3rd Annual Leaders’ Academy for Healthy Community Development and Mini Grants

October 5, 2009

Event flyer

WHEN: Friday, November 13, 2009 – 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Registration/Breakfast 7:30 – 9:00 *Early bird discussion at 8:15

WHERE: RWJ Hamilton – Center for Health & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Mercerville

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Individuals and community teams including health departments, health educators, planners, school educators, decision makers (i.e. Mayor, City Council), advocates, and others interested in healthy communities.

SPONSORS: NJ Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (NJCPFS) in collaboration with the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services (NJDHSS)

WHY: Established in 2006, the Leaders’ Academy for Healthy Community Development invites community teams and individuals to attend this training opportunity that will focus on policy & environmental change so healthy choices are easier for New Jersey residents.

Following the Academy, mini grants of $2500.00 – $10,000 will be offered through a competitive state grant process to implement a healthy community initiative. In year 1 (2006) 150 people attended and 20 mini grants of $2000 were given to 20 deserving communities. In year 2 (2007) 125 people attended and 22 mini grants totaling $100,000 were awarded. This event is now held every other year.

Teams do not need to attend to apply; however, those that do attend will receive first consideration.

TO REGISTER: Registration is required; there is no fee to attend. Please call (609.292.2209) or e-mail Carmen Santiago-Willis (carmen.santiagowillis@doh.state.nj.us). Please include all team names, addresses, phone, e-mail. The deadline to register is November 6, 2009.

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