Jefferson County Drug Free Coalition

11/21/2025

To read the full article, go to: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/10/29/nx-s1-5589224/teens-weed-cannabis-ma*****na

11/21/2025

Want to learn more about our coalition and the work we do throughout Jefferson County regarding substance misuse prevention? Do you want to get involved to help us meet our mission? We will be presenting at the Lake Mills Rotary Club on Tuesday, November 25th 😊

How can you help promote a safer, healthier community? Find out next Tues. November 25th at 12 Noon, when Vanessa Leaders and Britanie Peaslee speak to the Lake Mills Rotary Club about Drug-Free Communities. Meeting location: The Lake Mills Station, 603 E. Lake St. across from The Dollar General Store; enter through the back of the building. All are welcome to attend. Lunch is optional, though tasty. Suggested meal donation, $13. Please make meal reservations by Nov. 22nd at 10:00 a.m.

Here's information about the coalition, Vanessa, and Britanie:
The Jefferson County Drug Free Coalition (JCDFC) was formed back in 2017 where community partners from various sectors came together to address substance misuse initiatives throughout the county. In 2019, the coalition was awarded a federal grant, Drug Free Communities (DFC), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). However, in 2020 oversight of the grant was changed to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) which is managed in partnership with the CDC. These funds are intended to focus on primary prevention efforts, specifically with youth, while identifying priority substances: underage drinking, to***co/nicotine cessation, ma*****na misuse, prescription medication misuse, and more.

With a Bachelors in Public Health and seven years of experience, Vanessa Leaders joined the Jefferson County Health Department in April 2023. As the Community Health Development Worker, she serves as the Program Director/Project Coordinator for the coalition and ensures all grant requirements are met.

Britanie Peaslee serves as the Community Health Ministry Coordinator and Community Resource Liaison at Rainbow Community Care. In her role, she partners with several county, regional and national coalitions to strengthen community engagement and collaboration. Britanie focuses on connecting people and organizations to resources, supporting local initiatives, and building partnerships that improve community health and wellbeing.

11/20/2025

To read the full article, go to: https://theconversation.com/legal-highs-these-new-drugs-are-cheap-dangerous-and-just-a-click-away-268508

11/19/2025

https://www.convenience.org/Media/Daily/2025/1/24/5-A-New-Era-for-Nicotine-Pouches-Marketing

11/18/2025

Join internationally recognized peacebuilder Dr. John Paul Lederach for a conversation about building strong community relationships in a polarizing environment, and working in partnership with communities to find solutions to public health challenges.

11/17/2025

‼LAST CHANCE‼

Today is the last chance to participate in Community Advocates Public Policy Institute's virtual De-Escalating Conflict During the Holidays workshop.

To register, go to: https://ppi.communityadvocates.net/news-events/event-calendar.html/event/2025/11/17/de-escalating-conflict-during-the-holidays-november-17/541385

11/14/2025

Vapes continue to remain the most common to***co product that is used by middle and high school students. Truth Initiative asked middle and high school educators to share their on-the-ground perspectives.

To read more, click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1poHmVLuolIKyMQgycAujiTlPHpppZ5SB/view?usp=sharing

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

If you missed Community Advocates Public Policy Institute's virtual workshop, there are still two more chances!

To register for today's, go to: https://ppi.communityadvocates.net/news-events/event-calendar.html/event/2025/11/12/de-escalating-conflict-during-the-holidays-november-12/541384

11/11/2025

Learning Opportunity 🤓

The Addiction Policy Forum will examine the scientific evidence on cannabis and health, while separating evidence-based facts from common myths.

To participate in this webinar, register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bf6bGiUoQhiED2vlk82uhw #/registration

11/10/2025

‼DON'T FORGET‼

Tomorrow night starting at 5:30pm, Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services is holding a film screening for an award-winning documentary. 🎬

No registration or tickets needed! Come join the conversation as we work in partnership to diminish stigma related to substance misuse.

11/07/2025

Weren't able to attend last week's 2025 HIDTA Prevention Summit?

Recordings of the summit can be found here: https://events.zoom.us/ev/Atx_C189FI6iNEMpPyKehvY_YRBVtFR1zaZrCQxXynMXJJB9klFP~AqwCxr5GlGlhaPYIDm8eEj0hDrbbdnIFfV9KlOl7cDXOXHn4MD9pxEoC8g