Know More KS creates prevention awareness campaigns that are time-bound, strategic campaigns aimed to raise awareness, educate, and reduce stigma in Kansas.
From this page you can access each campaign’s resources, content, and information to disseminate in your community.
AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS
2025 AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS
October is National Substance Use Prevention Month, first recognized in 2011 to honor the power of prevention and the people behind it. Whether you’re a prevention professional, a youth advocate, or someone with a personal story, your voice matters.
“Voices of Prevention” shares stories of hope, strength, change, dignity, and purpose to drive suicide prevention. Throughout September, we honor lived experiences, promote healing, and empower communities to take action—building a culture that prioritizes mental health, reduces stigma, and saves lives.
Reducing alcohol intake can boost energy, mental clarity, and well-being. Our campaign and social media toolkit, “Taking Control; Thriving More” empowers individuals to make mindful choices and embrace a healthier life.
Kansas is recognizing March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month with the theme “Seeking Understanding” to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support those affected. This effort aligns with the “Know When the Game is Playing You” campaign to promote player health.
2024 AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS
Hope is essential in suicide prevention because it provides a sense of purpose and meaning, reduces feelings of helplessness, and promotes resilience and positive coping strategies. For the month of September, we will be emphasizing how seeking hope in our daily lives can be transformative and uplifting, especially in the realm of suicide prevention. We hope you will join us in #HarvestingHope.
April marks Alcohol Awareness Month, providing an important occasion to enhance your understanding of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and the detrimental effects of alcohol misuse on both individual health and societal well-being. The repercussions of alcohol-related issues persistently burden individuals, families, and communities.
When we “Know The Odds,” we equip ourselves with the knowledge to make informed and responsible choices, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support. This campaign encourages open conversations that emphasize not just the risks but also the possibilities of prevention and recovery.
2023 AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS
This year, our theme for National Substance Abuse Prevention Month is #ChooseYourPath. Youth are encouraged to make choices today that will benefit their future selves – those that promote health, well-being, and personal values.
In August, during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we will be emphasizing how experiencing awe in our daily lives can be transformative and uplifting, especially in the realm of suicide prevention. We hope you will join us in #FeelingAWEfull.
Alcohol Awareness Month is an important time for everyone to learn more about the risks, effects, and consequences of drinking alcohol. It is also a time to recognize the power of addiction and how it can affect individuals and families. Learn more about the resources available to those affected by alcohol misuse, and to work together to create a healthier, safer environment for everyone.
Raise Awareness + Reduce Stigma
PGAM is an opportunity to educate the public about warning signs of problem gambling, the impact it can have on an individual and their family, and resources available to those affected. Additionally, PGAM aims to reduce the stigma attached to problem gambling, giving those affected by it a safe place to seek help.