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Student Activist Melissa Reifman On Drug Prevention and Awareness
Student Activist Melissa Reifman On Drug Prevention and Awareness
Student Activist Melissa Reifman On Drug Prevention and Awareness
Tuesday 24th November 2020
Student activist Melissa Reifman discusses drug prevention, anti-bullying efforts, and her role in the Happy Week program on 'Let's Talk About It'.
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Get the buttons here!Melissa Reifman: A Teen Activist's Fight Against Drug Abuse
The goal of the program was to communicate to students, in a way that was by students for students, the importance of drug prevention and of kind of not going down this path.
Meet Melissa Reifman, a remarkable student from Northern Highlands Regional High School, who’s taking a stand against drug abuse and bullying. In this episode of USRA Coalition's 'Let's Talk About It', Melissa opens up about her journey as a student activist. She’s not just any high schooler; she’s a National Honor Society member, co-editor of the school newspaper, and a Senior Class Council member.
But what truly sets her apart is her dedication to the heroin addiction prevention program known as Happy Week, which has made waves across Northern New Jersey schools. Melissa dives into the nitty-gritty of Happy Week, sharing how the program aims to educate students about the dangers of drug use and encourage them to steer clear of that perilous path.
She emphasizes the critical role research plays in drug prevention and discusses the controversial yet intriguing idea of safe injection sites as a harm reduction strategy. But Melissa's activism doesn’t stop at drug prevention. She’s also deeply involved in anti-bullying efforts, striving to create a safer and more supportive environment for her peers. Throughout the episode, she offers valuable advice for other students who aspire to make a difference in their communities, proving that age is no barrier to activism.
To lighten things up, the episode wraps with a fun question about Melissa's favorite Thanksgiving side dish. This conversation is not just informative but also inspiring, showcasing how one young person can spark significant change. If you're interested in student activism, drug prevention, or simply want to hear an uplifting story of youth making an impact, this episode is a must-listen.