Envisioning a future for health justice
Project PEER is a partnership between Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College-Baton Rouge campus (SUBR) and The University of Iowa to develop and implement a culturally-responsive, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) prevention program for African American youth and young adults.
Major Project Goals Include:
- Implementing culturally-responsive evidence-based HIV and SUDs prevention and peer navigation interventions
- Increasing testing/screening for HIV and SUDs to prevent transmission and facilitate linkages to care
- Engaging the local community in risk reduction public awareness campaigns
- Training community-based organizations on integrating HIV/AIDS testing and SUDs screening in service provision.
Envisioning a future for health justice
Project PEER is a partnership between Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College-Baton Rouge campus (SUBR) and The University of Iowa to develop and implement a culturally-responsive, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) prevention program for African American youth and young adults.
Major Project Goals Include:
- Implementing culturally-responsive evidence-based HIV and SUDs prevention and peer navigation interventions
- Increasing testing/screening for HIV and SUDs to prevent transmission and facilitate linkages to care
- Engaging the local community in risk reduction public awareness campaigns
- Training community-based organizations on integrating HIV/AIDS testing and SUDs screening in service provision
Events & Observances
World Mental Health Day
October 10th is World Mental Health Day, a day to raise awareness of global mental health issues, and rally in support of mental health for all. The theme for this year’s World Mental Health Day is “Mental health is a universal human right”, to continue de-stigmatizing mental health issues, and acknowledge that mental health is an important part of holistic health.
ADHD Awareness Month
October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time for organizations to come together to highlight reliable information about ADHD, symptoms, and treatment. The theme for this year is “Moving Forward with ADHD”.
Follow our social media to learn more about campus resources for ADHD, and how you can support individuals with ADHD you may know!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held annually during the month of October, is a time to promote breast cancer screening, prevention, treatment, and awareness. Breast Cancer is a global health issue, impacting more than 2.3 million women worldwide, and awareness alone will not be sufficient to address the unique experience of those living with breast cancer. This year, we can do #MoreThanAwareness by organizing, advocating, taking action, and supporting individuals with breast cancer.
Follow us on social media to learn more about how you can do #MoreThanAwareness this month!
Red Ribbon Week
This year, the week of October 23rd – 31st is Red Ribbon Week! Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program, and it highlights the importance of preventing drug use and misuse in our communities.
Follow our social media to learn more about what you can do to prevent drug use and misuse in your community!
