The Ministry of National Security has partnered with community groups to launch information sessions during Alcohol Awareness Month.

A spokesman for the ministry said the Department of National Drug Control is working with awareness group Cada and prevention charity Shift, formerly known as Pride Bermuda, to host sessions every Friday in April.

The theme this year is Hope and Happy Opportunities.

The sessions are held at the department headquarters at Melbourne House on Parliament Street, Pembroke between 11am and 1pm.

Michael Weeks, the Minister of National Security, said alcohol misuse poses a serious public safety issue in Bermuda, particularly on the island’s roads.

“Too many of our road traffic fatalities involve alcohol,” he said.

“This campaign is about more than information, it’s about prevention. It’s about saving lives and creating a culture of personal responsibility and healthier choices.

“By reaching out to the public, especially our youth, we are reinforcing the message that their decisions matter. We’re equipping families, educators and individuals with the tools they need to support safer communities.”

The sessions focus on several key areas including alcohol use among youth, links between alcohol and cancer, and health warnings.

The ministry spokesman said information booths on alcohol will also be set up to help raise awareness, urging the public to join the conversation about responsible use.

“The need for prevention is now,” he added.

“By helping the public connect the dots, from early intervention to recovery, we’re laying the foundation for a healthier and more resilient Bermuda.”