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The latest news and updates from MADD Southwest Florida
As students celebrate spring break, prom and graduation during the next few months, Mothers Against Drunk Driving ® (MADD) and National Presenting Sponsor Nationwide ® are equipping parents with the resources they need to talk with their teens about the risks of underage drinking and drug use. MADD ’ s Power of Parents ® program encourages parents to talk to their teens about alcohol and other drugs. Research shows 74 percent of teens say their parents are the biggest influence on their decisions related to drinking. Parents should start talking as early as 8 years of age, and continue talking often. When students understand the dangers of underage drinking and use of other drugs, they are more motivated to engage in health-promoting behaviors and avoid unhealthy behaviors, like underage drinking and drug. -continued on page 2 Keep Talking: MADD's Power of Parents
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VOLUNTEERS IN FLORIDA AND AT MADD
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“ Marijuana is safer than alcohol. ” Both are drugs and are associated with serious problems especially if used by those under the age of 21 while the brain and body are still in a rapid period of development. “ Marijuana makes me a better driver. ” It is not safer to drive after marijuana consumption. Studies have shown that, of seriously injured drivers admitted to trauma centers, more than 1 out of 4 tested positive for marijuana. In another study of fatally injured drivers, more than 1 in 10 tested positive for marijuana. “ You cannot get addicted to marijuana. ” Marijuana is currently the leading cause of substance dependence other than alcohol in the United States. Studies show that marijuana accounts for over 50 percent of the 7 million people age 12 or older who are dependent on or abusing a drug.
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As part of Power of Parents, ® MADD has designated March 1 through May 31 as PowerTalk21, ® the critical time during Spring when several milestone events occur that could increase the presence of alcohol for young adults and teens under 21. “ Spring break, prom, graduation and other big events that happen at this time of year create memories that last a lifetime. We want to make sure the future leaders of our country enjoy their youth, free of the devastating impacts that underage drinking and drug use can bring, ” said Lori Burke, Executive Director. “ MADD wants to ensure that parents have all the right tools needed to have the important conversations that will keep their kids safe. ” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), excessive drinking is responsible for more than 4,300 deaths among underage youth each year and can lead to early addiction as well as many other dangerous outcomes. In addition, marijuana is the leading cause of substance dependence other than alcohol in the United States. This year, MADD is expanding its reach by encouraging parents to use the tools included in Power of Parents to not only talk to their kids about alcohol, but other drugs as well, including marijuana. Part of the discussion should address myths related to marijuana use, such as: Presenting Sp nsors Friends of MADD
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MADD Southwest Florida offers free Power of Parents workshops, presentations and resources. Please contact Lauren Harkins, Program Specialist, for information and to book a presentation.
Lauren Harkins lauren.harkins@madd.org (239)791-7560
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What does this mean to MADD SWFL? This means that committed volunteers are challenging to find and keep. Until someone is impacted by a drunk or drugged driver, MADD's mission is too serious and sad. Often times, the average citizen also perceives drunk driving as a mistake rather than a crime. This makes MADD volunteers invaluable and worth more than $24.04 per hour. To show our gratitude, we have regular social events for our volunteers as well as flexible duties, hours and levels of commitment. As a result, MADD in Southwest Florida has some of the best volunteers of any nonprofit.
VOLUNTEERS IN FLORIDA AND AT MADD
by Lori M. Burke, Executive Director
Volunteers have long been the backbone for nonprofits. Many nonprofits, MADD included, do not have the funds to staff to capacity in order to affect our mission to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support victims and prevent underage drinking. $24.04 HOURLY MONETARY VALUE OF A FLORIDA VOLUNTEER. ACCORD I NG TO I NDE P ENDENT S ECTOR . ORG The lack of staffing capacity leads to swimming against the current. No matter how hard MADD staff tries, the task is too great; there is not enough time in the day and there is still items on our 'to do' list. This is where volunteers save the day and are true Super Heroes for safe and sober streets in our community. In 2016, a VolunteerFlorida study concluded that 52% of
Floridians said they volunteer for their church, a nonprofit organization or informally in their neighborhood. Further the study shows that volunteers are most likely to help a stranger or neighbor; donate money, assets or property with a value of $25 or more; and collect, make, or donate clothing, crafts or goods. The study also found that Floridians donate their time when they have a connection to the organization's mission or the mission makes them happy.
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Dashboard Metrics Driving to Safe & Sober Roads
PREVENTION VICTIM CAPACITY AWARENESS SERVICES FUNDS & PEOPLE
PREVENTION & AWARENESS
VICTIM SERVICES
MAR YTD
MAR YTD
20
10
Wolfpacks & Checkpoints
New Victims/Survivors Provided with Services
7
8
134
106
Law Enforcement Recognition Nominations
11
15
0
Tie One On For Safety
New Victims/Survivors Provided with On- Going Services
0
Visitors at Tabling Events
1,794
802
18
27
Total Count of Victims/Survivors Provided with Services
Awareness and Prevention Presentations
10,673
10,381
184
256
Presentation Survey Results
Total Number of Services Provided to Victims/Survivors
3.8 *
3.9
Victim Impact Panel Education
376
137
VIP Survey Results
9.8
9.7
CAPACITY FUNDS & PEOPLE
MAR YTD
77
Volunteers
77
256
Volunteer Hours
657
3
WLM5K Participants
10
1
WLM5K Teams
3
$7,722
WLM5K Funds Raised
$16,322
* Presentations highest rating = 4 | Victim Impact Panel highest rating = 10
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Notable Dates Driving to Safe & Sober Roads
Walk Like MADD & 5K Committee Meeting
April 2, 2019
Victim Impact Panel Lee County
April 3, 2019
Power of You(t) Gateway HS Lee
April 10, 2019
Victim Impact Panel Charlotte County
April 10, 2019
Teen Driver Challenge Collier County
April 11 2019
Victims Rights Week Event Sugden Park Naples
April 12, 2019
Teen Driver Challenge Lee County
April 12, 2019
Victim Rights Week Centennial Park Lee County
April 14, 209
Victim Impact Panel Collier County SP
April 16, 2019
Victim Impact Panel Collier County EN
April 17, 2019
Power of You(th) Oasis HS Lee County
April 18, 2019
WolfPack/ DUI Saturation Patrol
April 20, 2019
Advisory Board Meeting
April 25, 2019
Safe Kids Day
April 27, 2019
LER Recognition Event Lee County
TBD
LER Recognition Event Charlotte County
June 7, 2019
LER Recognition Event Collier County
TBD
LER Recognition Event Hendry/Glades Counties
TBD
State Law Enforcement Recognition & Training
July 26-27, 2019
Walk Like MADD & 5K
September 28, 2019
Tie One On For Safety Event
TBD
Victim Tribute Event
TBD
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Community & Event Partners Driving Together Towards Safe & Sober Roads
PREVENTION & AWARENESS
VICTIM SERVICES
Wolfpacks & Checkpoints
law Enforcement Recognition Nominations
Tie One On For Safety
People Educated Through MADD Presentations
Parents and Youth Educated
Visitors at Tabling Events
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