In this episode of Youth Unfiltered, students shift from critique to creation — exploring what prevention and engagement could look like when youth voices lead the strategy. Drawing inspiration from the Iceland prevention model, highlighted through a TED Talk, the conversation focuses on connection, belonging, and proactive support rather than punishment.

Students discuss the importance of increased extracurricular opportunities, from sports and affinity groups to chess clubs and peer tutoring. Ideas like bringing animals into schools through partnerships with organizations such as the Humane Society, hosting midday assemblies with interactive, festival-like energy, and featuring youth facilitators or trusted teachers all emerge as ways to strengthen school culture and reduce risk.

The episode also breaks down which outreach methods actually resonate. Visual and social-first strategies — billboards, flyers, stickers, pins, and YouTube or Instagram ad campaigns — are seen as effective, while emails and platforms like WeChat or WhatsApp are largely ignored.

🎧 This episode is about building real solutions — grounded in connection, creativity, and the belief that prevention works best when students feel seen, supported, and involved.

Music By Ceaz
Produced By DSTRCT9 Creative Solutions