Baltimore, Maryland — HOPE Youth Alliance (HOPEYA) joined the Maryland National Guard Counterdrug Program to recognize approximately 70 ninth-grade students from The SEED School of Maryland for completing a youth drug prevention program focused on prevention education, positive decision-making, leadership, and community impact. The students, part of Class SS26-001, completed the Drug Demand Reduction Outreach…
Many people start with the wrong assumptions about what it is to help kids make healthy decisions. It’s not just about what they eat or how much they are on their phones. It has more to do with their choices when they’re feeling tested—when they’re hungry, tired, bored, or overwhelmed. It has to do with…
There are cynics out there who say that money runs the world. That’s just not right. It’s altruism that runs the world. It’s people who provide support and donate to charities without expecting material rewards in return. That’s what truly moves society forward. Young people will often feel pressure to chase success or external approval,…
Welcome to October! Substance use disorder and mental health challenges affect millions of Americans, causing immense suffering and hardship. These issues not only harm individuals but also disrupt families and communities. In the US, approximately 40 million people or more are dealing with substance use disorders that can be related to alcohol, prescription medications, or illicit…
Good Day All, As we prepare for the upcoming DFC fiscal year FY 2025 ( 1 October 2024), HOPEYA is excited to explore potential collaboration opportunities that align with our mission and goals. To facilitate this, we ask you to participate in our survey to help us understand how you can contribute to our…
Addiction doesn’t just impact the individual struggling with substance abuse. It affects the entire family. The dynamics within a family can shift dramatically, causing strain, conflict, and emotional turmoil. Understanding how substance use disorder disrupts family harmony is crucial, but equally important is recognizing the role of therapy in healing these rifts and fostering unity.…
Dear National Council Participants, We hope this message finds you well. We are excited to offer an additional opportunity for all community-based organization staff to participate in our overdose safety planning training. This session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your knowledge and preparedness in preventing overdose. Please select the date and…
As substance misuse prevention professionals, we regularly face situations that require us to make ethical decisions. Often it is clear how to act ethically; sometimes it is not. This two-week, asynchronous moderated course, adapted from the original SAMHSA Center for Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT) course, explores the six principles of the Prevention Code of…
