Wilson County Substance Prevention Coalition

Community-Minded People Creating Community-Level Change

Who We Are

The Wilson County Substance Prevention Coalition is dedicated to reducing substance misuse among youth and, over time, adults by addressing the conditions that increase risk and strengthening the community factors that promote prevention and well-being.

Our vision is a community where every resident can access comprehensive prevention, treatment, recovery, and risk reduction services quickly, easily, and without judgment. Through a collaborative approach, we bring together community partners to align efforts, maximize impact, and avoid duplication of services. By fostering inclusiveness, engagement, and shared responsibility, we create a stronger, more unified prevention network.

Our Focus Areas

PREVENTION

TREATMENT

RECOVERY

RISK REDUCTION

Why It Matters

The Impact in Wilson County

Substance misuse affects families, schools, workplaces and the overall health of our community. We rely on ongoing community data, both qualitative and quantitative, to understand local needs, identify risk factors, and shape effective prevention strategies.

11-14

Average age our youth
report first tasting alcohol

American Journal of Psychiatry, May 2020

$17.6M

Estimated economic loss from medication and drug fatalities in Wilson County in 2016

NC Injury & Violence Prevention Branch

86%

Percentage of youth report
parental disapproval of
prescription drug misuse

Community Date & Focus Groups

Prevention, Recovery and Hope

The coalition works alongside trusted community partners to ensure Wilson County has a coordinated response:

Recovery Concepts Community Center (RC3) – Supporting recovery and peer-led services
Hope Alliance- Providing safety, advocacy and crisis services

While each organization plays a unique role, together we form a connected network dedicated to prevention, recovery and long-term community well-being.