 Mission/Vision
Hip Hop 4 Health’s goal... to create a future generation of mentally, emotionally and physically healthy leaders.
Hip Hop 4 Health is a community-conscious non-profit organization established in 2003. The organization partners with health industry professionals and youth social...
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Hip Hop 4 Health’s goal... to create a future generation of mentally, emotionally and physically healthy leaders.
Hip Hop 4 Health is a community-conscious non-profit organization established in 2003. The organization partners with health industry professionals and youth social service organizations to educate tweens (8-12) and teens (13-17) on important mental, emotional and physical health issues and through interactive forums and seminars.
With Hip Hop culture having such a large influence on tweens and teens, Hip Hop 4 Health incorporates artists, celebrities and athletes, along with a fun and inviting atmosphere in an effort to effectively reach such a highly influenced target market.
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What does the organization do?
Hip Hop 4 Health's Programs include:
Hip Hop 4 Health workshops-
Interactive forums that provide the platform for health professionals, entertainment executives and celebrities to address health issues plaguing today's youth; in smaller and more intimate sessions. The...
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Hip Hop 4 Health's Programs include:
Hip Hop 4 Health workshops-
Interactive forums that provide the platform for health professionals, entertainment executives and celebrities to address health issues plaguing today's youth; in smaller and more intimate sessions. The workshops address one or more of Hip Hop 4 Health's core topics and are held at Junior High Schools, High Schools and Youth Social Service Organizations. Programs are executable nationwide.
Hip Hop 4 Health EMPOWERED forums-
Designed to address self-esteem in tweens and teens. Hip Hop 4 Health, EMPOWERED is divided into (2) programs:
"SHADES OF BEAUTY- Today's Girl, Tomorrow's Woman":
A self-esteem workshop for African-American and Latina girls. Over 400 girls have been educated by women in the health, entertainment and media industries about the importance of positive self-esteem, the true definition of beauty and dispelling the "beauty and sexuality myths" supported by music videos, magazines and the entertainment industry, to name a few.
"MAN UP!! (Launching in 2007):
A Self-esteem workshop for African-American and Latino boys. The program will address issues of self-esteem in tween and teen boys, and educate them regarding self-respect, respect for young girls and issues related to the transition from boyhood to manhood.
Hip Hop 4 Health ON THE MOVE!-
Activities and programs designed for a larger audience. These activities and programs include health fairs, concerts, tours and activity booths at events executed by partnering organizations. Hip Hop 4 Health ON THE MOVE! incorporates and addresses several of Hip Hop 4 Health's core topics in one large and extremely interactive setting.
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Opportunities for Youth
Are you a Teen (15-18) who is looking for an opportunity to educate teens about Health & Wellness?
Hip Hop 4 Health may be a great volunteering fit for you!
Apply to join the Hip Hop 4 Health Teen Empowerment Team! Our teens volunteer to help out at local Hip Hop 4...
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Are you a Teen (15-18) who is looking for an opportunity to educate teens about Health & Wellness?
Hip Hop 4 Health may be a great volunteering fit for you!
Apply to join the Hip Hop 4 Health Teen Empowerment Team! Our teens volunteer to help out at local Hip Hop 4 Health Workshops, EMPOWERED! and ON THE MOVE! events and plan/facilitate monthly interaction meetings. Check out our website for more details regarding Hip Hop 4 Health programs.
Teen Empowerment Team member benefits:
- Access to network of peer leaders
- Training and skill development
- Opportunity to have Picture and profile on the Hip Hop 4 Health Web site (pending Parental permission).
- Bi-Monthly newsletter with tips, resources and a column to highlight members and accomplishments
- Membership Certificate upon completion of core goals
- Opportunity to be elected as a Local Empowerment Ambassador/Advisory Board member.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested? Email your resume or Statement of Purpose to:
Ianna Small
Director of Teen Relations
Hip Hop 4 Health
ianna@hiphop4health.com
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