Connect to

YOUTH!

A caring adult can make all the difference in a young person’s choices around substance use. Your connection can be their key to prevention. Make your mark – become a mentor today!

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.

Becoming a mentor is your chance to help a young person realize they’re not alone, that they’re capable of more than they know, and in doing so, you might just discover you’re capable of more, too.

Help us shape tomorrow’s leaders; refer a young person through our mentoring portal and ignite their journey towards growth and success.

We offer no-cost technical assistance for mentoring programs. Learn how you can receive up to 30 hours of free training.

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Prevention Starts with YOU!

Exciting news! The Partnership and our esteemed partners are on a mission to empower the residents of Greater Hartford and New Haven. We’re distributing 50,000 conversation starters and drug deactivation and disposal kits over the next 11 months, designed for easy and safe use. Dispose of unwanted medications conveniently and eco-friendly, right from the comfort of your home. This is a pivotal step towards a safer community and a cleaner environment. Don’t miss out – be part of this impactful journey. Click “Learn More!” to find out how you can get your free kit and join us in making a difference!