About BCPC
Founded in 2010, the Bergen County Prevention Coalition (BCPC) unites passionate individuals and organizations to reduce youth and young adult substance use and prevent related problems. Together, we tackle underage drinking, prescription drug misuse, opioid abuse among 18–25-year-olds, and emerging drugs across all ages. BCPC drives change through community-wide strategies, measurable outcomes, and collaborative initiatives. Monthly meetings provide networking, training, and planning opportunities based on local data.
Membership is open to anyone committed to creating a healthy, safe, and drug-free Bergen County. General Membership Meetings are held on the third Thursday of every month from 10:00am – 11:00am.
For more information or to become a member contact the Prevention Warmline: 201-225-8848
Community Partner Events
Events are free and open to the public
Resume Building and Interview Skills for People in Recovery
Discover your strengths, tell your story with confidence, and take the next step toward employment in our Resume Building & Interview Skills Workshop, designed specifically for individuals in recovery. This supportive, judgment-free workshop helps you create a professional resume that highlights your skills, lived experience, and readiness for the workforce.
Whether you're seeking your first job in recovery or exploring a new career path, this workshop gives you the tools, practice, and encouragement you need to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Maximum 30 People. RSVP Required
Bergen County Prevention Coalition Meeting
BCPC works to prevent underage drinking, opioid misuse, and emerging drug trends through community strategies and collaboration. Monthly meetings: 3rd Thursday, 10–11 AM. Open to all committed to a healthy, drug-free Bergen County.
Parents Who Host Lose the Most: Westwood
Parents Who Host, Lose the Most” is a powerful, eye‑opening presentation designed to help parents understand the real risks behind allowing underage drinking—even in your own home. Through relatable stories, surprising facts, and practical guidance, this session breaks down the myths (“They’re safer if they drink here…”) and highlights the real‑world consequences that can affect teens, families, and entire communities.
Opioid Settlement Webinar(State of NJ)
Learn about opioid settlement funding and how it can support evidence based practices in your community
STOMP Conference
The retail environment is a major channel used by Big Tobacco to promote youth initiation and use of tobacco products. Point-of-sale strategies enhance state and local tobacco control efforts. Implementing policies in your community will strengthen a comprehensive approach to combat tobacco use rates among youth and adults.
Watch “The Voices of Addiction” by the Bergen County Prevention Coalition
This powerful PSA shares the real stories of three Bergen County residents:
- A mother who lost her 21-year-old daughter to a heroin overdose
- A former high school track star now incarcerated after becoming addicted to painkillers
- A young woman who started using heroin at 17 and is now in recovery
Each story began the same way—alcohol and marijuana seemed harmless. But early use led to pills, then heroin, with outcomes that range from death to jail to hope.
