Thrive Mat Su

Coalition overview thrive mat su formerly known as the mat su substance abuse prevention coalition was formed in 2007 to respond to community conditions with the goal of developing implementing a plan to reduce substance abuse issues.

Thrive mat su. Substance abuse 3 out of top 10 issues in 2002 2005 community health assessments. Live united be the change. Thrive mat su holds monthly meetings with groups split into different projects across the valley lending their various skills and knowledge to find creative solutions for local youth. Thrive mat su will lead a data driven coordinated community response to prevent and reduce youth substance use.

Our mission is to lead a data driven coordinated community response to prevent and reduce youth substance use. United way of mat su board of directors pass resolution to. 2006 united way of mat su identifies substance abuse as critical issue to address in order to build a healthier community. We envision a community that supports healthy choices regarding substance use a community where individuals thrive.

Thrive mat su connects and aligns with organizations working in positive youth development and primary prevention supporting healthy choices regarding substance use promoting positive community and cultural development and celebrating the great accomplishments of youth ages 12 20 around the mat su. December substance abuse summit held with key and local stakeholders.