Cambio de Colores Approaches
The theme for the 2009 Cambio de Colores conference is Latinos in the Heartland. This multi-state conference focuses on integration of immigrants, and will be held May 18-20 at the Millennium Center in St. Louis.
The conference committee is now accepting abstract that meet its focus. For more information, visit the Cambio website.
Cambio de Colores is organized by the University of Missouri's Cambio Center in cooperation with the North Central Regional Center for Rural Development, and the Immigrants in Midwestern Communities Inter University Network.
HELP Update
Program Director Grace Grebel is currently reviewing surveys that were submitted by health educators from around the southwest Missouri area in order to identify common issues, common barriers and the top priorities for which learning modules are needed.
Grace will be creating interactive learning module kits that health educators can utilize to provide education in group sessions.
Read more about the program in this article, which was originally published in the Cassville Democrat newspaper and has been reprinted here with permission.
"Project Coordinator Begins Health Literacy Project"
News
The National Collaboration for Youth releases a guide that offers information on the immigrant youth experience and practical tips.
Por Tu Familia provides Hispanics/Latinos with information about the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
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Board Update
The ORA board welcomes new member Carmen G. Perez, Ph.D., an Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work at Missouri State University in Springfield. Carmen is very enthusiastic about the mission of ORA. The board is excited to have her participation and looks forward to being able to utilize her expertise.
More about the board
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Resources
New website encourages teens to stay safe on Missouri roads.
Numerous resources available online for African-American women in any stage of breast cancer on new website.
Online database allows teachers access to lesson plans and materials on a wide variety of topics.
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Upcoming Events
ORA general meeting schedule - 2009
Get more details on our events page.
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