ADEPT - Alcohol and Drug Education and Prevention Team (714)
834-4058
www.ochealthinfo.com/adept
This organization provides
alcohol, tobacco and other drug prevention information, materials
and videos. For information on the annual Alcohol, Tobacco and
Other Drug Prevention Poster & Creative Writing Contest, visit the web site at www.ocde.k12.ca.us/prevention.
The Anti-Defamation League (714) 979-4733
www.adl.org
This group provides
teacher, parent and student training on issues of prejudice and
diversity. A catalogue of books and videos is also available.
California Association of Peer Programs (CAPP) (626) 564-0099
www.cappeer.org
This is a nonprofit
corporation dedicated to the initiation, promotion and enhancement
of youth service through peer programs. It offers annual statewide
conferences, training, resources, and professional development.
California Healthy Kids Resources (510) 670-4581
www.californiahealthykids.org
Dr. Deborah Wood, Director
This agency is funded by the California Department of Education to provide reviewed health education instructional materials, training and technical assistance to educators and other professsionals working with K-12 youth. Materials can be borrowed from the Center, for a four-week loan, with free delivery anywhere in California.
Camp Fire Boys & Girls, Orange County Council (714) 838-9991
www.campfireoc.org
This organization provides
tobacco use prevention programs for schools.
Center for Drug-Free Communities (714) 505-4692
Bill Beacham, Executive
Director, www.preventionimpact.com
This center provides
trainings for educators, law enforcement personnel and parents
in substance use, abuse, prevention, and treatment.
Clean Comedians (800)
354-4523
www.cleancomedians.com
This nonprofit group
provides presentations by comedians, mimes, jugglers, magicians
on racism, self-esteem, and other issues to enrich the lives of
individuals and organizations.
Corday (ENVY Records) (714) 998-3783
www.corday.net
This five-member rock band, founded by a credentialed teacher, performs original and popular songs that promote an alcohol, tobacco and other drug-free lifestyle. Target audiences are middle and high school students.
Danc'n Etc. (714) 432-5506 x 22038
Moni Anderson, Director
This performance group
provides theatrical dance presentation focusing on substance abuse,
date rape, divorce, death, and HIV AIDS prevention.
Human Relations Commission of Orange County (714) 567-7470
www.ochumanrelations.org
This organization provides
inter-ethnic relations program and videos on youth violence and
diversity issues.
Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre
www.kp.org/etp
This health organization provides dramatic presentations and workshops FREE of charge to the community. Age groups as follows:
"Secrets" Michelle Holtzman (323) 259-4591
(HIV AIDS 9th Grade and above)
"Nightmare on Puberty Street" Michelle Holtzman (323) 259-4591
(Adolescent Issues Surrounding Puberty, Grades 6-8)
"Peace Signs" Sheri Rook (323) 259-5410
(Conflict Resolution Show and Workshop, Grades 4-6)
"Zip's Great Day" Sheri Rook (323) 259-5410
(Health and Safety Puppet Show, Grades K-5)
Legacy of Hope (800) 707-1977
www.legacyofhope.com
This performance group provides theatrical dance drama presentation on substance abuse,
divorce, gang involvement, and self-esteem.
Mariposa Women's Center (714) 547-6494 x 235
Elisa Dombrowski, Outreach
Coordinator
This center provides
counseling services and parenting classes. In addition, it provides
substance abuse education, as well as free referrals and community
education.
The National Conference for Community and Justice (949) 442-2814
www.orangecountynccj.org
This nonprofit organization
provides lesson plans for K-12 and book list on diversity issues,
a calendar of all religious holidays, and a summer high school
camp on diversity.
National Peer Helpers Association (913) 362-0794
www.peerhelping.org
This professional organization
provides leadership and promotes excellence in the peer helping
field. It also offers resources, networking opportunities, and
an annual conference.
Orange County Performing Arts Center (714) 556-2121 x 236
www.ocpac.org
Barbara Halford, Director of Community Programs
The OCPAC's Educational Community Programs strongly believes the arts are a crucial component in the intellectual and emotional development of young people. We strive to supplement and reinforce the formal arts education experiences provided in the classroom and make the arts an integral part of their lives.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Institute for Conflict Management (ICM) (714) 288-5600
www.svdp-center.org
Scott Mather, Program Director
This group provides assistance in dispute resolution, as well as resources, referrals and workshops.
Stop-Gap Players (714) 979-7061
www.stopgap.org
Fionnuala Kenny, Director
This performance group provides theatrical prevention presentations on date rape, substance abuse, prejudice, alcoholism in the family, conflict resolution, decision making for elementary and secondary grades.
Stop Tobacco Abuse
of Minors Pronto-STAMP (714) 966-2996
www.stamp.org
Jim Walker, Director
This nonprofit group
promotes tobacco use prevention with an interactive display that
includes a candlelight vigil. This group also does classroom presentations
and organizes letter-writing campaigns.
True Colors (888) 558-2577 x 210
www.truecolors.org
This group performs
dramatic presentations that enhance appreciation for ethnic and
cultural diversity, build self-esteem, enhance peer relationships,
and aid in identifying learning styles.
Tobacco Use Prevention Program (TUPP) (714) 834-3547
www.ochealthinfo.com/tupp/index.htm
This organization provides
tobacco prevention, policy and cessation information, materials
and videos.
Volunteer Center Orange County (714) 953-5757
www.volunteercenter.org
This nonprofit resource
organization offers local leadership for volunteer activities.
It also provides resources and volunteer opportunities for the
public.