Goals & Objectives

The Elks Drug Awareness Program (DAP) aims to curb drug abuse from its roots by educating young individuals and their families about it. The program is dedicated to promoting a drug-free society through inclusive and effective strategies.

Introduction

The Elks Drug Awareness Program (DAP) seeks to prevent drug abuse before it starts by reaching out to young people and their families with comprehensive education and resources. Our goals and objectives underscore our commitment to longevity, inclusiveness, and effectiveness in fostering a drug-free society.

Goals

Education: To educate children and parents about the dangers and consequences of drug use and substance abuse.
Prevention: To prevent substance abuse through early intervention and educational programs and resources.
Outreach: To extend our reach to all corners of America, ensuring equal access to awareness and preventive measures against drug use.
Advocacy: To advocate for policies and practices that promote a drug-free lifestyle and combat drug abuse on a grassroots level.

Objectives

School Programs: Implement engaging, effective, and age-appropriate drug awareness programs in schools nationwide, using both traditional and innovative methods.
Parental Engagement: Encourage parent engagement and participation in drug awareness and prevention programs and provide them with necessary resources and support.
Support: Develop and promote peer-to-peer support programs that foster a healthy, drug-free environment within schools and communities.
Collaboration: Collaborate with like-minded entities such as governmental organizations, educational institutions, and NGOs to strengthen our efforts.
Recognition: Recognize and reward contributions in promoting drug awareness via awards and recognitions to inspire more participation and engagement.
Research: Monitor and respond to emerging trends in drug use, and continuously evaluate and improve our programs to maximize effectiveness.

Summary

With clearly defined goals and objectives, the Elks Drug Awareness Program (DAP) is dedicated to preventing drug use by educating youth and their families, fostering widespread awareness, advocating for a drug-free lifestyle, and acknowledging the efforts of individuals dedicated to this cause.