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Media Mogul Opens French Guiana Drug-Free World Office

Media Mogul Opens French Guiana Drug-Free World Office

Alizé Utteryn, Founder & CEO of AlizéLaVie Media and Drug-Free World Ambassador, opens a new Drug-Free World office in French Guiana, featuring English and French educational materials. The event was a huge success, with government officials in attendance and media coverage by Radio PEYI. This milestone will promote drug education and awareness among the youth and teenagers in French Guiana, leading to a healthier and drug-free future.

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Ballin' for a Cause: Drug-Free World Joins Forces with LL COOL J and Harlem Globetrotters

Ballin' for a Cause: Drug-Free World Joins Forces with LL COOL J and Harlem Globetrotters

Drug-Free World collaborates with LL COOL J's Jump and Ball Community Camp, NYPD, Senator Leroy Comrie, and Harlem Globetrotters, promoting a drug-free lifestyle through sportsmanship and teamwork. Attendees enjoy free basketball training, engaging activities, and a powerful halftime show featuring Globetrotters' performances and personal stories, emphasizing the importance of a healthy, substance-free life. This unique partnership inspires the younger generation to make better choices and develop essential life skills.

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Faith & Fame Unite: Religious Leaders & Celebrities Join the Drug-Free Crusade

Faith & Fame Unite: Religious Leaders & Celebrities Join the Drug-Free Crusade

Discover how religious leaders and celebrities are joining forces in the Drug-Free World initiative to combat substance abuse. Featuring retired NFL player Noah Burroughs, celebrity activist Alize Utteryn, artist-humanitarian Farah Delance, and Councilman Bergson Leneus, this unique collaboration seeks to educate and empower communities by promoting a drug-free lifestyle. Learn about their free curriculum and the impact of these inspiring role models.

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Spreading Awareness: Grassroots Distribution of The Truth About Drugs Booklets
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Spreading Awareness: Grassroots Distribution of The Truth About Drugs Booklets

Volunteers and interns distributed drug education booklets at local stores, schools, community centers, and NYPD precincts. The materials, available in 22 languages, cover a wide range of drugs and their negative effects on health. Download or order booklets at drugfreeworld.org. The initiative aims to promote a drug-free lifestyle by educating people on the consequences of drug abuse.

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Reaching Millions in Times Square with the Truth About Drugs Campaign
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Reaching Millions in Times Square with the Truth About Drugs Campaign

The Foundation for a Drug-Free World's Truth About Drugs PSAs appeared in Times Square, reaching over 1.9 million people and generating more than 30 awards and recognitions. These PSAs directed people to the Foundation's website to learn about drug prevention, which helped the program earn more than 100 partnerships across community centers and schools. With the campaign's success, they generated the first drug usage drop among teens in over a decade. The drug prevention campaign shows how community awareness initiatives can be effective in creating safer, healthier environments.

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Connecting Communities on the Court: Drug-Free World, NYPD and “Lead by Example Reverse the Trend” Team Up
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Connecting Communities on the Court: Drug-Free World, NYPD and “Lead by Example Reverse the Trend” Team Up

Discover how the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, Lead By Example Reverse The Trend, and NYPD partnered for an anti-violence basketball tournament to unite the Bronx community and local police. Learn how this event series, covered by News 12 The Bronx, used sports to foster connections and empower youth while promoting drug-free living. Dive into the story of a unique collaboration aimed at strengthening bonds between the community and the NYPD.

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