Welcome to the official showcase of The Prevention Studio. See how our 2026 youth cohort is using professional media production to break stigmas, spark conversations, and lead the charge in substance abuse prevention.
About
We shifted from the classroom to the studio. Over the past several months, our cohort at the Clayton County Police Department Headquarters has mastered professional camera operation, audio engineering, and studio lighting. More importantly, they stepped into the roles of writers, directors, and producers to create high-impact messaging for their peers.
The Work
Three campaigns, built for the feeds their peers actually scroll. Written, directed, and produced by the cohort. Tap a reel to watch.
The Concept
Leveraging social media trends to deliver a heavy-hitting intervention message.
The Message
"When someone needs help, we're not quiet about that."
Our students creatively reframed the concept of keeping secrets to emphasize the importance of speaking up and utilizing the 988 crisis lifeline.
The Concept
A dynamic, positive-social-norm campaign utilizing the Mannequin Challenge format.
The Message
"Recovery is worth celebrating."
Instead of focusing on substance use, the cohort designed this piece to make supporting and celebrating recovery the socially desirable behavior in their communities.
The Concept
A rhythmic, empowering, student-written narrative skit.
The Message
"Opioids don't have to write the rest of your story."
A powerful message of taking back control and changing the game, written by the youth, for the youth.
Our Partners
The Prevention Studio is a joint initiative brought to you by the Pillars Initiative and funded by the Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust.
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