February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and SAMHSA's Prevention Day

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

On January 31, 2014, President Barack Obama proclaimed February to be Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

“… I call upon all Americans to support efforts in their communities and schools, and in their own families, to empower young people to develop healthy relationships throughout their lives and to engage in activities that prevent and respond to teen dating violence.” – President Barack Obama

This national observance raises awareness about abuse in teen relationships. It’s a time to recognize and put an end to teen dating violence and reinforce healthy relationship skill.

One in three adolescent girls in the United States will experience some type of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse by a dating partner.^[1] Within this last year, communities nationwide have made strides in combating teen dating violence by providing support groups, organizations, and hotlines for at-risk teens.

Get involved in continuing to raise awareness about teen dating violence. There are a number of events taking place throughout the month of February.

• The loveisrespect National Youth Advisory Board is hosting Respect Week February 8–12, 2016. They are also hosting Wear Orange 4 Love Day on February 9.
• Break the Cycle is hosting its Time to Talk Day.

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Information:

• loveisrespect
• The National Domestic Abuse Hotline 
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

SAMHSA’s 12^th Annual Prevention Day

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) 12^th Annual Prevention Day will take place on Monday, February 1, 2016. Held in conjunction with Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America’s (CADCA) National Leadership Forum, the event highlights The Power of Prevention! The one-day forum will feature speakers and training sessions for prevention practitioners, community leaders, researchers, and others to share SAMHSA’s prevention priorities for the coming year and provide participants with the necessary training, technical assistance, and resources to successfully address these prevention issues.^[2]

For more information or to register for SAMHSA’s 12^th Prevention Day or CADCA’s National Leadership Forum, visit CADCA's website.

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