Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America

Developing a Youth Movement for Substance Misuse Prevention in Erie County

CADCA will conduct training for youth to design and lead a Youth Movement for Substance Misuse Prevention in collaboration with the Alden Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The youth-led, adult-guided movement will address issues related to substance misuse that impact youth in Erie County, NY.

CATEGORY: Strengthening Partner Capacity
LOCATION: Alexandria, VA
AMOUNT: $40,000
YEAR AWARDED: 2022
WEBSITE: www.cadca.org

FEATURED IMPACT STORY


Being Yourself is Good Enough

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