Dawn of a dead good zombie website

Don't Be A Zombie microsite

A new microsite which aims to educate young people about drug and alcohol misuse is set to launch in the Borough.

The Don't Be A Zombie microsite is the brain child of young person's drug and alcohol charity Early Break, developed in partnership with the council, Make Agency and local young people.

The site features information and advice on a whole host of substances ranging from alcohol and cannabis to heroin and amphetamine. The information includes various drugs laws and legalities, prices, slang names, impact on physical and mental health and harm reduction messages.

There is also a 'Dezombify Me' section which provides self-help documents and leaflets.

Vicky Maloney, Chief Executive Officer at Early Break, said "We were keen to embrace and build on the opportunities afforded by digital health related media. As a young person's service we felt there was a clear gap in the market for a new site which offered advice, information and support to young people in a way that was visually engaging, evidence based and memorable. The new 'Don't be a Zombie' microsite is the perfect platform to educate and encourage discussions around substance misuse in a fun way, supporting healthy informed choice."

Councillor Janet Emsley, Rochdale Borough Council Cabinet Member for Culture, Health and Wellbeing, said: "It is important that we educate young people about the harms and issues associated with drug and alcohol misuse so they can make healthier lifestyle choices and improve their quality of life for years to come. It is fantastic that we have this new resource that they can use to find information for themselves easily and remember the facts."

Don't Be A Zombie will be launched on Tuesday 17 November 2015 with a 'zombariffic' event from 1.30pm – 3pm at the Drama Theatres, Hopwood Hall, Middleton. Light refreshments will be provided.

There will be a zombie inspired drama production at the event by performing arts students from Hopwood Hall and the chance to try out the microsite first hand.

For more information or to book a place at the launch event please contact:

info@earlybreak.co.uk