Blog
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Are you a sexpert?
When it comes to equipping young people with knowledge, skills, and resources to make healthy decisions, Peer Health Exchange volunteers are amazing at leading honest conversations. It’s this kind of open, affirming dialogue that can play a vital role in raising awareness of HIV/AIDS amongst young people says Raven Feagins, communications coordinator, lead storyteller, ...
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Anniversary Celebration honors Peer Health Exchange volunteers
It was a night to be remembered! More than 250 people gathered to help us celebrate our anniversary at The Chapel in San Francisco, April 24. The evening commemorated 15 years of providing health education to ninth grade students in public schools across the country; and 10 years in the Bay Area. The evening ...
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Young voices are needed during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. At Peer Health Exchange, we believe that we all play a role in showing up for young people. This month—and every month—is an important time to learn how sexual violence affects young people and what we can each do to help prevent it. A member of Peer Health ...
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‘Spring Into Action for Health’ Celebrates Youth Health and Wellness
Nearly 200 philanthropic, civic, and youth advocate leaders celebrated Peer Health Exchange Chicago’s first annual benefit Spring into Action for Health Wednesday, April 18, in support of our work to advance health equity and improve health outcomes for Chicago’s young people. “While racial and economic disparities in Chicago and in Illinois are nothing new, ...
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Day in the Life: James Lin, Peer Health Exchange Director of Sites and Partnerships
Our program’s reach and positive impact on the lives of young people would not be possible without the hard work, passion and dedication of our talented team. It’s our people-power that makes Peer Health Exchange a unique and amazing place to work. In this ‘Day in the Life’ series, we shine the spotlight on one employee at a time—providing ...
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Volunteer Voices: Sol-Marie Quintero
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re showcasing a few of our volunteers this week and their commitment to young people and Peer Health Exchange’s mission. College/ University: Hunter College Major: Biology Why did you decide to volunteer at Peer Health Exchange? I decided to volunteer at Peer Health Exchange because it would give ...
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Volunteer Voices: Mykel Hickman
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re showcasing a few of our volunteers this week and their commitment to young people and Peer Health Exchange’s mission. Name: Mykel Hickman College/ University: California State University, Dominguez Hills Major: Criminal Justice Administration Why did you decide to volunteer at Peer Health Exchange? I chose to volunteer ...
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Volunteer Voices: Elissa Moody
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re showcasing a few of our volunteers this week and their commitment to young people and Peer Health Exchange’s mission. College/ University: University of Chicago Major: Psychology Why did you decide to volunteer at Peer Health Exchange? My friend told me about how she was involved in Peer ...
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Volunteer Voices: Jennifer Sarabia
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re showcasing a few of our volunteers this week and their commitment to young people and Peer Health Exchange’s mission. College/ University: The University of Chicago Major: Anthropology/Pre-med Why did you decide to volunteer at Peer Health Exchange? I decided to join Peer Health Exchange as a way ...
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