Welcome to
Students Empowered to End Dependency
We are a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, committed to reducing substance use among Maine students by engaging them in compelling learning opportunities and messaging campaigns.
Airing on Maine Public on Thursday, February 27 @ 8pm. Click here to view additional Voices of Hope episodes.
Voices of Hope video clips in SUD School Presentations has proven to be a great way to get kids focused on the real problem.
Our Goals
- Reduce the stigma associated with drug and alcohol dependence
- Teach the science underlying Substance Use Disorder
- Promote recovery services and invite people into the recovery community
- Reduce the number of young people who initiate use of drugs and alcohol
Support Us
Please let us know what you think!
Students Empowered to End Dependency appreciates and looks forward to hearing from you.
We also welcome donations to support out efforts to reduce substance use among Maine teens. Thank you!
SEED DEI Statement: Students Empowered to End Dependency commits to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in all of our work efforts. We welcome and have employed students from diverse backgrounds, circumstances, minority populations and gender identities. SEED school programs reach all counties in the state of Maine and provide special emphasis to school populations that have experienced poverty and high levels of adverse childhood experiences. Our goal is to ensure that all who participate in SEED programs and events feel respected and valued.