Summer 2003

Young Californians Advocate for Healthier Communities

roblems ranging from a lack of nutritious foods in schools to neighborhood environmental hazards are spurring young people throughout California to get involved in advocating for policy changes that will make their communities healthier places in which to live.

"Young people can make a difference in their communities, especially at local levels," said Gary L. Yates, president and CEO of The California Wellness Foundation (TCWF). "They can bring issues of concern to adults who set policies that affect the lives of youth, giving school boards and other local governing bodies insight into what young people want and need. These skills help prepare them to be leaders in their communities for the rest of their lives."

TCWF has provided grants to help a number of organizations build the advocacy skills of young people. Although each of these organizations has a different area of focus, all of them are training and empowering youth to take action for healthier futures. The following are just a few examples of TCWF-funded projects.

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TCWF's Champions of Health Professions Diversity Honored

Each of these awardees is a pioneer who has overcome significant barriers to become a distinguished health professional. Read about the award and the three honorees by visiting the champions' News Room.

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