Drug Free Cherokee is an initiative of Cherokee FOCUS comprised of members of the Cherokee county Georgia business community, law enforcement and government agencies, as well as concerned citizens. We offer online resources and information for the Cherokee county community. If you are interested in booking a speaker through our Speaker’s Bureau, click the Speaker's Bureau link to request a date.

Our Mission – To develop a Drug Free Cherokee through a collaboration of resources for individuals and families affected by substance abuse through awareness, education, prevention, intervention and recovery.

Our Vision – A united Cherokee County that is healthy, safe, and drug free.

Drug Free Cherokee, in coordination with FOCUS, hosts two major events each year in Cherokee county: Cherokee Night Out, held in the fall of each year, and the Cherokee Anti-Drug Summit, held each spring.

Cherokee Night Out                                                                                                      coming October 1, 2009
A Family Event that:
• Heightens crime and drug prevention awareness;
• Generates support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts;
• Strengthens neighborhood spirit and police-community and public safety partnerships;
• Sends a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
The 4th Annual Cherokee Night Out is scheduled for:
   o Thursday, October 1, 2009
   o 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM
   o American Legion Field – Canton
 Download the 2009 Cherokee Night Out Flyer (PDF)

Cherokee 3rd Annual Anti-Drug Summit                                                     was held April 30, 2009
A Community Learning Opportunity:
• Designed to address the growing drug epidemic in our nation;
• Brings together law enforcement and social services to provide the latest information in the war on drugs;
• Makes resources available for prevention, alternatives to drug use, counseling and recovery services.