Youth of Color Initiative
Half of all new HIV infections in the United States occur in young people under age 25. Moreover, youth of color, especially young women, are disproportionately affected by HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). To prevent HIV/STI infection among youth most at risk, Advocates for Youth established a Youth of Color Initiative. Over the past few years, Advocates has partnered with the NAACP, National Council of La Raza, National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education, National Organization of Concerned Black Men, and Black Entertainment Television (BET), among others to mobilize communities to get involved in the fight against HIV and AIDS on behalf of young African Americans, Latinos, Asian Pacific Islanders, and Native Americans.
Technical Assistance and Training
Through Advocates' Youth of Color Initiative, agency staff may receive strategic technical assistance via e-mail, telephone, mail, and face-to-face meetings. In addition, Advocates provides tailored training and workshops for youth-serving professionals, youth peer educators, and young people. Seed grants are also available to help implement HIV/STI and teen pregnancy prevention projects. Tailored technical assistance and training is offered on the following topics:
Contact
Director, HIV/STI Prevention Programs
P: 202.419.3420
F: 202.419.1448
Web: www.advocatesforyouth.org
2000 M Street NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20036 USA
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