SECURE THE SIP
Your drink. Your power. Your right to feel safe.
Everyone deserves to enjoy a night out without worrying about what’s in their cup. Secure the Sip provides easy-to-use drink test strips that help you spot the presence of common drugs linked to drink tampering—quietly, quickly, and confidently.
WHY IT MATTERS
Drink spiking is a real and serious issue—but it’s not always visible, and it’s never the fault of the person affected.
This initiative is about awareness, access, and autonomy—giving people tools to look out for themselves and each other.
THIS ISN’T ON YOU. BUT YOU DESERVE OPTIONS.
Let’s be clear:
If someone tampers with a drink, that’s their wrongdoing—not yours. Full stop.
What we can do is make sure people have access to tools and knowledge that help them stay safe and look out for others. That’s what Secure the Sip is about—empowerment, not blame.
HOW THE STRIPS WORK
Quick. Simple. No spotlight.
- Dip the strip in your drink.
- Wait 30 seconds.
- Check the result:
• Two lines = nothing detected
• One line = test detected a substance
They’re small enough to carry in your wallet and easy enough to use without interrupting your night.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Whether you're...
- Going out with friends
- Hosting a party
- Managing a bar or venue
- Just want to stay aware
...these strips are for you. And they’re free.
HOW TO GET YOUR FREE STRIPS
We’re distributing test strips through campus groups, event partnerships, and community organizations. Want to grab some or help hand them out?
👉 Request or Become a community partner prevention@careprogram.ucla.edu
EDUCATION IS EVERYTHING
Spiking doesn’t always look like a shady stranger. It can happen in trusted spaces.
We’re here to provide more than just tools—we’re here to share facts, strategies, and support systems that put safety first.
Want to learn more or bring a workshop to your space?
👉 prevention@careprogram.ucla.edu
REAL TALK. REAL PROTECTION
Secure the Sip isn’t about fear. It’s about choice.
It’s about showing up for each other and creating safer nights out—together.