The Ohio Youth-Led Collective is a statewide initiative created to strengthen and expand youth-led prevention efforts across Ohio. Our focus is simple: empower young people to use their voices, their ideas, and their leadership to create healthier and safer communities.

We work with youth, adult allies, and organizations across the state to build a coordinated, inclusive infrastructure for youth-led prevention. This initiative is funded by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and supports the long-term goal of reducing substance use and suicide among Ohio’s youth and young adults.

Through statewide collaboration, shared training opportunities, and access to high-quality resources, the Ohio Youth-Led Collective helps groups grow their impact and make informed decisions that support real change in their communities.