Rather than “thinking” somebody ought to do something about a particular health and safety issue, BACCHUS students take the lead and take action to save lives.

Maybe you're ready to take on impaired driving issues that directly affect your school or your community or maybe you're more interested in tackling impaired driving one person at a time. Whatever you decide to do, keep in mind, you can make a difference…so get involved.

Join the fight against impaired driving

Despite the tireless efforts of thousands of advocates, impaired drivers continue to kill someone every 30 minutes, nearly 50 people a day, and almost 18,000 citizens a year. National Highway traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and its partners are working together to put a stop to these deadly statistics.

Being a Peer Educator

Peer educators have many roles. They act as role models, educators, motivators and leaders. A peer educator strives to gain knowledge and share that knowledge on a variety of levels. They educate individuals, groups, administrators, community members and beyond. A person does not have to be a public speaker to be peer educator; they do not need to be a health expert; they must simply want to help solve the problem.

Peer educators can be involved on a variety of levels as well. From educating friends to meeting with the mayor, peer educators have the power to advocate for individual and community change. Again, everyone has a part to play in making a difference.

Anyone who wants to make an impact can therefore be a peer educator!

Why Should You Get Involved With Prevention?

The number one reason is to become part of an organization that is making a difference in your school and in the community.

• Making a positive impact on your peers.
• Creating positive change in your community.
• Opportunities to attend conferences and enhance your knowledge and skills.
• Meeting and interacting with other students who share your same concerns and ideas.
• Gaining interpersonal skills and knowledge on alcohol and other drug issues.
• Improving communication skills.
• Building your résumé.
• Being a leader.