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Success stories demonstrate the many creative ways that event hosts are engaging their communities in alcohol and other drug misuse prevention and highlight key outcomes that help create lasting impacts on communities.

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Communities Talk 2021 Highlights:

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0% of organizers surveyed reported that they felt Communities Talk is advancing prevention in their communities.
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0% of organizers surveyed reported 50 or more in-person attendees at their most recent in-person Communities Talk activity.
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0% of stipend recipients covered mental health and/or e-cigarettes/vaping issues in addition to underage drinking at their Communities Talk activity.
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Success Comes in Many Forms

SAMHSA encourages its event organizers to customize their prevention events to meet the unique needs of their communities. Explore the Success Stories to learn how Communities Talk activities are working across the country and see how other communities are measuring their success.

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Communities Talk 2021 Highlights:

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0% of organizers surveyed reported that they felt Communities Talk is advancing prevention in their communities.
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0% of organizers surveyed reported 50 or more in-person attendees at their most recent in-person Communities Talk activity.
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0% of stipend recipients covered mental health and/or e-cigarettes/vaping issues in addition to underage drinking at their Communities Talk activity.

Featured Success Stories

NEW! Pilot Podcast Series: Communities Talk about Prevention

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Tune into SAMHSA’s new pilot podcast series to learn how community-based organizations are making substance use prevention a reality in their own communities! In each episode of Communities Talk About Prevention, you'll learn how organizations have coordinated local events and activities to support substance use prevention; how they have overcome unique challenges; and how they have measured success. Most importantly, guests will share best practices, which we hope will inspire you to participate in prevention in your own community.


Grantsville City Intergenerational Community Garden

05/30/2024
Grantsville , UT

Hosted by: Tooele County Health Department- Grantsville City Communities That Care

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The coalition created an?Intergenerational Community Garden?with local organizations, teaching healthy eating and gardening skills over a 12-week program. 


Youth Taking Action Against Drugs

09/22/2024
Bowie, MD

Hosted by: My Neighbor s Keeper Alliance Inc.

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MyNKA USA took 24 adolescents on a field trip to the DEA Museum which included viewing exhibits, a visit from a member of the Prince George County Sheriff’s Office, a cookout, and an award ceremony.


Start the Conversation: Preventing Teen Substance Use Together

09/01/2024
Bismarck, ND

Hosted by: Heartview Foundation

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Through electronic billboards, social media, and a blog featuring evidence-based tips and patient-created art, Heartview Foundation’s media campaign encouraged parents to talk with their youth about drugs and alcohol.


In 2021

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91% of organizers surveyed reported that they felt Communities Talk is advancing prevention in their communities.
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60% of organizers surveyed reported 50 or more in-person attendees at their most recent in-person Communities Talk activity.
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54% of stipend recipients covered mental health and/or e-cigarettes/vaping issues in addition to underage drinking at their Communities Talk activity.


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