Metro Washington Public Health Association
The Metropolitan Washington Public Health Association (MWPHA) is dedicated to protecting personal, public, and environmental health in the Metropolitan Washington area. Visit
www.mwpha.org
Partners
About the Black Young Professionals' Public Health Network
Founded in 2000, the Black Young Professionals' Public Health Network, Inc. (The Network) fosters educational and employment opportunities and advancement of students and professionals of color in the field of public health. Also the Network aims to increase networking opportunities among public health professionals engaged in work concerning communities of color, and to improve the professional experiences for minority professionals entering and working in the field. Visit
www.bypphn.org
About Alpha Alpha Alpha Sorority, Inc./Xi Omega Chapter
Since 1908, the sisterhood of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has responded to the world’s increasing complexity. As the oldest and first graduate chapter, Xi Omega members volunteer their time, talent and treasures to empower communities through exemplary service initiatives and progressive programs. To learn more about the sorority, which celebrates 100 years in July 2008, visit
www.aka1908.com. Also visit the local graduate chapter at
www.akaxo.org
About Creative Cause
Headquartered in Washington, DC, Creative Cause, a nonprofit social enterprise, supports and connects the next generation of socially responsible leaders in the creative industry to use their talents for a common cause covering public health, human rights, educational, and environmental issues. Best known for its nationally recognized Postcards from Katrina TM project and most recently the Plant Hope TM initiative, Creative Cause develops campaigns to inform, inspire, empower and engage communities to be a force for social change. To learn more visit
www.creativecause.org.
About Young Women's Task Force
The Young Women’s Task Force, part of the DC Commission for Women, serve as ambassadors and advocates for young women residing in District of Columbia. Also the Task Force promotes access to resources and brings awareness and solutions to issues facing young women in the District by conducting studies, and organizing hearings and implementing and evaluating model programs.
