Applying prevention science to policy and practice around the world
APSI HIGHLIGHTS
APSI is proud to advocate for The Decade of the Child, a vital initiative aimed at prioritizing the needs and rights of children worldwide. A crucial component of this effort is substance use prevention, which plays a key role in safeguarding health and well-being. By fostering collaboration among communities, organizations, and policymakers, we strive to create a brighter future for every child. Our commitment includes raising awareness, promoting education, and ensuring access to essential resources, so that every child can thrive and reach their full potential. Together, we can make a lasting impact and secure a better tomorrow for the next generation.
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Organizations, friends and colleagues that work tirelessly to promote and support the implementation of evidence based prevention interventions and the professionalization of the prevention field around the world
Our Scientific Advisors Say...
“Which prevention programs and policies are truly worthy of being considered “evidence-based”? I’ve been thinking about the answer to this challenging question for decades. The difference between what can – and what should not – be called “evidence-based” is often critical, if we are to avoid wasting the limited available resources we can expend on prevention. But that difference is often difficult to discern, and as evidence accumulates over time the status of a given program and policy may well change. Sifting through the evidence on a continuing basis, and making recommendations as to what should and should not be implemented, is the job of the entire community involved in the application of prevention science.”
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Chris Ringwalt, DrPH