital for youth empowerment.
Legislative engagement is essential for advocacy.
Understanding epigenetic trauma can inform educational practices.
Stories are powerful tools in advocacy and change.
Youth voices are impactful when organized and informed.
Raising children requires community involvement.
Dr. Silva emphasizes the importance of connection and support.
Advocacy should focus on both data and personal stories.
For feedback, questions and new episode ideas...
jake@vive18.com
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