Join us for a Parent and Caregiver Workshop focused on helping families better understand youth substance use risks and prevention strategies. This biannual event will cover communication techniques, youth development, and the latest drug trends, empowering parents and caregivers to strengthen family relationships and have meaningful conversations about substance use.
Featured Speakers:
Angela Kennecke – Founder of Emily’s Hope, sharing Emily’s story
Rafael Mattei – Acting Special Agent in Charge, DEA, speaking on current drug trends
Panelists:
Angela Kennecke
Rafael Mattei
Tiffany Kashas, MAIS, LAC, CPS – Licensed Addiction Counselor and Certified Prevention Specialist
Artica Franklin – Through Young Voices at LSS; young adult with a parent who struggled with substance use disorder
The evening will conclude with a panel discussion and Q&A with prevention and recovery experts and voices with lived experience.
Hosted by the Youth Prevention Coalition, this workshop addresses multiple substances, including alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, methamphetamines, fentanyl, and other illicit drugs.
This event is free and open to all parents, caregivers, and community members.
