Jason A. McCoy, MPH
Public Health Author • Prevention Speaker
Public Health prevention specialist helping schools and communities address youth vaping, cannabis use, and adolescent substance prevention.
11+ Years Prevention Work | 34 Local Ordinances | 10,000+ Students Reached | HOPE Facilitator
Jason A. McCoy, MPH is a public health prevention specialist, author, and speaker focused on helping communities address youth substance use through clarity, evidence, and hope.
For more than a decade, Jason has worked alongside schools, coalitions, and local leaders to reduce youth vaping and substance use while strengthening the protective factors that help young people thrive. His work blends research-informed prevention strategies, Positive Community Norms approaches, and HOPE-informed frameworks that emphasize connection and positive experiences.
Jason regularly speaks with students, parents, educators, and community leaders about youth nicotine use, cannabis risk perception, and practical prevention strategies that support both families and schools.
Prevention Experience
• 11+ years in public health prevention
• 34 local prevention ordinances advanced
• 10,000+ students engaged in prevention education
• Licensed HOPE Facilitator and Champion
• Positive Community Norms practitioner and trainer
Current Focus
Jason works with schools, communities, and prevention coalitions to strengthen youth substance prevention through education, policy strategy, and Positive Community Norms initiatives. His presentations and training sessions are designed to reduce fear-based messaging while increasing clarity, connection, and community engagement around prevention.
A Personal Commitment to Prevention
Jason lives in Fargo with his family and is passionate about helping communities support the next generation through clarity, connection, and prevention.
Interested in bringing Jason to your school or community?
Schools, coalitions, and parent groups can request speaking availability below.