Who We Are
We are comprised of parents, youth, school staff, business owners, medical professionals, law enforcement, government workers, faith-based organizations, and more.Our Mission
Connecting and supporting communities to build resilience and prevent youth substance misuse.
Our Vision
A healthy, thriving community free of substance misuse.
Our Principles
We are youth led, data-driven, inclusive, connected and trauma-informed.
About Prevent
Prevent Coalition (Prevent) is a community coalition formed in 2003 to increase collaboration, awareness, and reduce youth substance use in Southwest Washington including Clark, Klickitat and Skamania counties. Prevent also implements initiatives for rural communities across Washington State. As a community mobilizer, we’re creating a culture promoting healthy choices; advocating for policies and regulations that protect, empower and nurture youth; and facilitating positive opportunities for youth to be involved and thrive.
Prevent is supported by the fiscal agent ESD 112, invaluable community volunteers and organizations across the Southwest Washington region. Prevent is funded by the Commercial Cannabis & Tobacco Prevention Program (YCCTPP) of the Washington State Department of Health, in addition to other state and federal grants, and by you – our generous donors.