West Virginia National Guard Youth Leaders Camp
Campers at the WV NG Youth Leaders Camp participate in the spider web obstacle as part of the Leadership Reaction Course at Camp Dawson, Kingwood,WV in June. (Photo by Tech Sgt. Bryan Stevens, 130th Air Wing)

Drug Demand Reduction 

The Drug Demand Reduction Program’s mission is to use the National Guard’s resources to help create the best opportunity for America’s youth to make the decision to be drug-free.

The Drug Demand Reduction Program works closely with local law enforcement, education and community-based organizations to reduce the chances of exposure of illegal drugs to our nation's children.  They also contribute to drug prevention by providing National Guard led education based, leadership and motivational programs.

Drug Demand Reduction directly interacts with children through their KEY National Initiative, Drug Free Starts with Me. The program visits local schools and communities in every state and territory to increase awareness and motivation, and provide leadership, guidance and support to America’s adolescence about their choice to remain drug-free.

Through obstacle courses, the Stay on Track program, Freedom Calls, fly-ins and more, the Drug Demand Reduction Program brings positive messages to schools and communities teaching children fun alternatives to drugs and alcohol.

The Drug Demand Reduction Program is dedicated to helping build a drug-free youth in families and communities across the nation.