We work to
prevent substance
misuse.
1.3 MILLION total students reached since our inception in 2004.
Safe and Sober is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Springfield, Missouri. Through engaging and educational content, we encourage dialogue and preventative action between youth, educators, and parents.
We offer free prevention-focused videos and curriculum through our program that is used by schools, homeschool groups, and community organizations in most states across the country.
Between downloadable or mailed materials, program participation is easy for any school. Our modular content gives you options - present the program all at once in a large group or as segments in an integrated classroom unit. Each video topic has corresponding discussion guides and activities that align with national curriculum standards.
The free Safe & Sober Program features:
"It's super easy to navigate online and prep is very minimal as they provide all necessary materials, including discussion questions, guided notes, and activities
Mental Health
Mental health disorders and substance use have repeatedly been found to be connected, with each making the other more likely. Why are they connected and how can you help?
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Underage Drinking
New research suggests that there may be negative side effects of drinking on a plane.
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Cannabis/ Marijuana
Many teens associate using marijuana with little risk. However, teenage brains are not fully developed, causing marijuana use to have an even higher risk for teens than adults.
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Have regular conversations with your child about the dangers of impaired driving.
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As the school year approaches, educators may want to make at least one important addition to their supplies list: Safe and Sober.
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Underage Drinking
Underage drinking poses a serious danger, which begs the question: Why do teens drink?
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Drug Use
Reported drug use among adolescents continued to hold below pre-pandemic levels in 2023… yet overdose death rates among teens have risen in recent years.
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Impaired Driving
This week - and every week, parents should have conversations with their teens about the important rules they need to follow to stay safe behind the wheel of a motor vehicle.
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Drug Use
During October, we celebrate all the possibilities that prevention brings! Together, we’re partners in prevention.
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