The Young Adult Survey (YAS), developed by OMNI, is a data-driven tool designed to assess substance use patterns, mental health concerns, and risk perceptions among young adults. Unlike traditional surveys, the YAS prioritizes community-based recruitment, engaging local organizations, volunteers, and prevention staff to reach young adults where they are. Additionally, the YAS was developed in alignment with established behavioral health assessments in order to provide comparable and actionable insights that support prevention planning at both state and local levels.

Covering topics like substance use trends, mental health challenges, fentanyl awareness, and problem gambling, the survey is also flexible—allowing customization to meet the unique needs of each community. The YAS has already been deployed and helped organizations in Alabama, Virginia, and Colorado make informed, meaningful decisions. This 3-pager showcases what sets the YAS apart from other surveys and how OMNI provides hands-on support every step of the way, from survey design and multilingual programming to custom dashboards, data monitoring, and clear, strategic reporting.