Strategies

Know the Law

“Knowledge is key to prevention.”

Societal laws are often not taught in the classroom and unfortunately many of our youth suffer as a result. “Know the Law” is an educational book developed to familiarize youth local, state and national laws. We believe educating youth on the law will afford them the opportunity to make better decisions, think before they act and pursue their dreams. Through a partnership with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office, Know the Law is taught in all Levy County 5th and/or 6th grade classes.

Know the Law

“Knowledge is key to prevention.”

Societal laws are often not taught in the classroom and unfortunately many of our youth suffer as a result. “Know the Law” is an educational book developed to familiarize youth local, state and national laws. We believe educating youth on the law will afford them the opportunity to make better decisions, think before they act and pursue their dreams. Through a partnership with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office, Know the Law is taught in all Levy County 5th and/or 6th grade classes.

Friday Night Done Right

“No Alcohol, No Dope – Friday Night Done Right.”

Friday Night Done Right is a social norming campaign that focuses on youth spending their free-time in positive ways, without drugs or alcohol. Through the Friday Night Done Right campaign, the Coalition, with the help of partner organizations, plans and executes events that offer a free, friendly, drug-free space for youth to spend their time. Whether they dance, socialize, compete in sports, cheer for their classmates during a sporting event or just enjoy free food, all youth are welcomed to attend and all events are free of charge. 

Friday Night Done Right

“No Alcohol, No Dope – Friday Night Done Right.”

Friday Night Done Right is a social norming campaign that focuses on youth spending their free-time in positive ways, without drugs or alcohol. Through the Friday Night Done Right campaign, the Coalition, with the help of partner organizations, plans and executes events that offer a free, friendly, drug-free space for youth to spend their time. Whether they dance, socialize, compete in sports, cheer for their classmates during a sporting event or just enjoy free food, all youth are welcomed to attend and all events are free of charge. 

No One’s House

“No One’s House is a safe place for underage drinking.”

In efforts to help prevent underage drinking, the Coalition has joined the campaign “No One’s House”. The idea behind “No One’s House” is to extend and highlight the responsibilities of parents in regards to preventing underage drinking. According to the 2016 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey, 37.15% of youth consumed alcohol in their homes and 40.0% consumed alcohol in someone else’s home.

Take the Pledge to help end underage drinking in homes.

Take the Pledge

No One’s House

“No One’s House is a safe place for underage drinking.”

In efforts to help prevent underage drinking, the Coalition has joined the campaign “No One’s House”. The idea behind “No One’s House” is to extend and highlight the responsibilities of parents in regards to preventing underage drinking. According to the 2016 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey, 37.15% of youth consumed alcohol in their homes and 40.0% consumed alcohol in someone else’s home.

Take the Pledge to help end underage drinking in homes.

Take the Pledge

Lunch and Learns

The Coalition partners with multiple organizations to bring free trainings to our community. The goal is to bring community members and stakeholders to the table to discuss, share resources, and gain skills. If you are interested, please contact us for more information.

Examples:

  • Understanding Addiction
  • Substance Abuse Mental Health
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid

Lunch and Learns

The Coalition partners with multiple organizations to bring free trainings to our community. The goal is to bring community members and stakeholders to the table to discuss, share resources, and gain skills. If you are interested, please contact us for more information.

Examples:

  • Understanding Addiction
  • Substance Abuse Mental Health
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid

Responsible Vendor Training

The Coalition supports our local businesses by providing free training to their staff. The Coalition provides free Responsible Vendor Training each quarter for all of Levy County’s five communities.

Responsible Vendor Training

The Coalition supports our local businesses by providing free training to their staff. The Coalition provides free Responsible Vendor training each quarter for all of Levy County’s five communities.

Prescription Drug Drop-Off

The Coalition partners with the DEA, local police departments and the Levy County Sheriff’s Office to provide prescription drug drop-off locations services. Each October, the Coalition provides a drop-off in each of Levy County’s five communities; Bronson, Cedar Key, Chiefland, Inglis and Williston. Drop Off’s are 100% free and confidential. Check our Facebook for specific dates and locations.

Prescription Drug Drop-Off

The Coalition partners with the DEA, local police departments and the Levy County Sheriff’s Office to provide prescription drug drop-off locations services. Each October, the Coalition provides a drop-off in each of Levy County’s five communities; Bronson, Cedar Key, Chiefland, Inglis and Williston. Drop Off’s are 100% free and confidential. Check our Facebook for specific dates and locations.

Natural High

Youth are encouraged to use their natural skills and talents to produce a lasting, productive, positive Natural High. The Natural High Campaign is implemented throughout the County through special events and school-based clubs. Natural High events and clubs create an atmosphere in which youth can create, and share positive experiences with each other, while showcasing their natural high as an alternative to drug use.

Natural High

Youth are encouraged to use their natural skills and talents to produce a lasting, productive, positive Natural High. The Natural High Campaign is implemented throughout the County through special events and school-based clubs. Natural High events and clubs create an atmosphere in which youth can create, and share positive experiences with each other, while showcasing their natural high as an alternative to drug use.

Mentoring

The Coalition recently launched “Building Today’s Youth”, a mentoring program. During the past year, Coalition staff and volunteers mentored over 105 youth. Coalition staff create an individualized plan for each and every student, focusing on reinforcing students’ strengths and overcoming weaknesses. If you would like to refer a student to our mentoring program and/or volunteer as a mentor, please contact us.

Mentoring

The Coalition recently launched “Building Today’s Youth”, a mentoring program. During the past year, Coalition staff and volunteers mentored over 105 youth. Coalition staff create an individualized plan for each and every student, focusing on reinforcing students’ strengths and overcoming weaknesses. If you would like to refer a student to our mentoring program and/or volunteer as a mentor, please contact us.