Our Mission
The RISE Drug Free MKE coalition raises awareness of substance (mis)use, and, through inclusive education, elevates our entire community, from our youth to our elders, out of the harms caused by substance (mis)use.
Established in 2011, the RISE Drug Free MKE coalition (formerly MCSAP) exists to raise awareness to elevate youth in Milwaukee County through education, and to lift the entire community out of harms caused by substance use. With our coalition partners we will RISE to provide youth with Resources for Inclusive Substance Education. RISE is more than a name: It is a call to action, and a promise of the direction we're moving in as a community, together.
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Our diverse partners from across Milwaukee County unite to create safe and healthy communities for families.
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RISE Drug Free MKE offers multiple trainings and workshops each month on substance-free living, mental health, and wellness.
Our 2023 Impact
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Youth Participating in LifeSkills Classes
607
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People Reached via Social Media
45,497
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People Attended RISE Partners' Outreach Events
5,200
From the Blog
Mental health stigma within Black communities remains an on-going challenge, deeply rooted with historical trauma and systemic mistrust. The history of discrimination, along with cultural and socioeconomic factors, has contributed to a silence around mental health issues. Yet, within this complex story, there is also a rich tradition of resilience and strength.
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