Ciara Gregovich

Ciara is currently serving as the Community Outreach Specialist for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in the Rocky Mountain Division. In this role, she works to bridge the gap between public safety, health, and grassroots advocacy for individuals impacted by substance use disorders. She is known for her compassion, action-oriented responses, and advocacy for community health. Prior to her position at the DEA, Ciara served as the Director of the Utah Opioid Task Force for the Office of the Attorney General. She has been a strong advocate for prevention, drug user health, stigma reduction, and the development of programs and policies that support individuals on a path to wellness. Ciara has also been involved in the Utah Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee, ensuring that funds from opioid settlements are directed towards initiatives that effectively address the harms of the opioid crisis.

The DEA's Community Outreach and Prevention Support program was established in 1985 with the mission of reducing the demand for drugs by educating the public about the dangers of drug use. The recent budget passed by Congress allows each DEA Division to hire a Community Outreach Specialist. The DEA recognizes the importance of addressing substance use not only from a law enforcement perspective but also through prevention and education efforts. The role of the Community Outreach Specialist aims to educate the public on substance misuse, humanize the crisis, reduce drug demand, and foster collaboration between public health and public safety.