Are you ready to make a difference in your community?

Our mission is to serve youth in our community by providing resources, help, and awareness surrounding substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and suicide prevention to make our community a safer place for youth.

Empower. Engage. Impact.

Empower: Giving youth the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be leaders in their community

Engage: Actively involving youth in meaningful service, advocacy, and leadership opportunities that make a difference 

Impact: Creating real change in Pickens County and beyond by addressing issues like substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and leadership development

Youth Board Core Values

1. Empowerment – We believe in equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead prevention efforts and create change in their communities. 

2. Leadership – We lead by example, demonstrating that youth voices are powerful in shaping a healthier future.

3. Collaboration – We work alongside our peers, community partners, and organizations to strengthen prevention efforts and support mental well-being

4. Integrity – We are committed to honesty, accountability, and making choices that align with our mission to create a safer, healthier community.

5. Compassion – We approach substance use prevention and mental health with empathy, understanding that every person’s journey is different.

6. Innovation – We use creativity, technology, and youth-centered messaging to make prevention engaging and relevant for our generation.

7. Advocacy – We raise awareness about substance use, mental health, and suicide prevention, ensuring these issues are addressed openly and proactively.

8. Resilience – We recognize that challenges exist, but we remain committed to pushing forward, supporting each other, and creating a culture of hope and strength.