Fighters
Against Opioids
Project Lights Out Directors
Say No to Drugs. Say Yes to Life.
Awareness Is Prevention.
Let’s knock this out.
Project Lights Out.
MISSION
Project Lights Out is a high-impact initiative under the Opioid Awareness Foundation, uniting combat sports professionals, Indigenous leaders, and global advocates in the fight against the opioid and fentanyl crisis—and all harsh drugs destroying our communities.
Through the universal language of sport and the power of the warrior spirit, the program activates fighters, trainers, and fans to rise as messengers of prevention, awareness, and healing.
Rooted in the strength of Native American traditions and global alliances, Project Lights Out is led by John Skenandore, a Native American former fighter and recovery advocate, and Dr. Paulie Gavoni, a globally respected behavioral scientist and performance coach. Together, they bring lived experience, scientific insight, and cultural leadership to a mission that is saving lives.
GOALS
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Raise awareness within combat sports communities across the U.S. and globally
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Educate fighters, coaches, and fans on the deadly risks of opioids, fentanyl, and all harsh drugs
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Identify early signs of addiction and create pathways to recovery
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Mobilize athletes as ambassadors for prevention in schools, reservations, and at-risk communities
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Promote awareness as prevention—because education, visibility, and open dialogue are the strongest tools to stop addiction before it starts
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Advocate for plant-based, holistic alternatives as safer, natural options for pain management and healing
Through our alliance with the White Pine Republic, Turtle Island LLC, and the Eagle of the Condor Initiative, we are working hand-in-hand with sovereign Indigenous nations to restore health, power, and protection to Native communities most affected by addiction.
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This Is a War on Humanity. And We Will Fight to Win.
Project Lights Out is not just a program—it’s a resurgence of the warrior spirit.
This is about more than sports.
It’s about honoring our ancestors, protecting our people, and saving lives.
