How Drug Free Clubs Help Students Say No | Episode 162 with Angie Ferguson & Dave Huggins

Drug Free Clubs of America (DFCA) is revolutionizing how schools approach substance abuse prevention. In this episode, Jake White welcomes back Angie Ferguson and introduces Dave Huggins, Program Development Specialist, to discuss how their innovative program gives students tools to say no, builds community around drug-free choices, and creates powerful social proof that choosing to stay drug-free is the cool choice.Learn how voluntary drug testing, peer-led incentives, and student-run events like the annual Fall Rally are changing school culture and helping 99.5% of participating students test negative for drugs.TakeawaysStudents are more confident saying no when they have an easy reasonVoluntary accountability can support healthy choicesPeer visibility helps show students they’re not aloneStudent-led rewards and events strengthen school cultureDrug testing can be supportive rather than punitiveStrong prevention programs give students community, confidence, and choiceConnect with David HugginsWebsite: https://drugfreeclubs.comEmail Dave: [email protected] feedback, questions and new episode [email protected]/vive18_