“A Way Out…Opioid Drugs and Violence Prevention”

This Youth Workshop will serve youth East of the Anacostia River, Wards 7 and 8, ages 15
to 24. We are inviting DC Public/Charter Schools (Grades 8-12), churches, public and private
organizations, public agencies, elected officials, local businesses and employers to participate in the
Workshop and refer youth to attend. Features will include panel presentations and exhibitors by
employers, drug counselors, apprenticeship and skill training providers, workforce development and
support service programs and returning citizens. Youth will receive a “Certificate of Participation,” and
DCPS/DCPCS Community Service Hours for their participation. Online and telephone follow-up
counseling services will also be available. We are committed to share information, resources and
opportunities through opioid drugs and violence prevention and how to overcome barriers to targeted
careers in neighborhoods East of the River in the Nation’s Capital. LUNCH WILL BE SERVED

Jobs Not Guns-Jobs Not Drugs Youth Workshop Flyer (3-3-25)