National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2025
Educating and Raising Awareness of the Dangers of Substance Misuse
Montgomery, Ala. –Each March, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) observes National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ®, from March 17 – 23, 2025. This annual event is a crucial platform to educate and raise awareness about the dangers of substance misuse, while empowering Alabama’s youth with knowledge they need to make informed decisions.
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ® is not just about awareness. It is about starting meaningful conversations, challenging misconceptions, and providing young people with facts about addiction and the impacts of drugs and alcohol.
ADMH’s commitment to fostering a healthier, more informed community extends far beyond this dedicated week. Through partnerships with dedicated organizations and initiatives such as Community College Initiative. Coastal Alabama Community College (CACC) Student Ambassadors have developed a powerful podcast titled “What if You Knew?” that showcases real-life lessons.
Another vital program is the HBCU Initiative, which expands substance use prevention resources to Alabama’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This initiative focuses on student health centers, aiming to strengthen campus outreach and address health disparities that may disproportionately affect young adult minority population.
Also, the Alabama Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup (AEOW), facilitated by ADMH, is at the forefront of data-driven prevention efforts. AEOW plays a vital role in assessing statewide needs, ensuring that resources are used effectively, and utilizing accurate data in planning and prioritizing substance misuse prevention strategies. These initiatives are not only about prevention but also to empower young people to become advocates for change within their communities.
ADMH’s strength lies in collaborations with valued network of partners and providers who are dedicated to substance misuse education and prevention year-round. Organizations such as the Council on Substance Abuse (COSA) and the Agency for Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP), for example, strive to reduce the occurrence and prevalence of addiction through prevention, education, and advocacy.
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ® is more than just an observance. It’s a call to action for a chance for communities to come together, share knowledge, and take a stand against substance misuse. The Alabama Department of Mental Health invites everyone to participate, learn, and become part of the movement toward a healthier future.
For more information about National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ® and how you can get involved, visit https://mh.alabama.gov/division-of-mental-health-substance-abuse-services/prevention/.
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