To educate our youth on the dangers and health implications of alcohol, tobacco, and drug exposure and use.
We actively advocate for a community that:
To strengthen a generation of youth in Pickens County who are armed with the knowledge, motivation, and support to combat the temptations of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
BOARD
Our board is made up of several members of the community who recognized that our community had a need for education regarding drug and alcohol abuse.
Meet the BoardYouth
Parent
Business
Pickens Recreation Department
Media
School
School District of Pickens County
Youth Serving Organization
YMCA
Law Enforcement
Pickens County Sheriff’s Department
Religious or Fraternal Organization
Civic or Volunteer
Rotary Club
Healthcare Professional
AnMed Health Cannon
State, Local, or Tribal Governmental Agency with Expertise in the Field of Substance Abuse
DJJ
Other Organization Involved in Reducing Substance Abuse
Pickens County Youth Board
MINUTES
The Steppin’ It Up Coalition of Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County brought Kevin Shird to speak to local children Friday March 31 and April 1, 2017 about bad decisions and second chances. The “Lessons of Redemption” event was held at the Liberty Civic Auditorium on Friday, and the “Choices” event was held at Gettys Middle School on Saturday. Mr. Shird is an international speaker and author who provides informative talks on his life and the key word of ‘redemption.’ Youth who attended the events received a free copy of Kevin’s book “Lessons of Redemption.” To learn more about Kevin, visit his Facebook page.
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