With the rise of vaping and e-cigs, Big Tobacco may be wearing a new mask, but the danger remains the same. It is up to caring adults and outspoken young people to fight back against companies trying to profit off youth nicotine addiction.
With rising opioid overdoses, increasingly potent forms of cannabis, the persistent dangers caused by alcohol use, and the mental health crisis created by COVID-19, Connecticut’s need for prevention has never been greater.
The Partnership is committed to both creating our own resources and amplifying the work of other experts in the field to ensure that Connecticut families have access to the most up-to-date information on emerging threats to our young people.
The Governor’s Prevention Partnership builds statewide capacity to prevent underage drinking and substance use and builds strategic alliances to promote the overall well-being of Connecticut’s future workforce.