A Proclamation on National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, 2023

     During National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, we rededicate ourselves to building a better future for America’s children.  No one should have to struggle with substance use alone.  Every young person deserves to live a full and healthy life and have every opportunity to reach their highest potential.      Last year, our…

A Proclamation on National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, 2022

     During National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, we rededicate ourselves to transforming the lives of America’s youth through prevention.  We commit to building and supporting communities where young Americans can live healthy and fulfilling lives, free from the dangers of substance use, laying the groundwork for strong future generations.      Our country has been battered…

White House Hosts Bipartisan Youth Substance Use Prevention Summit as Part of President Biden’s Unity Agenda Strategy to Beat the Overdose Epidemic

As part of National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, Biden-Harris Administration convenes youth leaders and federal partners who are working to prevent substance use in communities across America Washington, D.C. – Today, in recognition of National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, the White House hosted a bipartisan summit to bring together youth leaders, community-based coalitions, and…

To Advance President Biden’s Unity Agenda Strategy, White House to Host Bipartisan Youth Substance Use Prevention Summit and Award Outstanding Local Community Prevention Efforts

U.S. Education Secretary and National Drug Control Director also calling on schools to help prevent youth drug use before it begins and ensure students have the help they need in the event of drug poisoning Washington, D.C. – Today, during National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, the White House will host a bipartisan summit with…

The Biden-Harris Administration Announces Funding for 189 Community Coalitions Across the Country Working to Prevent Youth Substance Use

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, during National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, the Office of National Drug Policy (ONDCP) announced $23.6 million in continuation funding for 189 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Programs across the country. The funding will be used to support community coalitions working to prevent youth substance use. In 2021, a total of 745 community…

White House ONDCP Director Visits Washington State to Raise Awareness About Overdose Epidemic and Youth Substance Use Prevention Ahead of New School Year

In support of President Biden’s Unity Agenda efforts to beat the overdose epidemic, Dr. Gupta makes back-to-school push with families, educators, and local officials discussing the dangers of substance use, the life-saving effects of naloxone, and the critical importance of supporting our nation’s youth Seattle, WA – As part of President Biden’s Unity Agenda efforts…

ICYMI: White House Hosts Summit on National Recovery Month

With more than 20 million Americans currently in recovery from substance use disorder, Biden-Harris Administration committed to eliminating stigma, increasing support services, and ensuring everyone has access to the resources they need Watch the full event here Washington, D.C. –  In recognition of National Recovery Month, White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP)…

ICYMI: Dr. Gupta and Dr. Murthy Op-Ed on How Americans Can Take Action to Address Youth Substance Use and Mental Health Crises

“As physicians, we’ve seen how the twin crises of untreated mental illness and unsafe substance use are killing young people and tearing families apart across America… Here’s the good news: We can all take action to help.” USA TODAY: Drugs and untreated mental health issues are killing America’s kids. You can help stop it. [By…

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