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Daren the Lion

Development:  Created by Warner Brothers Animation to serve as the official mascot for  Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), the proven worldwide drug and violence prevention program. 

Description: Daren is an adorable, yet street-smart lion, who champions the DARE anti-drug, anti-gang, anti-violence message.  For the millions of children involved in DARE, he symbolizes the confidence, strength, and leadership the program encourages, and shows kids it’s cool to be drug-free.

Appearances: When Daren interacts with the public, he:

• Is upbeat, friendly, and full of  energy
• Communicates through his actions, he can give the “thumbs-up” gesture, pose for pictures, and shake hands
• Does Not Talk
• Does Not Remove His Head In Public
• Can gently pat children on the head or shoulder, but cannot pick them up or hold them

Note:  Daren should never be seen or photographed in situations that are not consistent with the DARE image, including with persons holding alcoholic beverages or cigarettes. Daren should not be photographed in front of displays or advertisements for any non-DARE products (other than those specifically approved by DARE America).

For more information or to book an appearance of Daren the Lion, please contact Sergeant Gloria Packingham at 305-471-1830, or e-mail at gapackingham@mdpd.com.  We require at least two weeks notice prior to your event.

Daren the Lion