This impacts the whole family, particularly children. The ability to keep promises and commitments and to have good relationships is one the strongest foundations for a healthy family. A photograph of a small child in the ocean swimming from one parent to the other. Parenting is one of the most challenging, yet influential roles in the prevention of substance abuse and violence. Children need to have access to healthy adults and be taught the necessary skills to be safe in the world around them.
Friends are strong influences in the prevention of substance abuse and violence.
It is important to have positive peers and to participate in activities which are not only drug free, but fun, healthy and safe. A photograph of an adult sharing his knowledge with four young people at an ancient Hawaiian petroglyph site. The focus is on the value of sharing and receiving knowledge. Learning how to communicate effectively is an important life skill which plays a key role in the prevention of substance abuse and violence. A photograph which depicts a re-enactment of a traditional hukilau with families working together to catch fish for whole community.