Since 1996 UDETC has been working to enforce underage drinking laws and reduce underage drinking.  Funded by an OJJDP grant, this webpage is intended for use by youth who are interested in preventing and eliminating the harmful consequences of underage drinking. Alcohol is the most abused drug by youth.  What makes this initiative unique is its emphasis on developing strong relationships between law enforcement and youth. UDETC works with environmental strategies to change the culture and norms of the communities in which we live. This webpage is a tool to connect youth and give them the resources to create a safer world by challenging community norms surrounding underage drinking. The objective: to engage youth from across the country and support them as they learn and share their leadership skills in preventing underage drinking.

• Youth leadership and training
• Enforcement/Youth collaborations
• Community based/environmental strategies
• Media advocacy
• Education and awareness

The goal of the UDETC Youth initiative is to provide youth (ages 15-18) with effective prevention tools and strong leadership skills to support their work toward implementing successful environmental prevention. Empowerment is the core of the initiative. With that goal in mind, we are developing a National UDETC Youth Council. Membership will include youth (ages 15-18) representing schools, coalitions, service and faith organizations, youth leadership groups and law enforcement agencies. The Council will be structured for growth, commitment and empowerment with a goal to engage youth from across the country and support them as they learn and share their leadership skills in preventing underage drinking. If you are interested in participating on the 2009 UDETC 's National UDETC Youth Council the application for the National UDETC Youth Council Application Form along with the Youth Skill and Interest Survey are available for you to download.

If you are interested in being part of the youth initiative but don't want to commit to the Youth Council , please fill out the Skill and Interest Survey and you can work on specific tasks throughout the year. Applications must be received at the UDETC by October 20, 2008 for consideration. Mailed or faxed (301-755-2799) applications are also accepted. 

This webpage is currently under development ... more Content Coming Soon!

For correspondence or additional information, contact:
Attention: Mary Gordon
gordon@pire.org