OUR MISSION
The mission of the Steppin' It Up Coalition is to strengthen a generation of youth in Pickens County who are armed with the knowledge, motivation, and support to combat the temptations of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
OUR VISION
To educate our youth on the dangers and health implications of alcohol, tobacco, and drug exposure and use.
We actively advocate for a community that:
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Prevents access to alcohol, drugs, and tobacco products by youth.
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Promotes abstinence from alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs in youth.
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Supports and promotes effective tobacco, alcohol and drug cessation and counseling programs for all individuals.
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Protects the health and safety of our children, youth, and adults
Steppin' It Up Coalition is actively seeking a chairperson for the following sectors: Parent, Healthcare, and State/Local/Tribal Government Agency. Below are guidelines of who would qualify for these sector chairs.
Parent: An individual legally responsible for a child, grandchild, or foster child.
Healthcare Professional: An individual and/or organization licensed to provide physical, mental, or behavioral healthcare services
State/Local/Tribal Government: A representative of a government-funded agency with a focus on substance abuse
If you are interested in joining us or have questions, please call (864) 898-5800 or email .
Sector Chairs Wanted
SECTOR CHAIRS
JEBARI TALLEY
Youth
VACANT
Parent
RUBY WASHINGTON
Business
Midas Touch Salon
L'TONYA HOPKINS
Media
Summit Media-Greenville
JOSH YOUNG
School
School District of
Pickens County
SIERRA AUSTIN
Youth-Serving Organization
City of Pickens
Recreation Department
LT. BRETT BARWICK
Law Enforcement
Pickens County
Sheriff's Office
REV. CHARLES HENDRICKS
Religious or Fraternal Organization
Shoals Creek Baptist Church &
Oolenoy River Association
TAMMY STANDARD
Civic or Volunteer Organization
SADD Club/Pickens High School
VACANT
Healthcare Professional
Baptist Easley Hospital
VACANT
State, Local, or Tribal Governmental Agency with Expertise in the Field of Substance Abuse
Pickens County Advocacy Center
SUSANNA DEMING
Other Organization Involved in Reducing Substance Abuse
Behavioral Health Services
of Pickens County
CONTACT STEPPIN' IT UP COALITION
303 E Main St
Pickens, Pickens County 29671
USA
864-898-5800