Teen Talks: Changing the Story (When Addiction Hits Home)

Teen Talks: Changing the Story (When Addiction Hits Home) is Eluna's one-hour, teen-led Community Conversation designed to amplify and empower youth voices on the topic of substance use prevention and family addiction impact. This event will bring together courageous teen panelists — all Camp Mariposa alumni — who will share their experiences growing up impacted by addiction in their homes, the challenges they’ve faced, and the strategies that have helped them persevere through Eluna’s prevention and mentoring program. Crafted by teens for teens, this conversation centers authenticity, connection, and the belief that young people are powerful agents of support and change. Through honest storytelling, reflection, and peer-to-peer encouragement, this live event will raise awareness about how substance misuse impacts youth and spark meaningful conversation about prevention, resilience, and how communities can come together to support children and teens affected by family addiction.