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Why January Is a Powerful Month for Prevention (Even Without Awareness Weeks)

January doesn’t come with a long list of prevention awareness weeks or national campaigns. There are no themed ribbons, no designated calendar moments demanding attention. And that’s exactly what makes January such a powerful time for prevention education. Prevention is often misunderstood as something that happens only in response to tragedy or during awareness months. […]

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Did You Know? Little-Known Facts About Prevention (and Why They Still Matter Today)

Prevention education often feels like a modern response to modern problems: distracted driving, digital safety, substance use, and mental health challenges. But the truth is, prevention has been around far longer than most people realize. Understanding where prevention began and how it has evolved, reminds us why this work matters and why it continues to

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Goal Setting vs. Resolutions: Why One Lasts and the Other Often Fades

Every January, we’re surrounded by the language of resolutions. Be better. Do more. Try harder. While the intention behind resolutions is usually positive, the reality is that many fade quickly. Not because people don’t care, but because resolutions often lack structure, support, and sustainability. In prevention education, this distinction matters. Real change doesn’t come from

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Supporting Safe Celebrations: MADD’s Holiday Campaigns

For many, the holidays are a season of joy, connection, and celebration. For Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), they’re also a time to double down on one message: always plan a safe way home. Each year, MADD launches its powerful Tie One On for Safety® campaign – one of the longest-running public awareness initiatives in

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Operation Red Nose: A Holiday Tradition That Saves Lives

The holiday season brings celebrations, gatherings, and well-deserved time with loved ones, and unfortunately it also brings an increase in impaired driving incidents across North America. That’s why programs like Operation Red Nose are so essential in December. Founded in 1984 in the province of Québec (Canada), Operation Red Nose has grown into a beloved

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Safe, Fun, and Festive: How Schools Can Celebrate Winter While Supporting Prevention

Winter celebrations in schools create community, spark joy, and give students something to look forward to. But they’re also an opportunity to strengthen a culture of safety, leadership, and responsibility. Schools don’t have to sacrifice fun to promote prevention. In fact, many festive ideas naturally support wellbeing, healthy choices, and connection. Here are winter festivities

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Back-to-School Safe Routes: Prevention Starts on the Way to Campus

The school year begins long before the first bell rings. For many students, the journey to school—whether on foot, by bike, on a bus, or in a car—is the first and last chapter of every day. That’s why back-to-school safety is more than a checklist. It’s prevention in action. Pedestrian Safety Phones down, heads up.

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Healthy Year, Healthy Hearts: Promoting Mental & Physical Wellness This Fall

A new school year is like a reset button. It’s a chance to start fresh—not just academically, but mentally and physically, too. September is also National Recovery Month, which reminds us that health and healing are journeys worth celebrating. Together, these themes give us the perfect opportunity to focus on what really fuels success in

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You’re Not Alone: Bridging the Gap During Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, break the silence, and remind one another of a powerful truth: no one has to go through this alone. The return to school can be both exciting and overwhelming. For some students, it means reconnecting with friends and activities they love. For others, it can

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