L.E.A.D. - Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence

This year, we have six fantastic breakout sessions for our conference attendees. Register for the L.E.A.D. National Conference to access these critically informative classes. Jacqueline Hall │ Stress in Blue: The Hidden Impact of Chronic Stress on Your Body and DNA Joe Loonam │ Finding Light Through the Darkness Dr. Jessica Hamilton │Youth Suicide Prevention Douglas Wyman │LGBTQ+ Issues and Law Enforcement's Response Michele Gay Staying Safe │Teaching Students the Life Skills of Safety Steven MacDonald │Behavioral and Digital Threat Assessment? (BDTA): Identification and Assessment of Threats Through a Three-Step Response Plan Link to register: https://lnkd.in/ej7WFxiG

Happy Women's History Month! L.E.A.D. is celebrating the women who've helped us become a bastion of drug abuse and violence prevention nationwide. Many women have helped our cause. This month, we highlight six of our 2024 State Instructor of the Year award winners whose dedication to the mission inspires women and girls nationwide. (From Top Right to Bottom Left) Sergeant Tracey Harvey, Tennessee Sergeant Ka Ena Brown, Hawaii Officer Artesia Henry, Nevada Officer Quinta Lossa, Georgia Officer Kimberly Smith, Texas Officer Sera Shaw, Ohio

Get trained in tested, proven, and effective drug and violence curricula at the L.E.A.D. Conference. On Sunday, March 30th, there will be single-day trainings for the Too Good For Drugs curriculum, Too Good For Violence Curriculum, and the Digital Threat Assessment: Clear? program. Registration for each of the trainings is still open. Secure a seat in one of these essential trainings today. ???https://lnkd.in/ej7WFxiG (Full Conference and Single-Day passes available)

Announcing our Keynote Speakers for our National Conference! ??Col. Patrick A. Callahan, Superintendent of the N.J. State Police? ??Michele Gay and Frank DeAngelis - Rising to Resilience: Perspectives from Columbine to Sandy Hook ??Dr. Beth J Sanborn - Hidden, High, and Hammered ??Susan Payne - Duty to Care Entire Conference and Single-Day tickets are still available! Secure your seat here ?? https://lnkd.in/ej7WFxiG

Our regular pricing for the 2025 National L.E.A.D. Conference has been extended! Come listen to experts in the field of drug and violence prevention March 30 - April 1. Tickets can be purchased on our website. Click the link to register: https://lnkd.in/ej7WFxiG

Seats are still available for L.E.A.D.'s 10th Annual 21st Century Drug and Violence Prevention Training Conference in Atlantic City! Register today! Tickets and Info: https://lnkd.in/ej7WFxiG

Seats are still available at L.E.A.D.'s 10th annual Drug & Violence Prevention Training Conference March 30-April 1 at Harrah's Resort Atlantic City! Don't miss the training, impactful breakouts, insightful keynotes, and empowering community connections baked into our jam-packed weekend! Check out the agenda and register on our website: https://lnkd.in/ej7WFxiG

We are proud to be a Bronze Sponsor of the South Carolina Sheriff's Association's Winter Conference! If you are attending, visit Booth 26 and talk to our team about our evidence-based drug and violence prevention program your deputies can teach in local classrooms! Registration is still open for our 21st Century Drug and Violence Prevention Training Conference in Atlantic City, March 30-April 1. Sheriffs: Be our guests! Talk with Julie Ann at Booth 26 to find out how to redeem your free pass!

This Black History Month, we proudly honor our African American L.E.A.D. Officers who serve in the classroom with dedication, courage, and an unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe. We celebrate their resilience, selfless service, and impact on shaping a brighter, safer future for all. Thank you for your tireless efforts and for showing us the true meaning of leadership. Pictured are just a few of many outstanding members of our L.E.A.D. family. #BlackHistoryMonth #LEAD #Celebrating10Years

Congratulations to the 5th Grade graduates of the L.E.A.D. program at the Oak Elementary School in Bartlett, TN! Our Regional Director for the state, Nick Glenn, was on hand to congratulate the graduates. L.E.A.D. Instructor Officer M. Weibel, Principal Susan Lawson, Mayor David Parsons, and Chief J. Cox had the opportunity for a photo-op for the L.E.A.D. essay awards winners! #LEAD #Celebrating10Years