What is NASA?: Neighborhoods Against Substance Abuse is the Local Coordinating Council for Hancock County. NASA has been in existence since May of 1990 as a coalition of Hancock County citizens working to combat alcohol and other drug abuse within the structure of the Governor's Commission for a Drug-Free Indiana. Who is NASA?: NASA is governed by a Board of Directors, who meets once a month to discuss issues and develops strategies to reduce substance abuse in Hancock County. The Director is a full-time staff, and the only paid member of the group. NASA members cover a wide range of involvement and concerns. Members include professionals in the substance abuse field, law enforcement, schools, students, parents, and concerned citizens. This wide range in membership gives NASA the ability to tap into all corners of substance abuse issues. What is the Overall Mission of NASA?: NASA exists to break the cycle of addictions through Prevention, Education, Treatment, and Enforcement. (PETE) What is NASA Doing?: Since its inception, NASA has done and continues to do many things. NASA has funded substance abuse initiatives, coordinated public awareness activities, and developed a yearly comprehensive plan to fight substance abuse in Hancock County. Here are just a few examples of NASA's initiatives: Funding: NASA has helped fund the following for 2000: *Hancock County D.A.R.E. Program-provides classroom instruction for drug and alcohol awareness. *Hancock County Jail Treatment/Intervention Program-educates inmates on how substance abuse affects social and personal behavior. Public Awareness: *NASA sets up displays and distributes substance abuse information at Riley Days, Heartbeats Festival, the 4-H Fair, and more. Programs: *NASA has established a Twelve Step Program in the Hancock County Jail and in the community.