We will briefly reflect on the history of prevention in order to identify what effective prevention is NOT. We will then explore the current state of prevention, accepted definitions and promising approaches currently in use.
Objectives:
1. Gain an understanding of what prevention is NOT.
2. Explore promising approaches currently in use.
3. Discuss where we go from here to shape the future of prevention.
Allison Sharer, OCPS II, has worked in the prevention field since 1983. She currently works part-time as Assistant Director at Drug Free Action Alliance, and is an independent trainer and consultant. She has worked with programs doing peer, community-based and environmental prevention, and she has developed and presented educational opportunities for a wide variety of audiences.
