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I Choose
My Future

 Addressing Opioid Misuse and Empowering Youth Voices

Life is all about choices

As a teenager, making choices can feel both exciting and scary. It's a time when each decision shapes your future.

I Choose My Future provides:

  • helpful resources,

  • guidance through partner organizations,

  • real-life stories from your peers. 

 

Always remember - "I Choose My Future". 

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Opioids are extremely addictive. One of the best choices we can make is to avoid them.

If you have started, we have resources for you.

Summit Stories

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Giovanna

I think I have it in my head that going down the path [of substances] is not gonna get me where I want to be in life. I feel like making the best decision [around substance use] is determining what you

want for your future. 

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Brian Biebl

Value your life. Your life is so important. You never know what you’re gonna be and what you’re gonna become. Don’t throw it away by taking a chance. 

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Piper

My younger sister is in 8th grade. I really want to instill to her the importance of having good friends you can trust and surrounding yourself with people you know have your back.

Harm Reduction

  • Find access to life-saving local resources 

 

  • Learn about Naloxone distribution centers

  • Learn how to administer Naloxone and prevent opioid overdose

Learn more about harm reduction services by clicking below!

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Get The Facts About Opioids

  • Know the physical impacts of opioids

  • Understand the risks

  • Make informed decisions

Click the button below to learn more and find helpful resources

Mental Health Impacts

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Substance use increases the likelihood of developing:

  • anxiety

  • depression

  • other mental health issues

By saying no to harmful substances, we actively choose to prioritize our mental well-being and safeguard our futures.

Summit Stories

Brittney Lost Her Brother to Fentanyl. Now She’s Fighting Stigma with Love.
Anna and Austin: Trivia Showdown!
Eve and Paige: Trivia Showdown!
Michaela and Madi: Trivia Showdown!
Lilla and Alena: Trivia Showdown!
Kevin and Dayana: Trivia Showdown!
Trivia On The Street: Round Two
Lizzie and Hamilton: Trivia Showdown!

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I Choose My Future is a youth-driven campaign that is here to help you make healthy decisions and steer clear of or quit substance use. 

Our goal is to help prevent opioid misuse by providing support for mental health, emotional well-being, and social connections.

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Campaign Funded by Nicotine Tax Part I Funding

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