The Next Step
Spring 2007
The Next Step is published quarterly by Partnership for a Drug-Free NC, Inc., through the support of the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services in the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The Next Step is a resource for citizens and prevention professionals interested in substance abuse prevention, intervention and treatment.
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HBO's Addiction Documentary Premieres in Raleigh
Network Juggernaut HBO selects Raleigh as one of 12 nationwide locations to premier its new 14 part documentary about substance abuse, called Addiction. Click here for details on the event.
Thousands at Easter Egg Festival Hear Drug-Free Message
Piedmont triad families came out for the Easter Egg hunt, but left with valuable information on children and drug abuse thanks to the efforts of 107.5 WKZL and Partnership for a Drug-Free NC. To read about the thousands affected click here.
Parent Network Conference
Families in Action hoped to reach parents from across North Carolina with its Parent Network Conference in Elon. Click here to read more about the focuses of its panels and what experts have to say about staying involved with kids.
TeenFest 2K7 Draws National Support
Teens in Raleigh and the surrounding areas were treated to a rip-roaring hip-hop festival at TeenFest 2K7 on Easter weekend. To find out which musical stars attended and how teens feel about CW affiliate WRDC’s involvement in the event click here.
Media Tips
If you’re looking to get more “bang” for your advertising buck but not spend any money at all and still get prime-time media attention, this is the column for you. Read on to get advice from a media expert in North Carolina who’ll teach you how to get your story pitched in an editorial meeting instead of pitched in the trash. Full Article.
Calendar of Events
For professionals and non-professionals, all of these events will help us learn how to reduce substance abuse. Full Story.