Talk It Out NC

Family Stories Month is the perfect chance to connect with children and teens. Ask them about their favorite family memories and use it as a starting point to talk about positive choices and preventing underage drinking. 📚 https://bit.ly/3YxcbsQ #PreventUnderageDrinking #StartTheConversation

⏰ As we gain an extra hour, it’s the perfect time to remind teens that every day represents a choice to develop healthy habits. Get tips and resources on our website to Start the Conversation about preventing underage drinking: https://bit.ly/459XdsR. #timechange #takethepledge #starttheconversation

Don’t let drinking and driving put a spell on your #Halloween fun! The “Halloween Booze It & Lose It” campaign from the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program is underway this week to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while impaired. Plan ahead so everyone gets home safely. https://bit.ly/3Zosg4X #BoozeItLoseIt #StartTheConversation

🛑 Myth: Teens bounce back fast, and teenage athletes can perform just fine after a night of drinking alcohol. ✅ Fact: Alcohol can hinder athletic performance for up to three days, delaying recovery and causing long-term issues with muscle loss and weakness. Your best games will come from staying alcohol-free. 🏅 #starttheconversation #takethepledge #mythvsfact

Underage drinking can be a tough issue to address. As a parent or mentor, encourage open dialogue and let your teen know they can talk to you about their struggles with alcohol or any other issue. https://bit.ly/3ZKBwAx #StartTheConversation #PreventUnderageDrinking

We’re so honored to be recognized by StateWays Magazine for having the Best Consumer Education Program of 2024! Talk it Out NC partnered with college athletes across North Carolina to spread awareness about the dangers of underage drinking and the benefits of making smart and healthy decisions on and off the field. 👉Watch the videos: https://bit.ly/4dTMcA8 👉Read the article: https://bit.ly/4dW0iAV

Have you met our mascot — A.B.Cardinal? At the NC State Fair today, he learned a lot, met some great folks, and had a little fun! First, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program launched the "Halloween Booze It & Lose It" campaign. It’s never okay to drink and drive. Please Start the Conversation with young people in your life about the dangers of underage drinking. Are you headed to the fair this weekend? Stop by our booth in Safety City to say hello and learn more about Talk it Out NC! #BoozeItandLoseIt #starttheconversation

Congratulations to Talk it Out NC ambassador Dr. Wanda Boone! The Greater Durham Black Chamber of Commerce has selected Dr. Boone as its 2025 Woman of the Year. The GDBCC is a nonprofit organization whose primary goal is to invest in the growth and development of Black entrepreneurs, Black businesses, Black business ecosystems, and the community at large. The ceremony honoring Dr. Boone will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Durham Convention Hall. https://bit.ly/4dVkjrv

The latest data shows that underage drinking is on the decline. Let's keep it that way! Get practical advice on our website for guiding young people toward healthier choices. https://bit.ly/3zBL5qD #StartTheConversation #PreventUnderageDrinking

When it comes to alcohol, teens face many types of peer pressure teens—from direct offers to drink alcohol to the unspoken pressure of seeing their friends do it. Help teens recognize and resist negative peer pressures by having open and honest discussions. https://bit.ly/3ZzftN1 #StartTheConversation #PreventUnderageDrinking