Get Involved

Join us in promoting safe and healthy discussions about drug use by young people in Dallas!

Coalition – a voluntary, strategic, alliance … to enhance [our ability] to achieve a common purpose by sharing risks, responsibilities, resources and rewards. Coalitions are the most effective and efficient vehicle for community problem solving. Coalitions help enhance the community by creating positive change and promoting healthy lifestyles in the community.

What it takes to be a member:

• Commit time, expertise, in-kind service and support DADPP’s mission and strategies
• Sign a Partnership Agreement
• Attend Coalition meetings
• Actively assist with at least one Work Group

Work Groups

Data/Epidemiology Chair:
Karyn Kelbaugh, Karyn Kelbaugh LLC

Law Enforcement Chair:
Lance Koppa, Highland Park DPS

Prevention/Education Chair:
Becky Tinney, Recovery Resource Council

Executive Committee

Chair: Chaslyn Stokes, Dallas CASA

Vice Chair: Sherri Posey, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

Membership Chair: Phil Van Guilder