Youth as resources. That's the underlying approach to this successful drug and violence prevention program for youth in high school. America's PRIDE team members reach out to their peers and community with an assertive, drug-free message. They organize drug-free, fun activities. Through example and leadership, they help others to be drug-free.  Middle school youth participate in Club PRIDE programs to learn and practice positive peer power, teamwork and effective communication skills. They spread a message of drug & violence free life choices. They encourage their peers to take a drug-free pledge and plan fun activities to promote drug-free lifestyles. Education is key to equipping young minds with the ability to make healthy choices. PRIDE Pals, an adventure-based elementary program, teaches students the benefits of living drug & violence free. Designed for grades K-4, the program uses puppetry and classroom activities to enliven young hearts with resolve for a drug-free life. A growing network of PRIDE Parent Action Teams provides support to local PRIDE youth teams and others in their communities. The PRIDE Youth Programs network includes more than 100,000 community volunteers engaged in preventing drug use. For parents, PRIDE programs offer some "peace of mind." Parents instinctively want to protect their young, especially during the potentially dangerous teen years. PRIDE Youth Programs respects each parent's role as nurturer and leader. It believes in every parent's right to maintain high standards within the family. PRIDE Parent Training Programs have been implemented in more than 1,000 sites in the United States and abroad. Comprehensive training curricula are the cornerstone for effective PRIDE youth programs. Weekend retreats, day-long and specialized trainings provide initial and ongoing assistance in organizing youth-led teams. The issues facing today's youth are complex and PRIDE's trainers respond with discussions and solutions to timely topics. Participants leave every training with knowledge, materials and an action plan to take a stand against drug abuse in their community. Each year, PRIDE Youth Programs welcomes the world to this fun-filled, educational conference for youth and adults. The PRIDE Conference provides a forum and ideas for hundreds of organizations-large and small, local, national, and international-that are fighting against drugs. They listen to their peers who have done extraordinary things to change their communities. Participants will hear more than 100 experts on more than 20 topics related to drug and violence prevention. A special evening tribute celebrates drug-free programming as youth and adult leaders receive awards and applause. This conference is the world's showcase for the trophies of healthy lifestyle choices. A PRIDE Youth Programs member commits to taking a role in supporting safe & drug-free youth. An affiliate, adult or youth membership lets everyone in the community know that drug-free programming is important for healthy youth. PRIDE Youth Programs members enjoy benefits including discounted PRIDE products and conference registrations. Most importantly, PRIDE Youth Programs members have access to program materials, technical support and are recognized for their alliance with the premier youth-serving organization dedicated to safe & drug-free youth. Call PRIDE Youth Programs to inquire about becoming a member today! 1-800-668-9277 This international body of member nations agrees to participate in PRIDE programs and encourages healthy lifestyle choices among their youth and communities. Member nations convene annually at the PRIDE World Drug Conference during sessions designed to support global efforts.
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