The Southwest Council is a private, non-profit health agency which provides prevention and education services to the counties of Cumberland, Salem, and Gloucester. The Southwest Council is a member of the New Jersey Prevention Network, a state-wide corporation linking prevention services throughout the entire state of New Jersey.

Please click here for a list of New Jersey Prevention Network Affiliates.

Founded in 1991 as a primary Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug (ATOD) prevention services provider, The Southwest Council's sole mission is to reduce the incidence and prevalence of the illegal use, misuse, and continued abuse of these harmful substances.

The Southwest Council's goal is to increase awareness about ATOD related problems in our communities, schools, businesses, and professional organizations, as well as assisting families and individuals by offering services and referrals whenever possible.

The Southwest Council serves as the county ATOD Prevention Resource Center with offices in Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem counties.

The Southwest Council is funded by federal, state and county grants, as well as private contracts, corporate sponsorships and individual contributions. As a tax exempt agency, all contributions made to The Southwest Council, Inc. are tax deductible.

Click here to see a complete list of The Southwest Council's Board Members.