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Head Start/Anti-Substance Abuse Program Falters in New Jersey

October 1, 2003 | Program Result

Concerned Parents for Head Start in Paterson, N.J., developed Project Unconditional, a project designed to integrate family and community strengthening components into Head Start to reduce risks for substance abuse.

Camden, N.J., Program Aims to Steer Youth Away from Drugs

September 1, 2002 | Program Result

The Woodland Community Development Corporation developed a project that provides inner-city children in Camden, N.J., ages 5-14, with tutoring and enrichment activities in an effort to delay their experimentation with alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs.

Problem-Solving Skills Help Kids Build Self-Esteem and Steer Clear of Drugs

August 1, 1998 | Program Result

The Social Problem Solving Unit of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey expanded its social-skills-development and problem-solving program from fourth and fifth grades only to a schoolwide model for New Jersey elementary schools.

Safer Newark, N.J., Initiative Sets Low Tolerance for Repeat Offenders and Firearm Use

February 1, 2004 | Program Result

Rutgers University's School of Criminal Justice pulled together a task force to examine the nature of Newark's violent crime problem and take steps to address it.

"Newark Fighting Back" Organizers Tackled Substance Abuse, Increased Treatment Rates

May 1, 2003 | Program Result

In 1989, the Boys and Girls Club of Newark initiated a project designed to reduce demand for alcohol, tobacco and other drugs in selected neighborhoods in the city of Newark.

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