CANFIT Empowers Youth to Become Advocates for Healthy Change

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What would happen if a group of teenage advocates came before policy makers to express concern about their community’s health? Could this lead to safer streets, healthier food in schools, and more green space? CANFIT has trained and equipped directors of youth programs and young advocates, with the tools and knowledge they need to bring healthy changes to their community. Learn what youth in Santa Ana found when they conducted their own assessment of the environment.

Young advocates received an award for their submission “What We See in Santa Ana” to the MO Project video contest. This video demonstrates many of the environmental factors which contribute to Latino childhood obesity.