"This experiential workshop will teach participants how to attract students to the work of problem gambling and addiction prevention by applying music to peer education. Participants will understand how to apply to apply this model within diverse communities including Indian tribes to increase cultural awareness and bolster addiction prevention. Members of the Washington State Music Mentors including tribal youth will assist attendees in developing, writing and performing poetry and songs dedicated to prevention education.
Our ongoing partnerships with Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna, Washington Governor Chris Gregoire, Washington Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery Director David Dickinson, The Swinomish, Yakama, Squaxin and Nooksack Indian Tribes and the Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling in supporting Washington State youth will be discussed"