GUIDE, Inc.

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GUIDE, Inc. is a substance abuse prevention agency serving Georgia since 1986. (Gwinnett United in Drug Education, Inc.)

is a non-profit community-based substance abuse prevention agency that has been serving Gwinnett County since 1986. GUIDE originated as a joint effort by the Gwinnett County Board of Education and the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners to assure an on-going, concentrated and comprehensive approach to substance abuse prevention in Gwinnett. Since then, GUIDE’s services have expanded to also include the metropolitan Atlanta region and the entire state of Georgia. Georgia Teen Institute is a youth leadership program for Youth Action Teams throughout Georgia that begins with a summer training program and continues with year round follow-up. Youth teams attend a four-day residential camp held at a college to develop leadership skills and engage in a strategic planning process through workshops, team and networking meetings and team building activities. The program currently supports 30-40 teams around the state. GUIDE follows up with additional training and technical assistance, networking meetings and monthly reports outlining teams’ actions and activities.

10/13/2026

You can make a difference in someone’s life.

Join us on October 21 for QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) training and learn how to recognize the warning signs of a su***de crisis, start a conversation and connect someone with help.

📅 October 21, 1–3 pm EST
💻 Virtual

You don’t have to be a mental health professional to help. Learn practical skills that can save a life.

guideinc.swoogo.com/2026QPR |

10/12/2026

Looking for opportunities to learn, connect and grow?

Visit GUIDE’s Events page to explore upcoming trainings, workshops and other opportunities for prevention and youth development professionals.

See what’s coming up and make plans to join us: guideinc.org/events.

10/10/2026

Today is ! 🌎💚

Talking openly about mental health can help reduce stigma, strengthen connections and remind people that they don’t have to face challenges alone. Sometimes, simply knowing how to start a conversation—or how to really listen—can make a meaningful difference.

Mental Health Foundation has helpful resources with practical guidance for talking about mental health, becoming a better listener, supporting someone who may be struggling and more.

Explore the resources and consider how you can help create space for more open, supportive conversations about mental health: mentalhealth.org.uk/worldmentalhealthday.

10/07/2026

We are excited to offer several upcoming virtual su***de prevention opportunities! Registration is open for all trainings for the remainder of 2026.

QPR
QPR teaches participants Question, Persuade and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from su***de.
Training will be held on the following dates from 1–3 pm EST:
- October 21
- November 18
- December 16

Youth Mental Health First Aid
YMHFA teaches adults how to help an adolescent who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.
Training will be held from 9 am–3 pm on the following date:
- November 13

See more details and register: bit.ly/GUIDEmhEvents.

10/06/2026

Leadership is stronger with connection! Make time to step away from the day-to-day and join fellow OST leaders from across Georgia for Leading with Purpose: Community for OST Leaders.

This free virtual conversation series from GUIDE and GSAN offers a space to connect with peers, share experiences, reflect and recharge.

📅 Nov. 17, Jan. 19, March 23 & May 11
⏰ 12 pm EST

Join us for one conversation or come back for them all! Registration is required.

🔗 bit.ly/3TehSfb

09/30/2026

✨ YAT Spotlight ✨

Georgia Teen SEC plan to implement their UNCLOUDED Campaign to educate middle and high school students in Newton County on the dangers of va**ng using various physical resources and social media outlets.

Newton Opi YAT plans to expand knowledge on opioids through interactive activities within the Newton County community.

09/29/2026

Anyone can learn to help save a life from su***de.

Register now to join us for our upcoming virtual QPR training on October 21 from 1-3 pm EST. This is a great chance to earn a FREE certification in this important su***de prevention approach.

guideinc.swoogo.com/2026QPR |

09/24/2026

✨ YAT Spotlight ✨

Epik will hold a community fair to provide information to prevent and reduce teen drug use.

09/23/2026

Interested in building your prevention knowledge or working toward a prevention credential?

Registration is now open to join us virtually for the PCCG Core Courses this fall! This convenient series gives participants the opportunity to complete all four required core courses from the comfort of home or the office.

🗓️ All trainings are held from 9 am–4 pm via Zoom.

• October 6 & 7 – Fundamentals of Prevention
• October 13 – Cultural Competency for the Prevention Professional
• October 20 – Ethics in the Prevention Field
• October 29 – Communication Skills for the Prevention Professional

Build a strong foundation in prevention while strengthening the skills and competencies needed to make a lasting impact in your community.

⏳ Registration for each course closes one week before the scheduled training at 5 pm.

🔗 Register today: guideinc.swoogo.com/fall2026pccg

09/22/2026

Think everyone is va**ng? Think again.

Many teens believe va**ng is more common than it actually is. This misconception—known as a social norm—can increase the pressure to fit in and make risky behaviors seem more acceptable.

The good news? Most young people are making healthy choices. Our latest blog explores how correcting these misperceptions, having open conversations and sharing accurate information about the risks of va**ng can help prevent youth ni****ne use.

Check it out: bit.ly/3UEBt8U

Address

750 S Perry Street
Lawrenceville, GA
30046

Website

http://www.guideinc.org/

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