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Prevention Action Alliance is a statewide nonprofit working to prevent substance misuse and promote mental health wellness. We aim to empower communities by providing all Ohioans with opportunities for prevention education, resources, and advocacy.
1 in 5
People are living with mental health or substance use disorders.
80%
of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink or not.
9 of 10
Adults who misuse substances started using by age 18
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    Know! How to Support Mental Wellness in the New Year
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    Know! Healthy Ways to Handle Holiday Stress
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    Know! To Create Healthy Holiday Habits
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    Alcohol Misuse Prevention Toolkit
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    Know! to Help Youth Navigate Grief During the Holidays
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    Know! to Address Bullying
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      Know! How to Support Mental Wellness in the New Year

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      Know! Healthy Ways to Handle Holiday Stress

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      Know! To Create Healthy Holiday Habits

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      The Latest Stories
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      02.18.2026

      OYLPN Youth Advocacy Day 2026

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      09.24.2025

      Two Pillars of Ohio Prevention Recognized with 2025 Stick Your Neck Out for Prevention Award

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      09.17.2025

      Breaking Stigma, Driving Change: A Conversation with the Honorable Mary Bono

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      February 18, 2026
      OYLPN Youth Advocacy Day 2026
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      September 24, 2025
      Two Pillars of Ohio Prevention Recognized with 2025 Stick Your Neck Out for Prevention Award
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      September 17, 2025
      Breaking Stigma, Driving Change: A Conversation with the Honorable Mary Bono
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        01.16.2026

        Prevention Action Alliance Reacts to Federal Funding Confusion for Addiction Recovery

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        12.18.2025

        Raising Awareness of Youth Gambling Risks – Prevention Action Alliance Joins 2025 Too Young to Bet Campaign

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        08.26.2025

        PAA Supports Governor DeWine’s Request to Classify Kratom Compounds as Illegal Drugs

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        January 16, 2026
        Prevention Action Alliance Reacts to Federal Funding Confusion for Addiction Recovery
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        December 18, 2025
        Raising Awareness of Youth Gambling Risks – Prevention Action Alliance Joins 2025 Too Young to Bet Campaign
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        August 26, 2025
        PAA Supports Governor DeWine’s Request to Classify Kratom Compounds as Illegal Drugs
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