The November 26, 2024, episode of Voice of Vashon featured Dr. J. David Hawkins, founding director of the Social Development Research Group at the University of Washington. He discussed research and strategies for preventing youth behavior problems, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to fostering positive development and reducing risks. The conversation highlighted community engagement and family involvement as key components of successful prevention programs and included information on the Social Development Strategy.
For more details, you can listen to the discussion here.