Maxine Womble, director of the Midwest Regional Center for Drug-Free Schools and Communities, discusses the importance of using many different communitywide prevention programs to help children deal with ATOD issues. A text version is available. All stakeholders are aware of the factors that influence alcohol and other drug use . All stakeholders aim to combat the multiple risk factors in the individual, family, school, peer group, and community while fostering protective factors . All stakeholders have an understanding of the ATOD problems in the community.
All stakeholders agree that prevention is a shared responsibility.
All stakeholders demonstrate collaborative qualities and attitudes . All stakeholders are committed to reducing the availability of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs for young people. All stakeholders are aware of promising prevention strategies . All stakeholders work together to bring about change. The following action options encourage the involvement of all levels of the community.