In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, hear from the new CEO of Shatterproof, a national nonprofit working to reverse the addiction crisis. Pam Jenkins recently stepped into the organization’s top role after more than three decades in public health.
Jenkins is widely recognized for creating bold, award-winning health campaigns that break through the noise. She led the team that introduced the Red Dress as the national symbol for women and heart disease, a campaign that reshaped public awareness across the country.
In our conversation, she shares her top priorities as CEO, what concerns her most about the current addiction crisis, and how she plans to use her platform to drive meaningful change in a fight that impacts millions of Americans.
Explore Shatterproof’s Treatment Atlas here.
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MEET THE GUEST
Pam Jenkins
Pam Jenkins is the CEO of Shatterproof and a nationally recognized leader with over 30 years of experience in public health communications and public affairs. She leads the organization’s mission to transform addiction prevention and treatment through science-based solutions and systemic change.




