OFFICIALS ACKNOWLEDGE NYC DRUG EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR SCHOOLCHILDREN IN HONOR OF UNITED NATIONS DAY AGAINST DRUGS Congresswoman Grace Meng presented a U.S. House of Representatives Proclamation and New York City Council Member Paul A. Vallone presented a City of New York Proclamation to the Foundation for a Drug-Free World (FDFW) Northeast Chapter last night at the Fialkoff Dental Study Club. Dr. Bernard Fialkoff, Queens Periodontist and Dental Implant Specialist, founded the study club in the mid ‘90s and founded the Foundation for a Drug-Free World Queens Chapter (www.drugfreeworld.org) by running the community service program through his office and educational group. Since 2011, Dr. Fialkoff’s chapter presented more than 300 free drug education events to NYC schools, after-school programs and community centers. In 2006, Meghan Fialkoff, Community Affairs Director at Dr. Fialkoff’s office, founded the Northeast Chapter of Foundation for a Drug-Free World. Together, they have presented more than 600 free drug education events, pledging in more than 50,000 students in the Youth Drug-Free Pledge in the past eight years. Congresswoman Meng and Councilman Vallone’s presentations acknowledged their work and the significance of professionals taking part in vital programs like these.
Congresswoman Meng’s proclamation states, “The Northeast Chapter of FDFW’s focus on youth education, community development and commitment to cultural diversity is what builds long-lasting bonds among people and communities.” She also declared June 4, 2014 as “The Northeast Chapter of Foundation for a Drug Free World Day” throughout the Sixth Congressional District. FDFW is holding its 7th Annual Drug Free Heroes Awards Gala on June 12 at 227 West 46th Street in Manhattan in honor of the United Nations’ Day Against Drugs, established by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in the ‘80’s. Both officials presented the proclamations to acknowledge this annual event and this year’s 10 Drug Free Hero Awardees. Councilman Vallone’s proclamation reads, “Since 2007, the Northeast Chapter of FDFW has awarded 29 significant community leaders in New York City at its Drug-Free Hero Awards {…}. This June 12, 2014 marks the 7th Annual Drug Free Heroes Awards Gala {…}. The Northeast Chapter will honor 10 significant community leaders including an NYPD Detective, NYPD Sergeant, a musical artist, After-School Directors, and a Substance Abuse Counselor. To date the FDFW and its Truth about Drugs Campaign has reached over 50,000 students and helped bring about a reduction of drug usage amongst our youth. The Council of the City of New York proudly honors the members and supporters of The Northeast Chapter of The Foundation for a Drug-Free World for their unwavering commitment and outstanding contributions to a drug-free future.”
Congresswoman Meng’s proclamation states, “The Northeast Chapter of FDFW’s focus on youth education, community development and commitment to cultural diversity is what builds long-lasting bonds among people and communities.” She also declared June 4, 2014 as “The Northeast Chapter of Foundation for a Drug Free World Day” throughout the Sixth Congressional District. FDFW is holding its 7th Annual Drug Free Heroes Awards Gala on June 12 at 227 West 46th Street in Manhattan in honor of the United Nations’ Day Against Drugs, established by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime in the ‘80’s. Both officials presented the proclamations to acknowledge this annual event and this year’s 10 Drug Free Hero Awardees. Councilman Vallone’s proclamation reads, “Since 2007, the Northeast Chapter of FDFW has awarded 29 significant community leaders in New York City at its Drug-Free Hero Awards {…}. This June 12, 2014 marks the 7th Annual Drug Free Heroes Awards Gala {…}. The Northeast Chapter will honor 10 significant community leaders including an NYPD Detective, NYPD Sergeant, a musical artist, After-School Directors, and a Substance Abuse Counselor. To date the FDFW and its Truth about Drugs Campaign has reached over 50,000 students and helped bring about a reduction of drug usage amongst our youth. The Council of the City of New York proudly honors the members and supporters of The Northeast Chapter of The Foundation for a Drug-Free World for their unwavering commitment and outstanding contributions to a drug-free future.”