In this episode, Phillip Clark, CEO and executive director of Just Say Something, interviewed Roy
Davenport, a former board member and board president of the organization. Roy experienced
the tragic loss of his youngest son to fentanyl, which led him to become involved in the
organization. He and his daughter started a grief support group and have been dedicated to
raising awareness about substance abuse and its dangers.
Roy shares with Phillip his personal story of losing his son and how it motivated him to get
involved in raising awareness about substance abuse. He discusses the transitional period of
the organization, the importance of talking about these issues with children, and the need for
accountability for drug dealers. Roy states, "Talk to your kids about the issues. Just say
something."
Roy also talks about his passion for art and how it has helped him cope with grief. The episode
highlights the mission of Just Say Something and the importance of open communication and
support for families affected by substance abuse. Roy tells Phillip, "You need to talk to your
children, make them aware of what's going on, and make those lines of communication always
open."
Key Takeaways:
• Just Say Something went through a transitional period, including a name change, but its
mission to educate the public about substance abuse remained the same.
• Talking to children about substance abuse and keeping lines of communication open is
crucial in preventing and addressing the issue.
• Roy and his daughter started a grief support group to help other families deal with loss
and grief.
• Roy's art has become more than just a hobby; he now dedicates a percentage of his
art sales to Just Say Something.
For more information, please visit us at www.justsaysomethingsc.org or give us a call at
(864)467-4099.
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