About Us
OUR MISSION
We strive to improve health outcomes and save lives by bringing together researchers and technologists to find innovative and effective solutions to address large-scale public health challenges.
OUR CORE VALUES
We are dedicated to creating resources that are unwaveringly rooted in our core values: current research, authentic compassion, and cultural relevance.
We commit to crafting our materials based on the latest research, ensuring that our information is accurate and up to date.
Our approach is infused with authentic compassion, driven by a genuine concern for the safety and well-being of all people. We understand the importance of connecting on a personal level, and our content reflects this empathy.
Furthermore, we recognize the significance of cultural relevance in effective empowerment. By acknowledging and respecting diverse backgrounds, we aim to make our content accessible and applicable to all people, fostering a safer and healthier future for every community we serve.
OUR CURRENT FOCUS
To continue the great work we started in 2018 with FEND – a drug prevention and education program to engage, inform and empower young people.
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The drug landscape is changing with fentanyl-laced substances and counterfeit pills leading to increased drug overdose deaths. The risks have never been higher.
Directors
Jacquii Burgess, PhD
Executive Director
Jacquii’s background spans clinical practice, public health research, marketing, and journalism. For the past seven years, she has focused on drug prevention and harm reduction education, using technology and research to develop innovative campaigns for diverse populations.