A voice for preventing substance abuse in Minnesota

The Minnesota Prevention Alliance is a statewide coalition made up of professionals and volunteers from around the state who promote and enhance substance abuse prevention efforts. Our goal is to reduce adolescent substance abuse by building advocacy, policy influence, and youth engagement in Minnesota communities. We want to see Minnesota be a healthy, safe place for teens and families to thrive.

Mission

“The Minnesota Prevention Alliance shall work together to promote and enhance substance abuse prevention across the State of Minnesota.”

What We Do

Build advocacy, policy influence, and youth engagement
Network and share resources and best practices
Provide information and action steps on key substance abuse issues in Minnesota
Support prevention workforce development

2022-2023 MPA Leadership Team

Chair: Jason McCoy
Vice Chair: Bill Spitzer
Treasurer: Sheila Watercott
Recording Secretary: Doris Knutson
At Large: Angela Graham
At Large: Steph Johnson
At Large: Sandy Peterson
Fiscal Host Representative: Luke Preussler
MPA Program Coordinator: Laura Daak

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