Voices of Youth

Youth and young adults are powerful agents of change for substance use prevention. Youth engagement initiatives aim to:

• Give youth and young adults a voice and platform to inform and influence the development of prevention programs that speak to them and meet them where they are;
• Engage young people in peer activities that educate and empower them to make good choices about alcohol and drugs — and their future; and
• Provide opportunities for youth and young adults to develop leadership skills and learn about careers in prevention and other behavioral health fields.

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SAMHSA Youth Voices Panel: Self-Love, Wellness, Prevention Webinar

Hear from SAMHSA’s youth leaders about how they practice self-care, promote their well-being, and respect themselves to make decisions that are good for them. Get ideas to take action in your own community.

#MyPreventionStory

Take part in #MyPreventionStory as a way to get involved in National Prevention Week!

Use the hashtag on social media and share how and why you're helping to prevent substance use and misuse, taking care of your mental health, and helping others do the same.