Prevention Campaigns & Observances

Awareness Campaigns that Support Prevention, Education, and Healthier Choices

FCDAC participates in prevention campaigns and observances throughout the year to help share helpful information, start meaningful conversations, and connect Fayette County residents, families, schools, and community groups with prevention resources.

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Campaigns and Observances Supported in Fayette County

Talk. They Hear You.

Talk. They Hear You. gives parents and caregivers resources and tools to help reduce the likelihood that their child will drink underage. Fayette County Drug and Alcohol can provide Talk. They Hear You. resources and materials to churches, agencies, organizations, and community groups throughout the county.

Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week is an alcohol, tobacco, other drug, and violence prevention awareness campaign observed each October in the United States. It began in 1985 as a tribute to fallen DEA Special Agent Enrique Camarena and continues to promote prevention and healthy choices.

PA Start

PA Start is a campaign designed to encourage parents and trusted adults to have meaningful conversations with youth about difficult topics, healthy behaviors, and positive decision-making. The campaign highlights the importance of prevention programs, supportive relationships, and community standards that help young people thrive.

PA Stop

PA Stop is a marketing campaign designed to educate Pennsylvanians about the risks of prescription painkillers and heroin use, the relationship between prescription painkillers and heroin use, and what you do when you need help. It works to end stigma by reminding everyone that anyone can be addicted, and anyone can make a difference. Working to prevent non-medical use of painkillers, together, we can stop addiction before it starts.

Hand Over the Reins

Hand Over the Reins encourages everyone to plan ahead, celebrate safely, and use a designated driver. FCDAC provides materials such as posters, table tents, and buttons to help establishments promote safe transportation choices during the holidays and other high-risk times. Remember to plan ahead. If you drink, do not drive. Designate a sober driver or arrange for a safe ride home.

National Prevention Week

National Prevention Week is dedicated to increasing awareness of substance use prevention and mental health promotion year-round. The observance brings individuals, organizations, coalitions, states, and communities together to recognize prevention efforts and support healthier communities.

FASD Awareness Day

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, also known as FASD, can occur when a baby is exposed to alcohol before birth. This campaign helps raise awareness about prevention, education, and the importance of supporting healthy pregnancies and informed choices.

Resources for Preventing Underage and Dangerous Drinking

Take advantage of this time to talk about underage drinking. Start talking to your youth early to ensure they understand what alcohol is and the risks of underage drinking. Though it may not seem like it, youth really hear your concerns.

Talk with your youth about what to do when faced with a difficult decision about alcohol. Come up with a plan together to avoid drinking, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how to say “no thanks” in a safe environment.

Make it part of the routine to talk about alcohol and underage drinking. While you are dropping off your child talk with them about what to do if they are faced with a decision about alcohol and other drugs. Regularly check in with them about their exit plan or refusal strategies.

What Happens When You Contact the Prevention Team?

STEP 1
Reach Out

Email our Prevention Team by clicking this link.

STEP 2
Tell Us About Your Audience

A prevention specialist can learn more about your group, setting, preferred topic, and goals.

STEP 3
Explore Program Options

The team can help identify a program, presentation, campaign, or resource that may fit your needs.

STEP 4
Plan the Next Step

When appropriate, the team can coordinate scheduling, materials, and next steps.