Drug Counseling for Bronx Youth

In which borough should your idea take place? Bronx

Do you have a specific neighborhood(s) in mind?

Prospect, Morrisania, Highbridge, Mott Haven, Concourse

Which audience(s) does your idea help? Select as many as apply.

Youth

Justice impacted individuals

Low income individuals

Describe the challenge you want to address:

There is a rise in alcohol/drug consumption with young people. Students are using cannabis and vape products in schools. Illicit drugs are used to self-medicate.

Describe your idea and approach to address the challenge:

Drug counseling workshops conducted in high schools and community centers that get large amounts of 18 to 24 year-olds. Make sure the workshops are culturally responsive for different communities.

Write the zipcode that best represents your New York City community:

10459