Community Campaigns
Raising awareness, promoting wellness, and strengthening our community through education, outreach, and prevention initiatives.
Hazel Pittman Center is committed to improving the health and well-bring of our community through education, prevention, awareness, and outreach initiatives. Our Community Campaigns address important issues affecting individuals and families across Chester County and surrounding areas, including substance use prevention, mental health awareness, recovery support, youth education, and community wellness.
Through partnerships, public education, and evidence-based messaging, we strive to empower individuals with information, reduce stigma, and encourage healthy choices that strengthen our community.
Featured Campaign
Prevent the Next First Use: Youth Challenge
The Prevent the Next First Use campaign is a community awareness initiative developed to encourage youth to make healthy, informed choices and delay or prevent first-time substance use. Through positive messaging, peer engagement, and educational outreach, the campaign promotes confidence, healthy decision-making, and supportive environments for young people. By partnering with schools, families, and community organizations, Hazel Pittman Center aims to empower youth voices, reduce risk factors associated with substance use, and strengthen community awareness around prevention and wellness.
Why This Matters
Most substance use begins during adolescence.
Early prevention and education can reduce long-term risk and improve healthy outcomes.
14%
of students reported misusing prescription opioids
Source: CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey
Positive peer support influences healthy choices.
Youth are more likely to make healthy decisions when supported by peers, families, and communities.
21%
of teens report trying an illicit substance due to peer pressure.
Source: SAMHSA National Report
Early intervention strengthens future well-being.
Building confidence, resilience, and awareness helps youth make informed decisions.
1.8x
South Carolina teens are more likely to report recent drug use than the national average.
Source: National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics
