October 1, 2015

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Partners with Facing Addiction for Rally to End the Silence of Addiction

The Partnership is joining forces with thousands of other advocacy organizations and individuals for the UNITE to Face Addiction Rally on the National Mall in Washington D.C., Sunday, October 4.

August 17, 2015

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Announces “The Back-to-School Survival Guide” for Parents and Families

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, a national nonprofit working to reduce substance abuse among adolescents by supporting families and engaging with teens, today announced a “Back-to-School Survival Guide” for parents and families.

July 27, 2015

Statement from Marcia Lee Taylor in Response to the Death of Bobbi Kristina Brown

Bobbi Kristina Brown, the only daughter of the late Whitney Houston, has passed away. She was just 22 years old.

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids President and CEO Marcia Lee Taylor Presents at Conference of Western Attorneys General

July 22, 2015

Partnership President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor Presents at Conference of Western Attorneys General

Partnership President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor, was featured on a panel, “Abuse Deterrent Technologies: Fighting Prescription Drug Abuse,” at the Conference of Western Attorneys General this week.

July 10, 2015

Statement from Partnership for Drug-Free Kids President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor on New CDC Report on Heroin Overdose Deaths

Heroin and prescription painkiller abuse is having a devastating effect on public health and safety across the United States – and without proper prevention and treatment, more families and communities will be impacted.

July 7, 2015

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Unveils New Multimedia Youth Campaign Using Emojis to Let Teens Know #WeGotYou

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids today launched a new multimedia campaign for teens that uses emojis to communicate the challenges of negative influences, empowering them to live Above the Influence.

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June 29, 2015

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Partners with CafeMom to Educate Mothers about Teen Substance Abuse

For the second consecutive year, CafeMom, the leading digital media company for moms, has teamed up with the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids to raise awareness about the dangers of teen substance abuse.

June 25, 2015

A Message From New President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor

After nearly a decade at the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, I am thrilled to begin my first official week in my new role as President and CEO.

June 24, 2015

Marcia Lee Taylor Named President and CEO of the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

The Board of Directors of the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing substance abuse among adolescents by supporting families and engaging with teens, has officially named Marcia Lee Taylor President and CEO of the organization.

June 23, 2015

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Unveils New Online Store for “Above the Influence” Teen Program

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids today launched a new online store as part of its Above the Influence (ATI) program.

Denise Mariano and White House Office of the National Drug Control Policy Director Michael Botticelli

May 28, 2015

Partnership Parent Coach Denise Mariano Honored by White House

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids volunteer Parent Coach, Denise Mariano, has been honored as a 2015 “Advocate for Action” by the White House for her outstanding advocacy efforts.

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May 14, 2015

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Applauds Maryland Governor for Signing Bill to Help Combat Prescription Drug Abuse

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids applauds Maryland Governor Larry Hogan for signing legislation that will help combat prescription (Rx) drug abuse in his state.

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May 7, 2015

Major League Baseball Charities and the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Announce the Sixth Annual Commissioner’s Play Healthy Awards

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, in conjunction with Major League Baseball Charities (MLB), today announce the sixth annual Commissioner’s Play Healthy Awards to celebrate extraordinary individuals on and off the playing field.

May 5, 2015

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Introduces New Resource: Marijuana Talk Kit: What You Need to Know to Talk With Your Kids About Marijuana

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids introduced The Marijuana Talk Kit, a new resource addressing the changing marijuana landscape and the communication between parents and teens.

April 29, 2015

New Research Uncovers Disconnect In Pain-Related Communications Between Prescribers of Pain Medications and Patients

New research released today by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids confirms several “disconnects” in the pain-related communication between healthcare prescribers of prescription opiates (Rx painkillers) and their patients.

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April 29, 2015

Full Report and Key Findings: Prescribers, Patients and Pain

New research released today by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids confirms several “disconnects” in the pain-related communication between healthcare prescribers of prescription opiates (Rx painkillers) and their patients.

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April 28, 2015

National Call-in Day: Help Get the Comprehensive Addiction Recovery Act Passed

Join us Wednesday, April 29, 2015 for a phone campaign to contact key Senators and Representatives to help pass the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. CARA is an all-inclusive response to opiate and heroin addiction that includes prevention, law enforcement strategies, overdose prevention, expansion of evidence-based treatment and support for those in, or seeking, recovery.

April 26, 2015

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Brings Life-Saving Kits and Training to New Jersey Families

Together with its parent partners and the Community Coalition for a Safe & Healthy Morris (CCSHM), an initiative of Morris County Prevention is Key (MCPIK), the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids this week launched a first-of-its-kind community effort to address the heroin/opiate crisis in Morris County, New Jersey.

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April 21, 2015

Facebook Chat Recap on Teen Marijuana Use

On Monday, April 20 we hosted a live Facebook Chat to help parents better navigate the changing marijuana landscape.

April 14, 2015

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids to Host Live Facebook Chat on Teen Marijuana Use

These days, it’s becoming harder for parents to talk with teens about marijuana. But we’re here to help. Join us Monday, April 20 from 8- 8:30 p.m. EDT for a live Facebook Chat to help you better navigate the changing marijuana landscape.

April 8, 2015

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Collaborates with DDB California on New Campaign That Offers Parents “Real Help”

We are collaborating with DDB California on a new, integrated creative campaign that shows how friends want to be supportive, but when it comes to a child’s drug use, most don’t know what to say. We do.

March 24, 2015

Statement from Steve Pasierb on Senator Schumer Palcohol Ban

The Partnership commends U.S. Senator Charles Schumer of New York for introducing a measure to ban the production, sale and possession of powdered alcohol.

March 16, 2015

Drug Guide for Parents, Available in a New App

With the ever-changing drug landscape and new trends emerging every day, we’ve created a smartphone app to help families who are concerned about the drugs their kids are exposed to. The “Drug Guide for Parents” is offered as a free download for the Android and iPhone.

March 6, 2015

Farewell from Partnership President and CEO Steve Pasierb

After 24 years, I have decided the time is right for me to leave the Partnership. My departure is set for March 31st, but I will continue to serve as an advisor to the Board of Directors and organization through the next several months. I’ll always be a friend and supporter of the Partnership’s life-changing and life-saving work.

March 6, 2015

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Announces Departure of President & CEO, Steve Pasierb

~Marcia Lee Taylor Named Interim CEO, Board Launches Search for Permanent Executive~ March 6, 2015, New York, NY – The Board of Directors of the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing substance abuse among adolescents by supporting families and engaging with teens, today announced that President & CEO, Steve Pasierb, M.Ed., […]

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The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Partners with Facing Addiction for Rally to End the Silence of Addiction

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Announces “The Back-to-School Survival Guide” for Parents and Families

Statement from Marcia Lee Taylor in Response to the Death of Bobbi Kristina Brown

Partnership President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor Presents at Conference of Western Attorneys General

Statement from Partnership for Drug-Free Kids President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor on New CDC Report on Heroin Overdose Deaths

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Unveils New Multimedia Youth Campaign Using Emojis to Let Teens Know #WeGotYou

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Partners with CafeMom to Educate Mothers about Teen Substance Abuse

A Message From New President and CEO, Marcia Lee Taylor

Marcia Lee Taylor Named President and CEO of the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Unveils New Online Store for “Above the Influence” Teen Program

Partnership Parent Coach Denise Mariano Honored by White House

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Applauds Maryland Governor for Signing Bill to Help Combat Prescription Drug Abuse

Major League Baseball Charities and the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Announce the Sixth Annual Commissioner’s Play Healthy Awards

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Introduces New Resource: Marijuana Talk Kit: What You Need to Know to Talk With Your Kids About Marijuana

New Research Uncovers Disconnect In Pain-Related Communications Between Prescribers of Pain Medications and Patients

Full Report and Key Findings: Prescribers, Patients and Pain

National Call-in Day: Help Get the Comprehensive Addiction Recovery Act Passed

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Brings Life-Saving Kits and Training to New Jersey Families

Facebook Chat Recap on Teen Marijuana Use

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids to Host Live Facebook Chat on Teen Marijuana Use

The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Collaborates with DDB California on New Campaign That Offers Parents “Real Help”

Statement from Steve Pasierb on Senator Schumer Palcohol Ban

Drug Guide for Parents, Available in a New App

Farewell from Partnership President and CEO Steve Pasierb

Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Announces Departure of President & CEO, Steve Pasierb

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