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The DARE to be You program (DTBY) is a research based multi-level
prevention program. It was selected as one of the first national
replication prevention programs and is now on the National Registry for
Effective Prevention Programs.
It builds on the strengths of youth and develops individual assets in
youth, families, schools, and community organizations.
Focus principals include |
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Decision-making and problem solving
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Assertive communication skills, social skills
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Responsibility and Role Modeling
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Efficacy, Esteem for self and others, Empathy Development
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DARE to be You (DTBY) is unique in providing training components and materials for all levels of the
community which influence youth. Each of these components has undergone 5 to 20 years of research comparing
participants with control groups:
Family-based classes
- DTBY for Preschool Families (NREPP)
- DTBY Bridges for Families with Youth in K-2 and their Teachers
- DTBY Care to Wait for Families with Middle School Youth (with a
sexual decision-making/abstinence
component)
Youth-based programs
- School curriculum for school or after-school programs and other youth organizations
Training for community youth workers and teachers
Training for peer counselors/peer educators
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For additional information contact
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DARE to be You
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Jan Miller-Heyl, Director
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215 N Linden Street, Suite E
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Cortez CO 81321
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970-565-3606
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Fax 970-565-4641
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darecort@ext.colostate.edu
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Or: Colorado State University
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Attn: Sue Sidinger, Prog Asst
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136 Aylesworth Hall NW
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Fort Collins, CO 80523-4050
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susan.sidinger@colostate.edu
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