Our Mission
To positively impact the Burlington community by addressing the causes and consequences
of substance abuseWhat We do
- We have coalition meetings where community partners (businesses, residents, treatment agencies, etc.) can come together to talk about how to address the issues that effect drug use and misuse, alcohol abuse, and tobacco use in Burlington. All who are interested in our mission are welcome to attend and be a part of the solution!
- We hold public events to create opportunities for education and raise awareness about substance abuse related issues.
- We use the media to raise awareness about substance abuse related issues for our community
- We provide opportunities for collaboration among community partners to increase awareness about the issues for Burlington , Chittenden County and Vermont in an effort to create more effective strategies for positive change
- Our coalition's members are currently working on developing a comprehensive long-term community plan to positively impact the causes and consequences of substance abuse, with a focus on underage drinking and high risk drinking among 18-25 year olds.
- We examine local and state laws, regulations, policies & practices related to the problems of substance abuse and its consequences and look for opportunities to effect the social norms that contribute to substance abuse in our town and state.
About Us
We are a coalition of Burlington residents, businesses, school and college representatives, parents, youth, medical professionals, students, social service representatives, law enforcement officials, court representatives, and more who recognize that the damages of drugs, alcohol abuse, and tobacco effect us all and want to work together to create a healthier environment in Burlington for us all to succeed.