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…
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A Proclamation on National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, 2021
Far too many families across our Nation have been impacted by addiction and the overdose epidemic. In 2020, more than 93,000 people died from an overdose — 93,000 families forced to bury a piece of their souls. The impact of this crisis echoes in communities across the Nation, in the empty chairs in classrooms and…
ONDCP Director Dr. Rahul Gupta Meets with Maryland Student Leaders Working to Prevent Youth Substance Use
ELKTON, M.D. – On Monday, Dr. Rahul Gupta, Director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) traveled to Elkton, Maryland, to meet with youth leaders of the Drug Free Cecil Coalition to discuss their work to prevent youth substance use and raise awareness about the dangers of illicit drugs like fentanyl.…
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…
Fact Sheet: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New Actions to Tackle Nation’s Mental Health Crisis
Actions include $200 million to scale up 988 suicide and crisis lifeline and new resources for school-based mental health services This Mental Health Awareness Month, we honor all those experiencing mental health challenges and celebrate the mental health professionals, families, and caregivers who support them. It is clear that our country is facing an unprecedented…
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Actions to Prevent Suicide
In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Biden-Harris Administration is highlighting key actions it has advanced across the federal government to improve suicide prevention. Suicide is a complex problem with no single cause and no single solution, but the Administration is committed to taking aggressive actions, including: Tackling the Mental Health Crisis. President Biden…
A Proclamation on National Foster Care Month, 2023
The more than 391,000 American children and youth living in foster care deserve to grow up in safe and loving homes devoted to their health, happiness, and advancement. This month, we honor the absolute courage of young people in foster care, who too often endure challenges that no child should ever have to confront, and…
