Becoming a member of BHCC is easy! Simply ask yourself this question: “Do I want to help make a difference in the lives of youth in our community by helping create substance-free safe spaces and events? “If the answer is “YES!” Or if your answer is “I am curious and want to learn more!” Then BHCC is for you.
Worried about the time commitment? It’s okay! A lot of people are. So, what can you expect? Typically, 2-4 hours a month is what most members give, 2 hours being the bare minimum to attend our monthly meeting (1.5 hours every 3rd Tuesday of the month), and approximately (½ hour reading the monthly newsletter to stay up to date on the coalition’s work).
If you prefer to be a more “active” coalition member, there are many opportunities to get involved, like leading one of our 12 sectors (see graphic for list of sectors), being a chaperone at events for youth, lending your voice/experience surrounding substance use, as well as many other ways.
Anyone with an interest in reducing youth substance use within the Burlington community is welcome to join! Please download and complete the fillable BHCC membership agreement form, and send it to Käaren Flint at [email protected].
Those who speak Spanish, parents from within the Burlington-Edison School District area, local business leaders, partners in substance use disorder prevention/treatment, and representatives from faith-based communities are especially encouraged to join us.
